Hibernians have moved level on points with Swieqi United at the top of the Maltese Assikura Women’s League after a 0-0 draw against Birkirkara. The result sees Birkirkara remain fourth with 33 points, while Swieqi’s crucial match against Mġarr United was postponed due to bad weather after just four minutes of play.
Birkirkara Hold Hibernians, Welcoming Key Returnees
Despite their efforts, Hibernians failed to break through against a solid Birkirkara defense, which was boosted by the return of goalkeeper Janice Xuereb after a 10-month knee injury layoff. New signing Laura Granados also made her debut for Birkirkara, taking on the number 9 role.
Bottom Four Round-Up: Lija Stun Valletta, San Ġwann Dominate Mtarfa
- Lija Athletic pulled off an upset, defeating Valletta 1-0 thanks to a seventh-minute goal from new signing Lisa Calleja.
- San Ġwann delivered a commanding 5-1 victory over Mtarfa, with league top scorer Hailey Russell adding two goals to her tally, bringing her total to 22 for the season. Tourki Chaimaa also struck twice, while a Rebecca Mifsud own goal added to Mtarfa’s woes.
With Swieqi’s rescheduled fixture still pending, the race for the women’s league title is heating up, promising an exciting finish to the season.
