Malta Name 32‑Man Squad for Historic Ta’ Qali Rugby Showdown Against Austria

Malta has announced a 32‑man squad for Sunday’s historic Rugby Europe Trophy Promotion Play‑Off against Austria a landmark occasion as Maltese rugby takes to the National Stadium at Ta’ Qali for the very first time. With a place in the Rugby Europe Trophy at stake, Head Coach Phil Pretorius has selected a blend of experience, physicality and emerging talent for what is being billed as one of the most important matches in the sport’s local history.

The squad features established leaders such as Rhod Apsee, Tom Davey, Andrea Borg, Terence Galdes, Sven Camilleri, and Ryan Connolly, alongside dynamic backs including Luke Watts, Harry Perkins, and Cameron Sultana. Depth from the bench will be crucial, with impact players like Aidan Micallef, Cody Schmidt, Kyle Gauci, and Johnny Connolly all included.

Support staff from assistant coach Liam Scicluna to physiotherapist Pauline Fenech and analyst Albert Galea complete a tight-knit group that has prepared meticulously for this moment.

On Sunday at 6pm, Malta walks out at Ta’ Qali with one shot at history. The call from the camp is clear: they’ve earned their place now they need the nation behind them.

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