Roberta Metsola’s Malta-Finland Match Had a Deeper Meaning for Her Family

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and her husband, Ukko Metsola, were spotted at Ta’ Qali National Stadium on Thursday, passionately cheering on Malta in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Finland. While the match marked the debut of Malta’s new head coach, Emilio De Leo, it also carried special meaning for the Metsola family.

Roberta Metsola, a proud Maltese politician, has been married to Ukko Metsola, a Finnish politician and European business leader, for over two decades. The couple met during their university years and have since built a strong family, raising their four sons with a blend of Maltese and Finnish heritage – this particular match had an added layer of excitement for the family.

Despite Malta’s 1-0 defeat, the energy at Ta’ Qali remained electric, with fans—both Maltese and Finnish—rallying behind their teams in the spirit of competition.

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