Maltese Wonderkid Kian Leonardi Joins Italian Club Fermana

Sep 5 2024

Nineteen-year-old forward Kian Leonardi has officially signed with Italian club Fermana, following an impressive Maltese Premier League debut season with Pieta Hotspurs in Malta. His performances last season earned him widespread recognition, paving the way for his move to Italy.

According to the popular football outlet Replay, Leonardi has been training with the Serie D side for several weeks and has already participated in some of their pre-season friendlies.

During these matches, the young Maltese attacker showcased his talent, scoring two goals and providing an assist in one game, and delivering another assist in a subsequent friendly. His impact on the pitch comes as no surprise to those who followed his performances in the Maltese leagues.

Leonardi’s move to Italy was facilitated by the sports management company, Sports Pro Management & Consultancy, which has been instrumental in securing opportunities for Maltese players abroad.

This includes other high-profile transfers, such as Yannick Yankam’s move to Lexington SC in the United States and Haley Bugeja’s notable transfer to Italian champions Inter Milan. Leonardi’s success in making the leap to Fermana further highlights the growing international recognition of Maltese football talent.

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Man Caught Stealing From ‘Bonello Store’ on Security Camera

Sep 5 2024

A man was caught on video stealing from “Bonello Store” in Sliema. The footage shows the individual alongside a group of four other males, who appear to be making legitimate purchases, while the man dressed in black shoplifts an item.

In the video, the man is first seen inspecting a bottle and placing it back on the shelf. Moments later, as the salesperson at the counter is cutting a receipt, the man discreetly slips the bottle into his pocket.

This is the latest in the series of thefts caught on camera and shared on social media by concerned shop owners.

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Irkotta Voted Malta’s Favourite Pastizz, According To Our Followers

Sep 5 2024

The votes are in. 🗳 Irkotta has been voted Malta’s favourite pastizz, according to a recent poll held by Malta Daily amongst its followers.

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Thousands of people participated in the poll, enthusiastically backing their top choice for this iconic Maltese snack. The creamy Irkotta pastizz claimed the top spot, with Piżelli (peas) coming in second place, followed by the Chicken pastizz in third.

This vote highlights Malta’s deep-rooted love for our iconic flaky snack, with Irkotta dominating the polls online.

If you’re a pastizzi-lover, you definitely can’t have missed our recent Malta Daily Food Awards, where Rabat’s legendary Serkin claimed the top spot. 🏆

When’s the last time you had a pastizz?

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Not Ballon D’Or Nominees For First Time In Over 20 Years

Sep 5 2024

For the first time in over 20 years, neither Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi have been nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or trophy which crowns the best performing football player of the year.

To be exact the last time the Ballon d’Or nominee list did not feature the two football superstars, was way back in 2003 when Czech midfielder Pavel Nedvěd won it.

Both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi no longer play in Europe, with the Portuguese representing Saudi club Al-Nassr and the Argentinian plying his trade with American side Inter Miami in the MLS.

It’s been just a year since Messi claimed his 8th Ballon d’Or, highlighting the significance of competing in Europe’s top leagues for these awards. Now, not only will he be unable to defend his title, but he also won’t even have the opportunity to do so.

As a new wave of football superstar emerges, the favourittes for this year’s Ballon d’Or are undoubtedly Spanish holding midfielder Rodri, tekky Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr and British global superstar Jude Bellingham.

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