Żurrieq Wolves Veterans secured an impressive 5-3 victory over Dutch side FC Abcoude in an international friendly played in Utrecht. The Maltese side showed great resilience, coming from behind on three occasions before sealing the match in the final minutes.

Alex Muscat was the star of the evening, netting a hat-trick, with assists from Kevin Vella and Jurgen Mifsud. Vella himself also found the net twice, with Mario Camilleri and Muscat providing the assists.

The match was played in a competitive yet sporting atmosphere, with both teams showing their quality. FC Abcoude, founded in 1973, is a respected amateur club in the province of Utrecht.

This friendly marks the beginning of a sporting exchange between the two clubs, with a return fixture planned for May 2026 in Malta, promising another exciting encounter.