Tag: referees
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Maltese Referee Ishmael Barbara appointed as Fourth Official for UEFA U21 Championship Final Tournament
The Malta Football Association has announced a major milestone for local refereeing, with FIFA referee Ishmael Barbara appointed as Fourth Official for the 2025 UEFA European Under-21 Championship final tournament in Slovakia. Running from 11 to 28 June, the prestigious tournament features 16 of Europe’s top youth national teams, split into four groups, and serves…
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Trustin Farrugia Cann re-elected MFRA President with strong mandate
The Malta Football Referees Association (MFRA) held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday evening at the Centenary Hall, registering a 72% turnout among eligible members. Trustin Farrugia Cann was re-elected as President, securing 71 votes to Matthew De Gabriele’s 12, representing an 86% vote of confidence. Ishmael Barbara, Luke Portelli, and Kurt Saliba were also…
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Exclusive: Tensions rise ahead of MFRA Annual General Meeting
Updated. We spoke to Ishmael Barbara who has clarified that the venue for the AGM has been communicated to members. This will be at the Centenary Hall, Ta’ Qali. The Malta Football Referees Association (MFRA) is set to hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) this Wednesday at 17:30, but the event is already mired in…
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Exclusive: Maltese Referees Begrudgingly Accept MFA Wage Deal
The Malta Football Referees Association (MFRA) has reluctantly approved the Malta Football Association’s (MFA) latest wage proposal. This decision has however exposed significant internal unrest within the refereeing community. The October meeting, held virtually, may have ended with a vote in favor of the deal, but it left many referees feeling frustrated and unheard. The…