Hibernians came from behind to beat Balzan 2-1 in a match from match day 11 of the VBET Malta Premier at the Tony Bezzina Stadium on Saturday to move sixth and secure a Top 6 spot in the VBET Malta Premier Opening Round Top 6.
This was the third win in four matches for the Paolites while for Balzan, this was the third defeat in four matches. They end their league phase commitments third from bottom on 11 points.
Oluwatobiloba Dimeji Awosanya put Balzan ahead on 13 minutes but Moritz Romling equalised six minutes in the second half.
Balzan could have equalised four minutes later when they were awarded a penalty but Awosanya’s effort was neutralised by goalkeeper Matteo Cardinali.
Hibernians notched the winner courtesy of Joseph Mbong who converted a penalty on 63 minutes.