Amidst supporter’s chants, a Teddy Teuma penalty found the net and earned Malta a 1-0 victory against Moldova.
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With the match heading for a draw, Teuma calmly brought home the decisive spot-kick in the first minute of stoppage time, lifting Malta to the top of Group 2 in the UEFA Nations League, level on points with Moldova.
Malta had another chance to boost their goal difference when they were awarded a second penalty just minutes later. However, Teuma missed the opportunity,.
Despite this, the victory was crucial, keeping Malta’s hopes of promotion alive.
h Teuma’s composure under pressure secured a vital three points under Davide Mazzotta’s debut as Malta’s interim coach.
Basil Tuma, who made an impressive second-half debut, won the match-winning penalty. Malta now face a decisive match against Andorra, where a win and favourable results from
Moldova could see them finish top. Alternatively, they can still advance through the promotion play-offs in March 2026 if they finish second in the group.
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