BOV Challenge League 2025-26 – Matchday 1 at a glance
The fixture list for the opening weekend of the new BOV Challenge League campaign throws up several intriguing storylines, pitting recent Premier League drop-outs against ambitious sides that impressed in last season’s second tier.
Williams confident of fixing issues as fight for fifth in championship continues
Williams remain optimistic about their ability to hold on to fifth place in the Formula One constructors’ championship, despite recent reliability concerns and a series of retirements. The team expects a significant car upgrade to arrive later this month, potentially boosting their form for the second half of the season.
Pogba signs with Monaco: “I will always love Juventus”
Paul Pogba has officially signed with AS Monaco, marking a dramatic return to professional football after nearly two years away from the game. The 32-year-old French midfielder, who has been sidelined due to injuries and a doping ban, was unveiled by the Ligue 1 club today in what he described as an emotional and hopeful new chapter.
tributes flood in following the death of Diogo Jota and brother André Silva
Tributes have flooded in from clubs, footballers, political leaders, and sporting organisations, all expressing their sorrow and shock at the sudden loss.
The death of Diogo Jota and André Silva rekindles football’s painful past
The football world is once again in mourning following the tragic death of Diogo Jota and his younger brother André Silva. The 28-year-old Liverpool and Portugal forward died in a car accident in Zamora, Spain, on 3 July 2025, just days after his wedding. André, an attacking midfielder for Penafiel, also lost his life in the crash. The vehicle veered off the road and burst into flames, ending the lives of two brothers united by football and family.
Mosta quiet on transfer front but more moves expected soon
Mosta FC have remained relatively quiet in the summer transfer window, with their only official signing so far being 18-year-old defender Kayden Farrugia from Valletta FC. The former Malta U17 international joins after an impressive campaign at youth level, including appearances in the UEFA Youth League and a key role in Valletta’s Section A triumph.
Cristiano Ronaldo mourns Diogo Jota and André: “It doesn’t make sense. We will miss you both”
Cristiano Ronaldo has joined the countless tributes pouring in for Diogo Jota and André Teixeira da Silva following the devastating news of their passing. The Portuguese icon shared an emotional message across his social media platforms, expressing heartbreak and disbelief at the loss of two men he recently shared the national team dressing room with.
Agius and Bugeja win top Beach Soccer awards
Matthew Agius from Sliema Beach Soccer and Shakira Bugeja from St George’s were named Best Players in the national Beach Soccer championship, which finished last weekend. They both helped their …
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota dies in car accident
Liverpool star Diogo Jota has died in a car accident in northern Spain at the age of 28. The crash happened only two weeks after he married his childhood sweetheart, …
Athletics Malta to hold EGM to elect new President
Athletics Malta has announced that its President, Mr Aldrin Cassar, has stepped down from his role with effect from 30 June 2025. Following the Association’s rules, an Extraordinary General Meeting …
