Tag: rugby
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Malta edged out by Greece in European rugby league clash
Malta suffered a narrow 20–18 home defeat to Greece on Saturday night, leaving their European Championship Group C fate dependent on next weekend’s meeting between Greece and Germany in Chania, Crete. Josh Gatt’s late converted try brought Malta within two points, but the Knights ran out of time as Greece held on to move top…
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Malta thrash Austria to seal historic promotion to Rugby Europe Trophy Division
Malta secured a historic promotion to the Rugby Europe Trophy Division after a commanding 39-13 victory over Austria at the National Stadium. Phil Pretorius’ side produced an outstanding all-round performance, completely overpowering the visitors with pace, intensity, and clinical finishing. Among the standout performers were Rob Holloway and John Connolly, who consistently troubled the Austrian…
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Malta name 32-Man squad for historic Rugby Europe Promotion Play-Off against Austria
Malta national rugby union team have announced a 32-man squad for Sunday’s historic Rugby Europe Trophy promotion play-off against Austria national rugby union team at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali. The encounter will mark a landmark occasion for Maltese rugby as it will be the first time the national rugby team plays at the…
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Malta overpower Israel to secure top spot with 50-25 win
The Malta national rugby union team produced an impressive attacking performance to beat the Israel national rugby union team 50–25 at the Tony Bezzina Stadium, holding off a strong second-half response from the visitors. Coached by Phil Pretorius, Malta dominated the first half, racing into a commanding 36–6 lead thanks to a series of well-worked…
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Mixed reactions emerge over proposed Marsa National Stadium Project
The announcement of a new multi-sport national stadium in Marsa has sparked contrasting reactions across Malta’s sporting community, with football and rugby authorities expressing strong support, while the baseball and softball sector has raised concerns over a lack of consultation. Baseball & Softball Association Voices Concern The Malta Baseball & Softball Association (MBSA) has expressed…
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Dr Phil Pretorius appointed as new Malta Rugby Men’s Head Coach
The Malta Rugby Football Union (MRFU) has officially announced Dr Phil Pretorius as the new Head Coach of the Malta national men’s rugby team, following a highly competitive recruitment process that attracted over 100 applicants from around the world. Dr Pretorius, a South African coach with nearly 30 years of international experience, brings a wealth…
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Malta men’s rugby sevens team earns promotion to Europe’s Trophy division
Malta’s men’s rugby sevens national team has secured promotion to the Rugby Europe Sevens Trophy Division—Europe’s second-highest tier—marking a major step forward for the squad just three years after their rise from Conference 2. Ranked lowest in their group heading into the tournament, Malta opened their campaign with a close 24–17 defeat to Serbia. The…
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Late Penalty Stuns Malta as Israel Clinch Controversial Rugby Win Amid Protests
Malta 15 – Israel 16Tony Bezzina Stadium, Men’s Rugby Conference Malta suffered a heartbreaking and controversial 16-15 defeat to Israel in their latest Men’s Rugby Conference clash, decided by a last-minute penalty conversion from Israel’s Maayan Levinson. The match, played at the Tony Bezzina Stadium, was also marked by protests in support of Palestine and…
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Malta Knights to face the Netherlands and Serbia at 2025 Rugby European Championship
The Malta Knights national rugby league team is gearing up to take on Europe’s finest as they prepare to compete at this year’s European Championship. The European Rugby League (ERL) announced today that nine teams will feature in this year’s European Championship, where promotion and relegation will determine the group make up for the 2026…