Tag: MFA
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MFA announces new measures aimed at reducing time-wasting
The Malta Football Association has announced a number of changes to football regulations, stipulated by FIFA, aimed at making matches faster and reducing unnecessary delays. The measures introduce stricter time limits for substitutions, restarts and treatment of injured players. Under the new substitution procedure, a player being replaced must leave the pitch within 10 seconds.…
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Malta to host Liechtenstein in September international friendly
The Malta National Team will face Liechtenstein in an international friendly at the National Stadium, Ta’ Qali, on 27 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:30 CEST. The fixture forms part of Malta’s preparations for the start of their UEFA Nations League campaign under head coach Emilio De Leo. Malta have been drawn alongside Andorra…
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Malta FA reviews year of investment and major developments
The Malta Football Association’s second General Assembly of 2026, held at Centenary Hall on Friday, unanimously approved the Administrative Report for the 2025/26 season, which highlighted a year of major developments in infrastructure, technology, football development and sporting achievement. Malta FA General Secretary Dr Maria Azzopardi presented the report, which was also attended by UEFA…
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2026/27 domestic football fixtures unveiled as league draws take place
The road to the 2026/27 domestic football season officially got underway on Wednesday as the Malta Football Association conducted the draws for the men’s and women’s senior and youth competitions. Broadcast live on TVMSport+ and streamed on the Malta FA’s YouTube channel, the draw established the opening fixtures and the sequence of matches across the…
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Renowned referee Tonio Briguglio passes away aged 91
A life dedicated to football has come to an end with the passing of Antonio “Tonio” Briguglio, one of Malta’s most respected and accomplished match officials. Briguglio’s refereeing career began in 1960, marking the start of decades of service to the game. His excellence earned him a place on the FIFA Panel, where he served…
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Malta Women Under-19s complete double over Saudi Arabia with 3-0 victory
The Malta Women’s Under-19 National Team recorded their second victory in as many matches against Saudi Arabia, producing another composed and convincing performance to secure a 3-0 win at the Centenary Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Having comfortably defeated the same opponents earlier in the week, Malta entered the second friendly aiming to replicate that display…
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Emilio De Leo Names Malta squad for Slovakia and Azerbaijan friendlies
Malta national team head coach Emilio De Leo has announced his final 27-player squad for the upcoming international friendly matches against Slovakia and Azerbaijan. Malta will first face Slovakia on June 1 at the DAC Aréna in Dunajská Streda, with kick-off scheduled for 6pm. The national team will then travel to Hungary to take on…
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Matthew Paris emerging as potential candidate for Malta FA Presidency
Malta FA Senior Vice-President Matthew Paris is understood to be seriously considering a bid for the presidency of the Malta Football Association in what could develop into one of the most significant leadership contests in Maltese football in recent years. Although no official announcement has yet been made, sources close to the football administration indicate…
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Malta Women’s Under-19 Squad announced for Saudi Arabia friendlies
Malta Women’s Under-19 head coach Melania Bajada has unveiled a 20-player squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Saudi Arabia during the June international window. The two matches will take place at the Centenary Stadium, with the first fixture scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, at 8pm, while the second encounter will be played on Saturday,…
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Protests Board Rejects Marsaxlokk Appeal as Floriana Confirmed Champions
The Malta Football Association (MFA) confirmed that its independent judicial body, the Protests Board, convened yesterday to hear submissions from both Floriana FC and Marsaxlokk FC regarding the formal protest filed by Marsaxlokk following the decisive YoHealth Malta Premier League Final played on May 16, 2026. The protest centred around Floriana’s controversial winning goal in…
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Malta FA unveils nominees for 2026 Awards Night
The Malta Football Association on Tuesday officially announced the nominees for the 2026 Malta FA Awards during a press conference held at Centenary Hall in Ta’ Qali. Addressing the media, Malta FA Vice President Adrian Casha highlighted the significance of the awards, describing them as an important occasion to recognise excellence both on and off…
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Marsaxlokk file official protest over controversial Floriana Title-Winning goal
Marsaxlokk F.C. have officially filed a protest with the Malta Football Association following their defeat to Floriana F.C. in Saturday’s Malta Premier League final. Floriana secured a dramatic 2-1 victory and claimed the league title thanks to a controversial stoppage-time goal that has since sparked major debate. The disputed goal, awarded in the 92nd minute…
