Malta FA Strengthens Commitment to Youth Football Development

The Malta Football Association reaffirmed its commitment to developing Maltese football, particularly at youth level, during its Third Ordinary General Assembly of 2026, held at Centenary Hall, Ta’ Qali, on Tuesday.

The meeting, attended by representatives from UEFA and FIFA, highlighted the Association’s continued investment in grassroots football, national youth teams and technical development programmes.

Malta FA General Secretary Dr Maria Azzopardi revealed that approximately 10,000 boys and girls aged between Under-12 and Under-21 benefit from programmes supported by the National Development and Social Fund.

Meanwhile, President Bjorn Vassallo outlined the Association’s player development pathway, from school football to elite national team representation.

Through the Inħobb il-Futbol Foundation, over 57,000 students have participated in football initiatives since the 2022/23 season, with more than 4,000 sessions delivered.

The Association also highlighted that 14 players from recent Under-21 squads are now regular senior internationals.

During the assembly, Mark Scalpello was elected Chairperson of the Member Clubs Licensing Boards for 2026–2028.

The meeting concluded by recognising significant progress across men’s and women’s football, reinforcing the Malta FA’s ambition to create stronger foundations for future generations.

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