The BOV Premier Division Knock-Out 2025 quarter finals produced two thrilling encounters on Saturday, 9 August, with San Giljan Daikin and Neptunes Best Gyms Malta both coming out on top to secure their places in the last four.
San Giljan Daikin 14 – 12 Valletta Peak Insurance
San Giljan booked their semi-final spot after a tightly contested clash with Valletta. Aaron Younger was in superb form, scoring five goals, while Nikolai Zammit and Jeremy Abela added two apiece. Valletta’s Ivan Nagaev matched Younger’s tally with five goals of his own, but San Giljan’s strong push in the final quarter proved decisive as they turned a slender lead into a controlled victory.
Neptunes Best Gyms Malta 15 – 14 Sliema Frank Salt Real Estate
The derby between Neptunes and Sliema lived up to its billing, with Neptunes narrowly edging their rivals in a dramatic finish. Gergo Zalanki led the scoring with five goals, while captain Stevie Camilleri contributed four and Sam Gialanze added three. Sliema’s Jayden Cassar and Jayden Cutajar both netted three, keeping the match on a knife’s edge until the final whistle.
Semi-Finals on Tuesday, 12 August
The semi-finals will see San Giljan face Sirens and Neptunes take on Exiles for a place in the Premier Division Knock-Out final. With both favourites showing sharp attacking form but also signs of defensive vulnerability, Tuesday promises two high-intensity battles at the National Pool Complex.
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