Valletta FC head coach Thane Micallef is relishing the opportunity to continue his journey at the club as they prepare for their return to the Malta Premier League, following a determined and disciplined campaign in the Challenge League.
In exclusive comments to MaltaSport journalists during the Malta Football Coaches Association awards ceremony, Micallef described the promotion as a collective triumph built on hard work, unity and unwavering belief. Reflecting on the season, he highlighted the resilience shown by his squad, the commitment of the club’s leadership and the loyalty of the supporters who followed Valletta through every high and low of the campaign.
The coach expressed deep gratitude to everyone who contributed to the promotion push, from the players who responded to his tactical vision to the committee members who backed the team throughout, and most importantly, the fans who stood by the club and created an atmosphere that inspired the players to deliver.
With promotion secured, Micallef is fully focused on the challenge ahead. He acknowledged that returning to the Premier League brings increased expectations and stronger competition, but expressed confidence in Valletta’s potential to compete with the top sides in the country.
His objective is not just to ensure the team’s survival in the top flight but to re-establish Valletta as a dominant force in Maltese football. With fresh momentum and a renewed sense of purpose, Micallef hopes that the coming season will be the beginning of a new and ambitious era for the club at the highest level.
