The Europe Trophy Qualification Stage begins in Malta on Friday 16 January, with ten club teams from across Europe competing at the MITTC Butterfly Arena in Pembroke for places in the Grand Finals, as local clubs join international opponents in one of the largest qualification events of its kind.

Valletta FC have confirmed that they will appeal the six-match suspension imposed on Diogo Tavares. The club emphasised its commitment to fairness and objectivity in football, stating that it will support the player and seek a full review of the decision. No further comments will be made until the appeal hearing concludes.

Topspin Table Tennis Academy Andro will represent Malta at the European Trophy Regional Stage, taking place from 16 to 18 January 2026 at St Clara College in Pembroke. The competition will feature clubs from several European nations, offering the Maltese side valuable international experience on home soil.

Andrea Bocelli will return to the Olympic stage at the Milano Cortina Winter Games Opening Ceremony on 6 February, twenty years after his appearance at Turin 2006. The Italian tenor will perform at San Siro Stadium alongside other international artists, linking Italy’s musical heritage with the start of the Winter Olympic Games.

Qormi Daikin continued their strong form this hockey season with a comfortable 4-1 win over Floriana Young Stars. The team, coached by Andre Ghio, were in control from early on …

The first edition of the EurILCA Masters Series for 2026 was hosted by the Royal Malta Yacht Club and once again attracted a strong and diverse international fleet, combining returning …

The latest round of matches in the FMA Enemed Futsal League produced plenty of goals and excitement, including the first defeat of league leaders University of Malta Futsal, who lost …

Josh Cavallo has accused his former club Adelaide United of homophobia, claiming internal “politics” related to his sexuality played a decisive role in his departure, allegations the A-League side has …

Mario Balotelli has joined Al Ittifaq in the UAE second division, marking a new chapter in his career. Club owner Pietro Laterza revealed the move began with a search for free agents on Transfermarkt, and Balotelli’s motivation and fitness convinced the club to act quickly.

The 2026 racing season in Malta will kick off this weekend with the EquestriMalta Grand Final, featuring two invitational finals that bring together the top-ranked horses from Copper, Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Premier categories. Set over a 2160-metre distance with a standing start, the finals promise competitive racing and a record prize fund, marking an exciting start to the new year for horse racing enthusiasts.