27 January 202627 January 2026 by Antoine Busuttil

Meridianbet FA Trophy: Hamrun, Naxxar and Zurrieq through to quarter-finals

Hamrun Spartans, Naxxar Lions and Zurrieq were the first three teams to reach the quarter-finals of the Meridianbet FA Trophy as the Round of 16 got underway on Tuesday. At the Centenary Stadium, Hamrun Spartans defeated Fgura United 5-0. Danilo… Read more

27 January 202627 January 2026 by Antoine Busuttil

Six Premier players suspended

Six players were handed a one-match ban by the Malta FA Disciplinary Commissioner following the weekend’s matches from the YoHealth Malta Premier Closing Round. Fran Lopez (Birkirkara), Bjorn Kristensen (Hibs), Prince Chibuzor Emmanuel (Mosta), Dejan Djuric (Sliema), Steve Borg (Valletta)… Read more

27 January 202627 January 2026 by Ġanni Borg

How Melbet Sports Services Help Navigate Football Leagues

Managing football betting across various leagues can be difficult. Formats, calendars, and odds are inconsistent from region to region and can be very overwhelming. That’s where Melbet makes it easier to analyze and place bets. With just one account, customers… Read more

27 January 202627 January 2026 by Ġanni Borg

The Best Pre-Match Rituals: Where to Eat and Drink Near the Ground for the Authentic Experience

A football matchday in England is never just about the ninety minutes. Long before kick-off, supporters gather in familiar places, follow well-worn routes, and take part in rituals that shape how the day unfolds. Where you eat, where you drink,… Read more

27 January 202627 January 2026 by Ġanni Borg

How gambling destroys a footballer’s life and whether the path to a new goal can help regain oneself

“I was a wealthy footballer and played in the Premier League, but I couldn’t stop betting,” says Dean Sturridge, a former striker for English clubs, with striking honesty. His story is not just a personal drama, but a reflection of… Read more

27 January 202627 January 2026 by Malta FA

Mgarr United’s Vella and Grech claim Assikura top honours after unbeaten run

Mġarr United’s unbeaten Round Two was capped by individual honours for Ryan Vella and Amber Grech, while Swieqi United’s Ema Micallef also picked up recognition in the Assikura Women’s Youth League. Ryan Vella and Amber Grech crowned a memorable Round… Read more

26 January 202626 January 2026 by Malta FA

Malta FA retains maximum number of FIFA international match officials in 2026

The Malta FA is pleased to announce that it has retained the maximum possible number of FIFA International Match Officials in 2026. The milestone number of 18 match officials was first reached last year, representing the highest total ever recorded… Read more

26 January 202627 January 2026 by Ġanni Borg

How to Cope with Psychological Pressure on the Field

In the final of a major tournament, one of the world’s best players misses a penalty, even though he was always flawless in training. This moment becomes a symbol of how invisible psychological pressure can change the course of a… Read more

26 January 202626 January 2026 by Malta FA

Football Video Support to be used for final rounds of Meridianbet FA Trophy

The Malta FA would like to announce that the new Football Video Support (FVS) system will be in place for the final rounds of the Meridianbet FA Trophy. This follows the successful implementation of the FVS system in the Malta… Read more

26 January 202626 January 2026 by Malta FA

Malta Futsal National Team takes part in Futsal Week Tournament

The Malta Futsal National Team underwent a fruitful campaign in the Futsal Week Tournament last week, producing a number of impressive displays. The tournament represented new Head Coach Roberto Menichelli’s first international matches in charge of the team. The Futsal… Read more