Joshua Pitts & Elliott Gunner Called Up With Malta Senior Squad

May 13 2025

Head coach Emilio De Leo has named a 35-man provisional squad as he prepares for his second international window at the helm.

Notable new inclusions are Joshua Pitts of Ipswich Town and Elliott Gunner, two promising talents who previously featured for Malta at U18 and U17 level respectively and now step up to the senior squad.

Malta’s 2026 FIFA World Cup European qualifying campaign will continue next month with two crucial matches.

The national team will first host Lithuania on Saturday, June 7, at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali at 18:00. Just three days later, on June 10, Malta faces a tough away challenge against the Netherlands at the Euroborg Stadion in Groningen.

Kurt Shaw and Gabriel Mentz, who have been named in the initial squad selection, are suspended for the Lithuania qualifier but will be available for the away game against the Netherlands.

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Meet the People Keeping Your Money Safe: MFSA at the Public Expo

May 13 2025

From 21 to 25 May, the Public Service Expo Village at Ta’ Qali transforms into Malta’s buzzing hub for fun, facts, and financial empowerment at the MFSA’s Finanzi stand!

Whether you’re curious about opening a bank account, investing smartly, or just avoiding scams, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is here to give you the tools to take control of your money. And what better way to learn than through live podcasts recorded right on-site? We’re not just covering them — we’re hosting them too!

💡 But wait, there’s more. Test your scam-spotting skills in the Spot the Scam Game – an interactive challenge with real prizes up for grabs. Can you tell a dodgy deal from the real thing? Time to prove it!

Plus, come meet the Malta Daily team — we’ll be around the Finanzi stand, chatting with guests, giving out good vibes, and maybe even putting you on the mic. 👀

Don’t miss out — it’s informative, interactive, and most of all, fun. Come down with your friends or family and get financially clued-up at one of the most useful expos of the year.

📍 Where? Expo Village, Ta’ Qali
📆 When? 21–25 May
🎧 Why? Because a financially smart Malta starts with you.

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160K+ Watched Final Between Ħamrun Spartans & Birkirkara FC

May 13 2025

The 2025 Championship Final between Ħamrun Spartans and Birkirkara set a new record for football viewership in Malta, with an impressive 76,000 TV box sets tuning in to watch the match live on TVM Sport+ on Saturday, May 10.

With an estimated average of two viewers per household, this translates to approximately 150,000 television viewers. An additional 12,000 viewers streamed the match online, pushing the total audience well beyond 160,000.

This landmark achievement secured a 36% audience share, making it the most-watched programme during its time slot and even outperforming Malta’s main TV channels—TVM, NET, and ONE—between 6pm and 8pm.

The strong viewership figures are a testament to the concerted efforts of the Malta Premier League and PBS leadership, who have worked hard in recent weeks to enhance broadcast quality and viewer experience.

Key improvements, including a more structured pre-match broadcast, a professional temporary studio setup at the North Stand, and dynamic live coverage, played a crucial role in engaging a wider audience.

The consistent rise in viewer numbers during the final weeks of the 360Sports Malta Premier season clearly reflected growing public interest, culminating in this record-breaking finale.

The success also extended to digital platforms, with Malta Premier’s social media seeing significant growth in engagement and reach.

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Over 2,000 Road Checks Between January To December 2024

May 13 2025

According to information provided by Byron Camillieri, there were 2,468 road check between January to December in 2024.

The Malta Police Forces conducted these road checks over every location in Malta and Gozo.

During recent road checks, thousands of vehicles were stopped, with officials not only issuing tickets for traffic violations but also taking action on other crimes related to breaches of laws not covered by the ticketing system.

The question was tabled by MP Ivan Bartolo.

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