Maltese table football teams return with following a significant impact at the recent competitions held in Faversham, England. Malta’s top Subbuteo clubs and players achieved outstanding results at both the Champions League and Europa League finals, further cementing Malta’s reputation as a force in international table football.
Maltese Subbuteo Teams Bormla and Valletta Excel
The highlight of this Champions League and Europa League campaign were Bormla Subbuteo Club’s impressive run to the Champions League final. The Maltese side battled through a strong field, ultimately falling to F.lli Bari Reggio Emilia, securing their tenth title. Bormla’s squad made up of Charlie Aquilina, George Ebejer, Jean Tabone, Jason Pisani, Bessim Golger, and David Gonzalez, all demonstrated exceptional teamwork and skill, making Malta proud on the European stage.
Not to be outdone, Valletta Subbuteo Club secured third place in the after they overcame the defending champions Fiamme Azzurre with a convincing 3-1 victory in the playoff. After reaching the semifinals, Valletta narrowly missed out on the final, losing to Bormla on goal difference. The Valletta team, featuring Samuel Bartolo, Jurgen Balzan, Derek Conti, Mark Gauci, Kurt Polidano, Christophe Dheur, and Sergio Ramos, showcased the depth of Maltese talent in the sport.
Ħ’Attard’s Historic Run in the Europa League
In the Europa League segment, Ħ’Attard Subbuteo Club reached a historic milestone by finishing fourth. The team, Massimo Cremona, Tristan Fenech, Robert Farrugia Randon, Stanley Farrugia Randon, and Mario Fleri Soler advanced to the semifinals but were eventually defeated by Spain’s AFT Turia. This achievement marks a significant step forward for Ħ’Attard and highlights the growing strength of Maltese Subbuteo at the European level.
Maltese international players in the Subbuteo Champions League and Europa League
The Subbuteo Champions League and Europa League story extends beyond domestic clubs here in Malta, because several Maltese players competed with international teams. In the Champions League, John Zammit secured fifth place with ST Stembert, while Mario Camilleri finished tenth with Crimson Horses. Isaac Camilleri and Emanuel Camilleri also represented Malta with Langton Green SC, underlining the global reach and respect Maltese players command in the sport.
A standout moment in the Europa League was the success of SS Lazio, captained by Maltese player Patrick Pace. Lazio clinched the Europa League title after a dominant 3-0 victory over AFT Turia in the final. Jamie Bonnici was a key contributor to Lazio’s success, reinforcing the influence of Maltese talent across European table football.
Support for Maltese Subbuteo Champions League Europa League Success
The achievements of the Maltese Subbuteo Champions League & Europa League teams and players would not be possible without the ongoing financial support of SportMalta and the Maltese Olympic Committee.
The results from this competition are a testament to the dedication, skill, and passion of Malta’s table football community. With Bormla and Valletta reaching the Champions League podium, Ħ’Attard making history in the Europa League, and Maltese players excelling with international teams, Malta’s presence in European table football has never been stronger.
