Malta Football Players Association and Floriana FC will face each other tomorrow in a direct clash to decide the winner of the VMFA Premier League on the final day of the season.

At present, MFPA lead the standings with 34 points, just one point ahead of Floriana who sit on 33.

Last week saw the penultimate round of the championship, with MFPA confirming their strong form after an impressive 10-5 victory over Luxol St Andrew’s. Jonathan Bondin scored a hat-trick, while Aleksandar Ribic and Mark Zammit each netted a brace. Thomas Paris, George Frendo and Stanimir Miloskovic also got on the scoresheet for the winners.

Luxol replied with a brace from Dylan Musu and goals by Glenn Bonello, Gary Inguanez and Tyron Borg. The referee for this match was Gordon Barbara.

Floriana were awarded a 3-0 walkover against Birkirkara St Helen’s. In another match, Hibernians Veterans secured an important 6-4 win over Gżira Veterans. Luke Satariano and Beppe Antignolo both scored hat-tricks for the Paolites, while Kevin Sammut replied with a hat-trick for Gżira, with Sebastian Nayar adding another goal. Referee Paul Apap officiated this match.

The championship continues with the following fixtures:

Today – St Dorothy’s Ground
7:15pm – Luxol St Andrew’s vs Gżira Veterans

Tomorrow – MCS Birkirkara
7:15pm – Floriana vs MFPA
8:30pm – Żurrieq Wolves vs Rabat Veterans

The Malta Veterans National Team secured a 1–0 victory against Wales Veterans in a friendly match played at the Mellieħa Ground. This was the second meeting between the two sides, with Malta also winning the previous encounter in Wales by the same scoreline.

The match was evenly contested, with both teams producing a competitive and entertaining performance throughout.

The only goal of the game, which secured the win for the team coached by Joe Micallef, came in the second half through Johnny Camilleri.

Malta lined up as follows: Justin Spiteri (GK), Adrian Lanzon, Malcolm Camilleri, Jonathan Bondin, Steven Bonnici, George Frendo, Kevin Sammut, Bjorn Bondin, Mifsud Triganza, Adam Smeir, and Johnny Camilleri. Roderick Debattista was the substitute goalkeeper.

The next commitment for the Maltese Veterans will take place on 30 May, when they host Parma Cus from Italy, before travelling to Croatia in June to face a local side from the same country.

Żurrieq Wolves secured their fourth win of the season after defeating Hibernians Veterans 9–4. It was a strong collective performance from the Wolves, who made the most of their chances, while their Paolisti opponents were caught off guard at times.

Alexander Muscat was the standout player for Żurrieq, scoring four goals, while Mario Camilleri added another two for his side. Bjorn Bondin, Jonathan Pearson, and Kevin Vella also got on the scoresheet with one goal each.

Hibernians reduced the deficit through goals from Dylan Mercieca, Daniel Fodermayer, Luke Satariano, and Clayton Micallef.

This victory was also significant for Żurrieq Wolves as they moved ahead of Hibernians in the standings.

Referee: Thomas Debono

STANDINGS – MALTA VETERANS PREMIER LEAGUE
MFPA 31, Floriana FC 30, Gżira United FC 19, Luxol St. Andrews 18, Rabat Veterans 16, Żurrieq Wolves FC 12, Hibernians FC Veterans 10, Birkirkara St. Helen 8

MFPA returned to the top of the Malta Veterans Premier League standings after defeating Rabat 11–5 in the only match played at the St Dorothy’s Ground in Żebbuġ.

The Malta Football Players Association approached the match determined to secure all three points, allowing them to overtake rivals Floriana ahead of their direct title clash later this month.

Top league scorer Stanimir Milokovic, together with Mark Zammit, netted four goals each. Manuel Sevasta, George Frendo and Alexander Ribic also got on the scoresheet to seal an emphatic victory for their side.

For Rabat, Adam Smeir and Mark Spiteri both scored braces, while Dylan Falzon added another goal to reduce the deficit.

The referee for the match was Lorry Sammut.

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STANDINGS – MALTA VETERANS PREMIER LEAGUE
MFPA 31, Floriana FC 30, Gzira United FC 19, Luxol St. Andrews 18, Rabat Veterans 13, Hibernians FC Veterans 10, Zurrieq Wolves FC 9, Birkirkara St. Helen 8

TOP SCORERS – MALTA VETERANS PREMIER LEAGUE
Stanimir Miloskovic (MFPA) 24, Adam Smeir (Rabat) 21, Manolito Micallef (Floriana) 20, Bojan Kaljevic (Floriana) 19, Ryan Darmanin (Floriana) 16

Floriana have taken over first place in the Malta Veterans Premier League following a dominant 9-1 victory against Żurrieq Wolves.

The Greens were determined to secure all three points and move clear at the top of the standings, even though they still have a game more over their closest rivals, MFPA. Bojan Kaljevic and Manolito Micallef both scored hat-tricks, while Firas Aboulezz added a brace. Ryan Darmanin also contributed a goal for Floriana. Żurrieq Wolves’ only goal came from Bjorn Bondin. The match was officiated by Thomas Debono.

With this win, the battle for the top spot continues, as Floriana and MFPA are set to face each other in a decisive match on April 23.

Current Standings – Malta Veterans Premier League:

1. Floriana – 30 points
2. MFPA – 28 points
3. Gżira United – 19 points
4. Luxol – 15 points
5. Rabat – 13 points
6. Hibernians – 10 points
7. Żurrieq Wolves – 9 points
8. Birkirkara St Helen’s – 8 points

The battle between MFPA and Floriana for the Veterans Malta Premier League title continues to intensify, with just one point separating the two sides at the top of the standings.

MFPA registered a commanding 10–2 victory over Hibernians in a match they dominated throughout. League top scorer Stanimir Miloskovic netted five goals, while Mauro Bonnici and George Frendo each added a brace. Alexander Ribic also found the net for the Malta Football Players Association.
Mark Abbosh and Beppe Antignolo replied for Hibernians.
The match was officiated by referee Thomas Debono.

Floriana, meanwhile, were made to work hard before overcoming reigning champions Gżira United 6–5 in a closely contested encounter. Diego Fernando Pereira and Manolito Micallef both scored twice, with William Camenzuli and Ryan Darmanin adding further goals for Floriana.
Gżira remained competitive thanks to a brace from Sebastian Nayar, while Ian Zammit, Kevin Sammut and Justin Grioli also got on the scoresheet.
Referee for this match was Thomas Debono.

In another balanced encounter, Birkirkara St Helen’s and Rabat Veterans shared the spoils in a 4–4 draw. Adam Smeir continued his fine form with a brace, while Andy Mangion and Daniel Cremona also scored for Rabat.
Birkirkara’s goals came through Jean Pierre Mifsud Triganza, Federico Marine Tejada, Gilbert Camilleri and Mario Caruana.
The match was refereed by Jonathan Balzan.

Żurrieq Wolves secured an important 5–2 win over Luxol, a result that lifted them one place in the standings and moved them off the bottom of the table. Giuseppe Muscat scored twice, while Alexander Muscat, Robert Zammit and Christian Bezzina added further goals to seal the team’s third win of the season.
Dylan Musu and Glenn Bonello scored for Luxol.
Referee was Jonathan Balzan.

Standings – Veterans Malta Premier League:
MFPA 28, Floriana 27, Gżira United 17, Luxol 15, Rabat 13, Hibernians 10, Żurrieq Wolves 9, Birkirkara St Helen’s 8.

Top Scorers:
Stanimir Miloskovic (MFPA) – 20 goals
Adam Smeir (Rabat) – 19 goals
Manolito Micallef (Floriana) – 17 goals
Bojan Kaljevic (Floriana) – 16 goals
Glenn Bonello (Luxol) – 15 goals

MFPA and Floriana kept their winning momentum going as they overcame their respective opponents to remain in contention for the VMFA Malta Premier League title.

MFPA edged past Birkirkara St Helen’s 8-3, giving them a one-point lead over Floriana. George Frendo starred for MFPA with a hat-trick, while Stanimir Miloskovic and Mark Zammit both scored twice. Branko Nisevic also contributed to the scoring. For Birkirkara, Mark Gauci, Malcolm Camilleri, and Jean Pierre Mifsud Triganza found the net. The match was refereed by Paul Apap.

Floriana faced a tougher challenge against Luxol but eventually secured an 8-6 victory. Luxol fought hard throughout the match but came up short. Ryan Darmanin and Bojan Kaljevic each scored a hat-trick for Floriana, while Manolito Micallef added a brace. Luxol’s goals came from Glenn Bonello, who scored twice, Alan Tabone, Gary Inguanez, Karl Sacco, and an own goal by Micallef. The referee was Lorry Sammut.

Gżira United defeated Żurrieq Wolves 2-1. Romeu Romao and Ian Zammit scored for the Maroons, while Mario Camilleri reduced the deficit for Żurrieq. Lorry Sammut officiated the match.

In a high-scoring encounter, Rabat Veterans continued their strong run with a 14-4 win over Hibernians. Adam Smeir scored five goals, Timothy Zammit added four, and Daniel Cremona completed a hat-trick. Andre Scicluna scored twice for Hibernians. The game was refereed by Paul Apap.

Veterans Malta Premier League Standings:

1. MFPA – 25 points
2. Floriana – 24 points
3. Gżira United – 19 points
4. Luxol – 15 points
5. Rabat – 12 points
6. Hibernians – 10 points
7. Birkirkara St Helen’s – 7 points
8. Żurrieq Wolves – 6 points

MFPA stayed at the top of the Veterans Malta Premier League after securing a dominant 7-0 win over Żurrieq Wolves.

The Malta Football Players Association side were inspired by Stanimir Miloskovic, who netted a hat-trick, while Jonathan Bondin added a brace. Aleksandar Ribic and Mark Zammit also got on the scoresheet, helping their team reach a total of 22 points in the standings.

Floriana Veterans remain close behind, sitting just one point adrift. The Greens registered a 7-4 victory over Rabat Veterans, with Ryan Darmanin scoring a hat-trick and Manolito Micallef contributing two goals. Bojan Kaljevic and Firas Aboulezz also found the net.

Rabat replied through an own goal by Dylan Grima, a brace from Timothy Zammit, and another goal by Leandros Calleja.

Luxol St Andrew’s returned to winning ways with a 5-2 triumph over Hibernians. Glenn Bonello scored twice, while Emerson Amaira, Alan Tabone, and an own goal by Dylan Mercieca added to Luxol’s tally. Ilia Nazarov netted both goals for Hibernians.

Meanwhile, Gżira United defeated Birkirkara St Helen’s 8-4. Romeu Romao, Alan Spiteri, and Ian Zammit each scored a brace, with Sebastian Nayar and Kurt Magro completing the scoring for the Maroons.

For Birkirkara, Gilbert Camilleri Lowell scored twice, while Mark Gauci and Ayrton Duncan added consolation goals.

Standings – Veterans Malta Premier League
MFPA 22, Floriana 21, Gżira United 16, Luxol 15, Hibernians 10, Rabat 9, Birkirkara St Helen’s 7, Żurrieq Wolves 6.

Top Scorers
Bojan Kaljevic, Manolito Micallef, Stanimir Miloskovic – 13
Adam Smeir, Glenn Bonello – 12

Floriana maintained their championship ambitions with a commanding 14-1 victory over Hibernians in the Malta Veterans Premier League.

As the scoreline suggests, the Greens dominated proceedings throughout, particularly in the second half where they found the net no fewer than 11 times to seal an emphatic win.

Manolito Micallef led the scoring charts with five goals, while Ryan Darmanin contributed a hat-trick. Firas Aboulezz and Diego Fernando Pereira each struck twice, with Dylan Grima and William Camenzuli also getting on the scoresheet to complete Floriana’s tally.

Hibernians’ lone goal came courtesy of Beppe Antignolo. The match was officiated by referee Paul Apap.

With this result, Floriana remain just one point behind league leaders MFPA, who secured a 5-3 win over reigning champions Gżira Veterans.

Stanimir Miloskovic netted a hat-trick for MFPA, while George Frendo and Mark Barbara added a goal each. Ian Zammit scored twice for Gżira, with Zvezdan Vukovic also on target. Gordon Barbara was the referee for this encounter.

Elsewhere, Rabat Veterans climbed further up the standings after recording a 6-2 win against Luxol St Andrew’s.

Adam Smeir once again demonstrated his prolific scoring ability with a hat-trick, inspiring his side to victory. Andre Scicluna, Andy Mangion and Timothy Zammit also found the net for Rabat. Dylan Musu and Gary Inguanez scored the consolation goals for Luxol. The match was officiated by Paul Apap.

Żurrieq Wolves registered their first win of the season with a 5-2 triumph over Birkirkara St Helen’s.

Alex Muscat scored twice, while Jurgen Mifsud, Beppe Muscat and Kevin Vella also added their names to the scoresheet. Roderick Briffa netted both goals for Birkirkara. Gordon Barbara was the referee.

Malta Veterans Premier League Standings:

MFPA – 19 points
Floriana – 18 points
Gżira United – 13 points
Luxol St Andrew’s – 12 points
Hibernians – 10 points
Rabat Veterans – 9 points
Birkirkara St Helen’s – 7 points
Żurrieq Wolves – 5 points

In a high-scoring clash in the seventh round of the Malta Veterans Premier League, Floriana overcame MFPA with an emphatic 11-5 victory, narrowing the gap at the top of the table. The Greens came out motivated and quickly established a strong lead, maintaining control despite efforts from MFPA to respond.

Bojan Kaljevic, Diego Fernando Pereira, and Firas Aboulezz were the standout performers for Floriana, each scoring a hat-trick, while Ryan Darmanin added a brace to secure the commanding win. MFPA managed to score through Stanimir Miloskovic, Mark Zammit, Alexander Marinkovic, Alexander Ribic, and Carlo Mamo, but the deficit proved too large to overcome.

Despite the setback, MFPA remain at the top of the league standings with 16 points, though Floriana have closed in and now sit just one point behind. The match was officiated by Paul Apap.

Gżira United Veterans delivered a thrilling 6-5 win against Luxol St Andrew’s, moving closer to the top teams in the standings. The contest was tightly fought, with Luxol St Andrew’s putting up strong resistance, but Gżira United managed to edge out their opponents in a competitive encounter.

Kurt Magro led the scoring for Gżira with a hat-trick, complemented by goals from Sebastian Nayar, Romeu Romao, and Ian Zammit. For Luxol St Andrew’s, Emerson Amaira scored twice, with Gary Inguanez, Karl Sacco, and Glenn Bonello also on the scoresheet. Igor Kankaras officiated the match.

Birkirkara St Helen’s recorded a 5-3 victory over Hibernians, bouncing back after recent results. Federico Marine and Christian Caruana both scored two goals each, with Daniel Scerri adding another for Birkirkara. Hibernians’ efforts came from Dylan Mercieca (brace) and Clayton Micallef Vassallo. Igor Kankaras was again in charge of officiating.

Rabat Veterans produced a commanding 7-0 win over Żurrieq Wolves, dominating from start to finish. Adam Smeir led the scoring with a hat-trick, Andre Scicluna added a brace, and Luke Portelli and Andy Mangion completed the scoring. Paul Apap oversaw the match.

STANDINGS – MALTA VETERANS PREMIER LEAGUE

MFPA 16, Floriana 15, Gżira United 13, Luxol St Andrew’s 12, Hibernians 10, Birkirkara St Helen’s 7, Rabat Veterans 6, Żurrieq Wolves 3.