Tag: Valletta
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Valletta Boatmen file Judicial Protest against transport authorities over alleged monopolisation
A group of traditional Maltese boatmen (barklora) have filed a formal judicial protest in the First Hall of the Civil Court, accusing transport authorities and a private association of colluding to illegally control the sector. The protest, filed on 14 May 2026, directly targets Transport Malta, the Ministry for Transport and Infrastructure, the State Advocate,…
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Ħamrun Spartans and Valletta seek redemption in crucial National Stadium clash
Ħamrun Spartans F.C. and Valletta F.C. will both be aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointment of missing out on a place in the Finalissima when they meet at the National Stadium on Friday evening (kick-off: 7pm). Ħamrun Spartans are still recovering from the painful 2-1 extra-time defeat to Marsaxlokk F.C., a result that…
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Derby drama awaits as Final Four semi-finals take centre stage
Football fans are in for a thrilling afternoon of action on Saturday as the Malta Premier Final Four gets underway with two highly anticipated semi-finals at the National Stadium. The standout clash sees fierce rivals Floriana and Valletta renew their historic rivalry in a derby that promises tension, intensity and drama. Meanwhile, reigning champions Ħamrun…
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Floriana defeat Valletta to seal top spot in closing stages
Floriana struck twice in stoppage time to defeat Valletta 2-0 and mathematically secure top spot, moving 12 points clear at the summit. The Greens now await confirmation of how the championship will be decided. The title could be settled through a direct decider against Opening Round winners Ħamrun Spartans, or through a Final Four format…
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On the scandal about Waste Collection Ltd, Alexiei Dingli is silent
In 2012, the Valletta Local Council headed by Mayor Alexiei Dingli awarded up to €1.3 million in public contracts to a notorious drug trafficker called Alan (or Allan) Muscat through his company Waste Collection Ltd. Like many drug traffickers, Alan Muscat laundered his money through legitimate companies in the cleaning and the catering businesses apart…
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€1.3 million from Valletta Local Council in 2012: Alan Muscat Galletta
Alan Muscat (Galletta), currently a subject of our investigations on Malta not Mafia State, joined the rent-seeking business in politics even before the Labour Party entered office in 2013. Alan Muscat’s contacts with the Valletta Local Council go back as far as 2012 when he was awarded a tender of €270,000 for the cleaning of…
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Valletta knock out Ħamrun after extra-time to reach FA Trophy Semi-Finals
Valletta booked their place in the FA Trophy semi-finals after defeating Ħamrun Spartans 3–1 following extra-time in a dramatic encounter. Former Ħamrun forward Steijn Meijer proved decisive against his former club, striking the crucial goal in extra-time after being released by the Spartans during the January transfer window. His strike sent Valletta through to the…
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Watch: Saturday Carnival programme returns to schedule
Carnival celebrations gathered momentum on Saturday as improved weather conditions allowed organisers to deliver a wider programme of activities in Valletta following the wind-hit opening night. With gusts subsiding to more moderate levels, St George’s Square once again became the focal point of the festivities, hosting competitive dance performances and costumed entertainment in front of…
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Floats-parade cancelled due to bad weather as Carnival opens with dance in Valletta
Carnival kicked off in a burst of colour on Friday evening as competitive dancers regaled crowds in St George’s Square, Valletta, marking the start of this year’s festivities across Malta and Gozo. Performers took to the stage before a seated audience, many of whom embraced the spirit of the occasion with bright masks, wigs, and…
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Goalless stalemate in hard-fought derby as Valletta and Ħamrun Spartans share the spoils
Valletta and Ħamrun Spartans fought to a disciplined 0–0 draw yesterday, Saturday, January 24, 2026, in a match where defensive resilience ultimately overshadowed attacking intent. While Ħamrun Spartans enjoyed the lion’s share of possession and arguably created the clearer openings, they were met with a stubborn and highly organized Valletta backline. The result, a goalless…
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Opening Round Showdown: Floriana and Ħamrun Spartans Set for Title-Deciding Final Day
The battle for the Opening Round title of the Malta Premier League will go down to the wire on Saturday, with league leaders Floriana and reigning champions Ħamrun Spartans locked in a thrilling head-to-head on the final day of the Top Six. Floriana, who are still coming to terms with Wednesday’s 2–0 defeat to the…
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Valletta strike early to deepen Birkirkara woes
Valletta scored twice in the first half to secure a 2-0 victory over Birkirkara, condemning the Stripes to a fifth consecutive defeat in the YoHealth Malta Premier League Opening Round. With the final matchday scheduled for this weekend, the Citizens remain firmly in the hunt for a top-two finish as they sit three points behind…
