Tag: Valletta
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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…
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Champions Ħamrun Spartans set for derby clash with Valletta as Top Six Fixtures announced
The eagerly anticipated fixtures for the final phase of the Opening Round of the YoHealth Malta Premier League were officially announced on Friday — and football fans are in for some thrilling matchups. Defending champions Ħamrun Spartans will open their Top Six campaign with a fiery derby clash against neighbouring rivals Valletta, while current leaders…
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YoHealth Malta Premier League: Valletta rally to beat Tarxien as Naxxar stun Sliema with emphatic win
It was a dramatic weekend in the YoHealth Malta Premier League, as Valletta fought back to edge past Tarxien Rainbows, while Naxxar Lions produced the shock of the season so far with a resounding 4-0 win over Sliema Wanderers. Valletta 2-1 Tarxien Rainbows Valletta came from behind to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tarxien…
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Floriana climb to second with victory over Żabbar St Patrick, Valletta cruise past Mosta
Floriana continued their strong run of form with a well-earned win over Żabbar St Patrick in challenging, rain-soaked conditions at the Tony Bezzina Stadium. The three points were crucial for the Greens, who now sit second in the standings, just a single point behind league leaders Hibernians. Early Breakthrough for Floriana The heavy downpour made…
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Valletta seize a point with dramatic late goal against Sliema, Birkirkara secure first win
A stoppage-time strike from substitute Evandro salvaged a dramatic 1-1 draw for Valletta, keeping their YoHealth Malta Premier League unbeaten run intact, while Sliema Wanderers were left heartbroken once again as they saw a late lead slip away for the second time this season. Sliema coach Paul Zammit made two changes from the 2-2 draw…
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Valletta woman, 77, seriously injured in Pietà traffic accident
On Sunday, at around 8:30 a.m., a 77-year-old woman from Valletta was taken to Mater Dei Hospital after she was injured in a traffic accident in Triq Sa Maison, Pietà. Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was hit by a Hyundai i10 driven by a 75-year-old man from Sliema. The woman was assisted by…
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15-year-old Mireshia Tanti reported missing – Last seen in Siġġiewi
Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Mireshia Tanti, who has been reported missing. She was last seen in Siġġiewi and is known to frequent areas in Valletta and Bormla. Anyone with information about Mireshia’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Police, even anonymously, by calling the Police Headquarters on 21 224001,…
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Two fatal traffic accidents reported — one in Valletta and another in Pietà
A 62-year-old woman tragically lost her life last night in a road accident that occurred at Xatt il-Barriera, Valletta, at around 10:00 p.m. According to initial police investigations, the collision involved a Subaru Impreza driven by a 23-year-old man from Raħal Ġdid and a Ford Fiesta that was parked along the side of the road.…
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Bathing ban issued for area just below Mediterranean Conference Centre
Bathing has been temporarily banned in a popular coastal spot in Valletta after foul water overflow was found to be affecting water quality, posing a potential health risk to the public. The Environmental Health Directorate, operating under the Superintendence of Public Health, announced that bathing is not recommended in the area below the Mediterranean Conference…
