Malta beat San Marino to win first UEFA Nations League group game

Jun 5 2022

Malta have beaten fellow small European country San Marino to start their UEFA Nations League campaign on the right foot. The Maltese players managed to score 2 goals past San Marino to secure a well-earned win despite two of their key players, Ryan Camenzuli and Teddy Teuma being absent.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by MaltaFA (@maltafa1900)

The first half was not the best start for the Maltese team. They did not seem focused making multiple mistakes in possession which led to coach Devis Mangia on the touchline telling his players to calm down and play. Even though they had a slow start, the Maltese players had better chances than the quite defensive San Marino team.

The second half saw the introduction of Jan Busuttil and Juan Corbalan to the game. The two players changed the game on its head with Busuttil scoring a great individual goal in the 59th minute to give Malta the much needed goal. Corbalan managed to contribute in the 75th minute finding Matthew Guillaumier who managed to head in the ball to double Malta’s lead.

The win sent the Maltese team to the top of the Group D2 alongside Estonia with three points. The Maltese team will now have their eyes on next Thursday’s crucial match against Estonia to carve out a lead at the top of the group D2.

#MaltaDaily

Man injured in fireworks factory explosion confirmed with grievous injuries

Jun 5 2022

Police have revealed that one of the men injured in the fireworks factory explosion in Mosta has been certified to have suffered grievous injuries.

Police reported that the 25-year-old was one of the men previously reported to have suffered light injuries from the blast. Unfortunately, his wounds have ended up becoming more grievous as he undergoes treatment at Mater Dei Hospital.

Police also reported that at around 0230hrs, Police from Mosta’s local police station were informed by health authorities that a man had been admitted due to injuries related to the explosion.

The man is 60-years-old and is also confirmed to have suffered grievous injuries. An inquiry and investigations are still ongoing.

#MaltaDaily

Tributes pour in for late 5-year-old Puttinu patient Matthias

Jun 5 2022

Taking to social media, NGO Puttinu Cares shared the somber news of the passing of young 5-year-old Matthias.

The young boy was described in nothing but exceptional and affectionate terms by Puttinu, which went on to say that he filled every room with immense love. ‘How can we ever forget that little voice full of joy with a Gozitan accent, a smile that removes all sorrow and your hug…’

Puttinu sent their wishes and support to Matthias’ parents Joanne u David, saying that the loss will be lost forever. ‘There are now words in the face of such suffering’ said the NGO.

Rest in Peace Matthias and condolences to all the loved ones and family.

#MaltaDaily

8-year-old Kruiven runs 5k marathon to raise funds for Dar Bjorn

Jun 5 2022

Young champion Kruiven Farrugia found a way to help local ALS activist Bjorn Formosa by running a 5k marathon to raise funds for the homes Formosa runs to help those in need.

At just 8-years-old, Kruiven set a massive example of charity and kindness as he set off from Imdina to San Anton Palace, raising €1 for every metre he ran.

He went on to run the race alongside his mother Charmaine and Bjorn’s wife Maria, completing the run in a total of 22 minutes. His efforts were immensely praised by Bjorn, as the young boy has managed to raise €3,863 out of his €5,000 target.

Farrugia is running to raise funds for Dar Bjorn Respite, which is a planned extension of Dar Bjorn, a community home for patients with ALS, MS and other neurological conditions. These are all run by Formosa’s foundation ALS Malta+.

On the day of the run, Bjorn wrote: Today I woke up with immense joy! The day has arrived for Kruiven!’ He went on to explain how he raised 40% of his goal and people can donate to help him achieve even more. Well done lad!

#MaltaDaily

Photo Source: Bjorn Formosa FB