Tag: sport
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Kevin Azzopardi appointed CEO of the Authority for Integrity in Maltese Sport
The Authority for Integrity in Maltese Sport (AIMS) has announced the appointment of Kevin Azzopardi as its new Chief Executive Officer, following a public call for applications. Mr Azzopardi brings with him over three decades of experience in Maltese sport, having served in a range of leadership roles across education, administration, and sports governance. A…
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Chris Attard to lead Malta in Euro Hockey Championship III in Turkey
The Malta national men’s hockey team is set to compete in the Euro Hockey Championship III, which will take place in Kırklareli, Turkey, from 28 July to 2 August 2025. Coach Chris Attard will once again lead the squad into the tournament. This marks a crucial step forward in the national team’s development and ambitions…
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Futsal Malta Association celebrates top talent at Enemed Futsal Awards Night
The Futsal Malta Association (FMA) hosted a successful edition of the Enemed futsal awards night, honouring standout players, coaches, and officials from the 2024/25 season. The event was further elevated by the presence of UEFA futsal competitions manager Laurent Morel, who attended as guest of honour and praised the local development of the sport in…
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Miguel Amato and Dejan Grech reach final of second Blackball European Championship qualifier
Miguel Amato and Dejan Grech have booked their spots in the final of the second blackball qualification tournament for the 2025 European Championship, set to take place in Ireland later this year. Both players showed consistent form and determination throughout the competition, securing their places in the final with strong performances. Grech opened his blackball…
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Artie III returns to Aegean 600 for second consecutive year
Following a memorable debut in last year’s edition, Maltese yacht Artie III is preparing for a second campaign in the prestigious Aegean 600 offshore race. The race is set to start at 1400hrs on 6 July from Sounio, Athens, and is known for its demanding 605-nautical mile non-stop course across the Aegean Sea. Co-skippered by…
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Sliema Beach Soccer and La Playa de Arena Share Top Spot in Beach Soccer League
Sliema Beach Soccer and La Playa de Arena are currently joint leaders of the Malta Beach Soccer League, both sitting on nine points after their first four matches. The two teams faced each other earlier this week in a double-header. La Playa de Arena won the first encounter 5-4, while Sliema responded with a convincing…
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Double Victory for Aidan Buttigieg and Diana Muscat at National Road Championship Race 2
Aidan Buttigieg (Team Polti Visit Malta) and Diana Muscat (Team Greens) claimed impressive wins in Race 2 of the 2025 National Road Championship. This is one of two major national road cycling events organized by the Malta Cycling Federation. Held on the challenging 6-kilometre Ta’ Pinellu circuit, the competition saw riders in the Elite, Masters,…
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TeamMalta to Face Turkey in Crucial Water Polo Friendly Ahead of European Qualifiers
TeamMalta will continue their preparations for the upcoming European Qualification Tournaments with a high-profile friendly match against the Turkish National Men’s Water Polo Team on Wednesday, 21st May 2025. The match forms a key part of Malta’s build-up to the European stage, where the country will proudly host Group D of the Men’s Qualification Tournament…
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Malta’s top judokas Pulled from GSSE Andorra 2025 after controversial category cancellations
The Malta Judo Federation has expressed deep disappointment after two of the country’s leading judokas, James Zahra and Katryna Esposito, were unexpectedly excluded from competing at the upcoming Games of the Small States of Europe (GSSE) 2025 in Andorra. This marks the first time Malta will have no judo representation at the GSSE — a…
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Gabriel Grixti speaks out after shock omission from Malta’s GSSE 2025 Table Tennis squad
National table tennis champion Gabriel Grixti has expressed deep disappointment and frustration following his exclusion from Malta’s squad for the upcoming Games of the Small States of Europe (GSSE) 2025, set to take place in Andorra. Despite holding the title of current Maltese National Senior Champion, Grixti was left out of the selected team announced…
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Sliema beat Neptunes in thrilling Winter League encounter
The BOV Winter League 2025 at the National Pool Complex, Tal-Qroqq, delivered a thrilling set of fixtures on Match Day 12, with clubs battling intensely as the season heads into its decisive stages. Friday, 2 May 2025 The weekend of action kicked off on Friday evening with three fiercely contested encounters: Marsaxlokk MFF Ltd claimed…
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Floriana still in contention for Veterans title after hard-earned win against Hibs
Floriana stayed in contention for the Veterans championship title after defeating Hibernians Veterans 6-4. On the other hand, reigning champions MFPA secured their 11th win of the season after defeating Å»urrieq Wolves 10-4 with Rabat and Birkirkara St Helen’s putting on a show after a 3-3 draw. Floriana – Hibernians 6-4 The match between Floriana…
