Hibernians pulled off the standout result of Matchday 2 in the Assikura Women’s League on Sunday, coming from behind to secure a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Birkirkara.
In the day’s most closely contested match, Birkirkara struck early through Izabella Camilleri, who found the net after just six minutes. Hibernians fought back and were awarded a penalty on the half-hour mark, which Natalee Geren calmly converted to level the score. The match remained finely balanced until the 72nd minute, when Birkirkara’s Maya Pellegrini unfortunately turned the ball into her own net, handing Hibernians a valuable comeback win and their second consecutive victory of the young season.
Mġarr United Continue Strong Start
Elsewhere, Mġarr United maintained their perfect start to the campaign with a commanding 5–0 victory over Valletta. Valeria Villegas was the star of the show, netting a first-half brace. New signing Josline N’Guessan continued her impressive form by adding another goal, while Yanina Mendez also got on the scoresheet. A late own goal sealed the comprehensive win for the Greens, who look every bit a title-contending side early on.
Swieqi United Bounce Back in Emphatic Fashion
Reigning champions Swieqi United responded to their opening-day setback in spectacular fashion, overwhelming San Ġwann with an 8–1 victory. Salamatu Abdulai led the demolition with a superb hat-trick—the first of the season—while Sara Saliba added a brace. Captain Shona Zammit, new signing Aleksandra Yaneva, and Andela Kricak also contributed goals. San Ġwann’s sole reply came from last season’s top scorer, Hailey Russell.
By the Numbers: Milestones and Stats from Matchday 2
The second matchday of the 2025–26 Assikura Women’s League was filled with milestones and eye-catching statistics. A total of 17 goals were scored across the three matches, with 12 coming in the first half alone.
Foreign players made a significant impact, accounting for 11 of those goals. The round also featured two penalties and two own goals.
Individual milestones included:
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Fastest Goal: Izabella Camilleri (6 minutes)
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First Hat-trick: Salamatu Abdulai
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Braces: Valeria Villegas (Mġarr United) and Sara Saliba (Swieqi United)
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First Goals: Aleksandra Yaneva and Andela Kricak both opened their accounts for Swieqi.
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Debutants: Three players made their Women’s League debut: Catrina Magri (Valletta), Ylenia Debono (Mġarr United), and Raisa Magro (San Ġwann).
The results set an exciting tone for the season, with emerging talents and key signings already making their mark. The league continues next weekend with more promising fixtures.
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