Tag: beach soccer
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Malta stage remarkable comeback to beat Slovakia in extra-time thriller
The Malta Beach Soccer National Team produced one of the most dramatic comebacks in its recent history, recovering from a three-goal deficit to defeat Slovakia 4-3 after extra-time in the placement play-offs of the 2026 Euro Beach Soccer League Division B in Batumi, Georgia. Trailing 3-0 midway through the match, Malta showed tremendous character and…
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Malta edged out by hosts Georgia in Euro Beach Soccer League
Malta suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to hosts Georgia in their second match of the 2026 Euro Beach Soccer League Division B in Batumi on Friday, despite producing an impressive and spirited performance. The Maltese side matched the tournament hosts for long periods, creating several scoring opportunities and keeping Georgia under sustained pressure throughout the…
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Sliema retain Men’s National Beach Soccer Championship
Sliema have successfully retained the Men’s National Beach Soccer Championship after defeating La Playa de Arena 3–1 after extra time in an enthralling final played at Bajja s-Sabiħa, BirżebbuÄ¡a. The championship decider lived up to expectations, with both teams producing an entertaining contest packed with chances. After 36 minutes of play, the score remained locked…
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Ħamrun SC and Sliema Beach Soccer maintain perfect start in Men’s Beach Soccer Championship
Ħamrun SC and Sliema Beach Soccer continued their impressive form in the Men’s Beach Soccer Championship, strengthening their positions among the early title contenders with another series of victories at Pretty Bay, BirżebbuÄ¡a. Both teams produced commanding performances to extend their winning runs, setting up what promises to be a highly anticipated showdown between the…
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Beach Soccer: Ħamrun SC secure Sixth-Place finish in Euro Winners Challenge 2026
Ħamrun SC concluded their Euro Winners Challenge 2026 Beach Soccer campaign with a sixth-place finish after suffering a narrow 3-2 defeat to Greek side Kefallinia AO BS in the fifth-place play-off in Nazaré, Portugal. The encounter was evenly contested throughout. Kefallinia took the lead through Katsoulis before William restored parity for the Maltese side with…
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Beach Soccer: Historic Win for Sliema BS as Both Maltese Teams Triumph in Nazaré
It was a positive day for Maltese beach soccer in Nazaré, Portugal, as both Ħamrun SC and Sliema Beach Soccer secured important victories in their respective classification matches at the ongoing European competitions. Sliema Beach Soccer made history by becoming the first Maltese team to register a victory in the Euro Winners Cup, edging Finland’s…
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Defeats for Ħamrun SC and Sliema BS in European Beach Soccer competitions
Ħamrun SC and Sliema Beach Soccer both suffered defeats in their respective European beach soccer competitions currently taking place in Nazaré, Portugal. National champions Sliema BS were beaten 7-3 by Bavaria Beach Bazis in the Euro Winners Cup. Matthew Schembri and Jake Agius found the net for the Maltese side, while an own goal by…
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FIFA Beach Soccer referee Stefania Bonnici officiates at Euro Beach Soccer League in Italy
FIFA Beach Soccer referee Stefania Bonnici recently took part in the Euro Beach Soccer League, held in Castellammare di Stabia, Naples, Italy, from July 25 to 27, 2025. Over the course of the tournament, Bonnici officiated seven matches, showcasing her versatility and experience. She served as Referee 2 in two high-profile women’s matches: Netherlands vs…
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Historic win for Malta in Euro Beach Soccer league
The Malta Beach Soccer National Team celebrated a landmark moment on Friday, 25th July 2025, by securing its first-ever victory in the Euro Beach Soccer League. Facing Norway in a Division B encounter at the Stabia Beach Arena in Castellammare di Stabia, Malta made the most of a second-period turning point. The dismissal of Norway’s…
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Malta Beach Soccer Squad Named for Euro League Campaign in Italy
Malta Beach Soccer National Team Head Coach Marco Casarsa has announced a 12-player squad ahead of the team’s upcoming fixtures in the Euro Beach Soccer League Division B. The Maltese side will travel to Castellammare di Stabia, Italy, where they will compete in three crucial matches over three consecutive days as part of their Group…
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Matthew Agius and Shakira Bugeja named Best Players in National Beach Soccer Championship
Matthew Agius (Sliema Beach Soccer) and Shakira Bugeja (St George’s) were crowned Best Players of the National Beach Soccer Championship, which came to a close last weekend. Both players played pivotal roles in guiding their teams to championship victories. Agius also made his mark as the tournament’s top scorer, showcasing his sharp finishing throughout the…
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Sliema Beach Soccer stun Ħamrun in National League thriller
Sliema Beach Soccer pulled off a dramatic 4–3 win over reigning champions Ħamrun SC in one of the most exciting encounters of this season’s National Beach Soccer League. Seeking redemption after a 6–3 defeat in the first round, Sliema came back with determination and earned a hard-fought victory. Goals for Sliema came from Saturday Nanapere,…
