Tag: FA Trophy
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Premier League player arrested over alleged attempt to fix FA Trophy Final
A Premier League footballer has been arrested and is being held in custody after allegedly attempting to bribe a Gżira United player ahead of last Saturday’s FA Trophy final against Valletta. The final, played at the National Stadium, ended with Valletta securing a 2-1 victory over Gżira United. According to information obtained, a Gżira United…
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Valletta fight back to lift 15th FA Trophy
Valletta FC produced a spirited second-half comeback to defeat Gżira United 2-1 and clinch the Meridianbet FA Trophy for the 15th time in the club’s history on Saturday at the National Stadium. The Citizens overturned a first-half deficit with two quick goals after the break to seal silverware and end their season on a high…
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Valletta, Gżira United set for FA Trophy Final showdown
Valletta FC and Gżira United are set to battle for silverware on Saturday when they meet in the 88th edition of the Meridianbet FA Trophy Final at the National Stadium. The showpiece clash, which kicks off at 4pm, will see two of Maltese football’s most historic clubs aiming to end their campaigns on a high…
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Gżira United Reach FA Trophy Final After Extra-Time Drama Against Naxxar
Gżira United FC will feature in the FA Trophy final for the first time since their historic 1973 triumph, when they defeated Birkirkara FC 2–0 in a second replay after two goalless draws. Their latest success came at the expense of Naxxar Lions FC, who were aiming to reach their first-ever FA Trophy final. Naxxar…
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Valletta surge Past Birkirkara to reach FA Trophy Final
Valletta FC secured their place in the final of the Meridianbet FA Trophy with a 3–1 victory over Birkirkara FC. The Citizens will now face Gżira United FC in the final, after the Maroons overcame Naxxar Lions FC in the other semi-final. After a slow and uneventful opening, the match burst into life late in…
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Valletta knock out Ħamrun after extra-time to reach FA Trophy Semi-Finals
Valletta booked their place in the FA Trophy semi-finals after defeating Ħamrun Spartans 3–1 following extra-time in a dramatic encounter. Former Ħamrun forward Steijn Meijer proved decisive against his former club, striking the crucial goal in extra-time after being released by the Spartans during the January transfer window. His strike sent Valletta through to the…
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Ħamrun Spartans cruise into FA Trophy Quarter-Finals with five-goal win over Fgura
Ħamrun Spartans booked their place in the FA Trophy quarter-finals with a commanding 5–0 victory over Fgura United at the Centenary Stadium. Despite the emphatic scoreline, the Challenge League side proved stubborn in the opening stages and created a number of chances in a lively first half. Fgura’s resistance, however, was effectively broken when Samuel…
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Meridianbet FA Trophy Round of 16 draw sets stage for Road to the Final
The draw for the Round of 16 of the Meridianbet FA Trophy was held on Friday morning, outlining the Road to the Final of one of Maltese football’s most prestigious competitions. A total of 16 teams were drawn, with the lineup consisting of ten Malta Premier League sides and six clubs from the BOV Challenge…
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Hibernians, Floriana and Tarxien Rainbows advance to FA Trophy Last 16
Hibernians, Floriana and Tarxien Rainbows all secured their places in the FA Trophy Last 16, each progressing in contrasting fashion as the competition gathered pace. Hibernians, the reigning holders, began the defence of their title with a solid 3–1 victory over Challenge League side Gudja United. The Paolites wasted little time in asserting their authority,…
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Birkirkara see off SK Victoria Wanderers to progress in FA Trophy
Birkirkara FC secured their place in the next round of the FA Trophy with a 3–1 victory over SK Victoria Wanderers, overcoming a spirited challenge from the Gozitan side. The match started at a lively tempo, with Victoria Wanderers showing early intent and causing problems for the Stripes. Their positive approach was rewarded in the…
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Ħamrun Spartans sweep past Victoria Hotspurs to reach FA Trophy Last 16
Ħamrun Spartans booked their place in the Round of 16 of the FA Trophy with a dominant 5–0 victory over Victoria Hotspurs, delivering a polished and professional display at the Victor Tedesco Stadium. The champions wasted little time in asserting their authority and took the lead as early as the 5th minute, when Shaisen Attard…
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Meridianbet FA Trophy Round of 32 fixtures confirmed
The Meridianbet FA Trophy returns this weekend with a packed programme of Round of 32 matches, as clubs from across Malta and Gozo battle for a place in the next stage of the prestigious knockout competition. The fixtures will be spread over Saturday 3 January and Sunday 4 January 2026, with action taking place at…
