Tag: sports
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Pembroke residents and NGOs protest against massive sports complex on natural land
Pembroke residents and NGOs yesterday protested against the proposed construction of three football grounds and a wider sports complex on natural land close to the Natura 2000 area in Pembroke. The protest forms part of a broader campaign by residents and NGOs against the transfer of public land in Pembroke for large-scale sporting and commercial…
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Swieqi and Mġarr set for showdown in Assikura Women’s Super Cup Final
The first silverware of the 2025-26 domestic women’s football season will be decided on Sunday when Swieqi United and MÄ¡arr United face off in the Assikura Women’s Super Cup at the Centenary Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 6 p.m. Swieqi United, last season’s league champions, will be looking to defend their title after last year’s…
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Ripard, Farrugia-Schembri Meli crews shine at RMYC Dinghy Regatta
The Royal Malta Yacht Club recently hosted a lively Dinghy Regatta featuring RS Quest dinghies from the RMYC Sailing School fleet—boats that continue to gain popularity for their user-friendly design and versatility. The event aimed to blend competition with inclusivity, attracting a mix of experienced sailors and first-time racers in a format that encouraged participation…
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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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EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef says Israel should be banned from European sports events
In comments he gave to Politico, EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef said that Israel should be banned from European sporting events. Referring directly to Israel, the EU Commissioner sad that Europe can not welcome those who don’t share its values. Glenn Micallef is the Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport. The EU Commissioner stated…
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Team Malta ready for action as GSSE 2025 officially opens in Andorra this evening
The stage is set for the GSSE 2025, or the Games of the Small States of Europe. These will officially open this evening at the Andorra National Stadium. The Maltese Herald will be bringing you regular coverage of this important event in the national sporting calendar Malta will be represented by a strong contingent of…
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Top swimmers in action at 32nd Easter International Swimming Meet
Malta is once again set to welcome a wave of international swimming talent as the 32nd Edition of the Easter International Swimming Meet splashes into action. The event will be held between April 23 and 26, 2025, at the National Pool Complex in Tal-Qroqq. This much-anticipated event, a fixture on the local and international swimming…
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Mosta Cycling Club strengthens international ties in Sicily
A group of young athletes from Mosta Cycling Club recently returned from a successful international training camp held in Corleone, Palermo. Hosted by the Italian club N.A.G. Scuola di Ciclismo, the camp was part of a growing collaboration aimed at enhancing youth development in cycling and creating stronger links between Maltese and Sicilian cycling communities.…
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Brian Cini wins the first IZIBET Elite Athlete Award for 2025
Brian Cini has won the first IZIBET Elite Athlete Award for 2025 which covers the months of January and February. Cini, 28, is the runner-up in the IBSF World Snooker Championships. Unfortunately, he was beaten by young Chinese player Yang Gao 5-3 in a highly balanced final. Although Gao won the opening frame, Cini kept…
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Malta FA ends 2024 with positive financial balance
The Malta FA audited accounts for 2024 show a marked improvement in the Association’s financial situation culminating in a surplus of income over expenditure for the first time in four years post-pandemic. While the total income has once again reached the €13 million mark, a minimal increase from 2023, the Malta FA’s diligent approach has…
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Exciting Action in Malta’s Top Darts League
As the season nears its conclusion, Malta’s top darts league continues to deliver thrilling matchups, intense battles, and standout performances. With champions already crowned in each division, teams are now fighting for their final positions, making every match crucial. From dominant victories to closely contested draws, the latest round of fixtures showcased the skill, determination,…
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Absa Cape Epic: Marie Claire Aquilina Forced to Retire from Race Due to Injury; Bonello Continues Solo
Maltese cyclist Marie Claire Aquilina was forced to withdraw from the Absa Cape Epic earlier today after experiencing excruciating pain due to an injury sustained in the early stages of the race. Despite her determination to push through, the relentless pain made it impossible to continue, especially on the gruelling climbs that defined today’s stage.…
