San Ġiljan Crush VK Banja Luka, Reach Top 8

LocalFebruary 15, 2026

TodayIn Lithuania, Sliema ASC proved too strong for Finnish side Cetus Espoo as they cruised to a 23-14 win. After a rather balanced opening two sessions, Sliema stepped up a gear in the final two quarters, as they completely outplayed their opponents to secure a crucial victory. Jayden Cassar was Sliema’s leading scorer when netting four goals while Benjamin Cachia grabbed a hat-trick. The other scorers for the Blues were Liam Galea, Niccolo Gitto, Elijah Schembri, Aleksandar Ivovic, Jake Cachia, and Julian Chircop, who all netted a brace, while Dino Zammit also put his name on the scoresheet.n Sunday, Sliema will battle for top spot when they take on last year’s Challenger finalists EVK Zaibas on Sunday morning. The Lithuanian side progressed with a 21-11 win over Cetus Espoo on Friday. - write a heading and subheadin and re-write an article in 200 words

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Sliema ASC Power Past Cetus Espoo to Stay on Course in Lithuania

Maltese side dominate second half to secure vital 23–14 victory

Sliema ASC produced a commanding performance in Lithuania as they overpowered Finnish side Cetus Espoo 23–14 to keep their Challenger campaign firmly on track. Although the opening two quarters were tightly contested, Sliema shifted into a higher gear after halftime, delivering a dominant second‑half display that left their opponents with no response.

Jayden Cassar led the scoring for the Maltese team with four goals, showcasing sharp finishing and excellent movement. Benjamin Cachia followed closely behind with a well‑taken hat‑trick. Sliema’s strength, however, lay in their collective firepower. Liam Galea, Niccolo Gitto, Elijah Schembri, Aleksandar Ivovic, Jake Cachia, and Julian Chircop all struck twice, underlining the team’s depth in attack. Dino Zammit also added his name to the scoresheet to round off a comprehensive offensive effort.

The victory sets up an enticing showdown on Sunday morning, when Sliema will face last year’s Challenger finalists EVK Zaibas in a battle for top spot. The Lithuanian hosts come into the clash in strong form themselves, having eased past Cetus Espoo with a 21–11 win on Friday.

With momentum on their side, Sliema will be aiming to maintain their sharpness and secure a crucial group‑topping result.

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Sliema ASC Surge Past Cetus Espoo in High‑Scoring Clash

Maltese side dominate second half to seal emphatic 23–14 victory in Lithuania

Sliema ASC delivered a powerful statement of intent in Lithuania as they eased to a 23–14 win over Finnish outfit Cetus Espoo. The match began on relatively even terms, with both teams trading goals throughout the opening two quarters. However, once the second half began, Sliema shifted into a higher gear and took full control of the contest.

Jayden Cassar spearheaded the Maltese attack with an impressive four‑goal performance, while Benjamin Cachia added a well‑earned hat‑trick. Sliema’s strength in depth was evident as several players contributed significantly to the scoring tally. Liam Galea, Niccolo Gitto, Elijah Schembri, Aleksandar Ivovic, Jake Cachia, and Julian Chircop all struck twice, showcasing the team’s balanced offensive threat. Dino Zammit also found the net to round off a dominant display.

The victory places Sliema in a strong position ahead of a crucial showdown on Sunday morning, when they face last year’s Challenger finalists EVK Zaibas in a battle for top spot. The Lithuanian side enter the encounter with confidence of their own, having defeated Cetus Espoo 21–11 on Friday.

With momentum building, Sliema will be aiming to maintain their sharp form and secure a commanding finish to the group stage.

In Slovenia, San Ġiljan were in a class of their own as they overwhelmed Bosnia and Herzegovina side VK Banja Luka. Sliema ASC cruised into the final stages of the European Aquatics Challenger Cup. Sliema and San Ġiljan both cruised into the Top 8 of the European Aquatics Challenger Cup after securing emphatic victories in their opening matches of the second qualifying stage of the continental competition. With two teams from each group progressing to the Top 8, both Sliema and San Ġiljan needed a win to book their place in the final stages of the competition. In Lithuania, Sliema ASC proved too strong for Finnish side Cetus Espoo as they cruised to a 23-14 win. After a rather balanced opening two sessions, Sliema stepped up a gear in the final two quarters, as they completely outplayed their opponents to secure a crucial victory. Jayden Cassar was Sliema’s leading scorer when netting four goals while Benjamin Cachia grabbed a hat-trick. The other scorers for the Blues were Liam Galea, Niccolo Gitto, Elijah Schembri, Aleksandar Ivovic, Jake Cachia, and Julian Chircop, who all netted a brace, while Dino Zammit also put his name on the scoresheet. On Sunday, Sliema will battle for top spot when they take on last year’s Challenger finalists EVK Zaibas on Sunday morning. The Lithuanian side progressed with a 21-11 win over Cetus Espoo on Friday. In Slovenia, San Ġiljan were in a class of their own as they overwhelmed Bosnia and Herzegovina side VK Banja Luka. San Ġiljan are through to the Top Eight of the Challenger Cup. The match turned out to be a no-contest as the Saints raced into a commanding 13-2 win after the opening two sessions, and from then on San Ġiljan kept piling the goals without conceding any. Russell Caruana netted five goals, while Matthew Zammit and Gabriel Bonavia scored four. Alika Naone and Nikolai Zammit grabbed a hat-trick while Nico Schiavone, Shailon Cutajar, and Luigi Dimech grabbed a brace. Darren Zammit and Dean Bugeja netted the other goals for the Malta champions. San Ġiljan will eye top spot when they face Slovenias Branik Maribor on Sunday morning.

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Sliema and San Ġiljan Storm Into Challenger Cup Top 8

Maltese sides deliver dominant displays in Lithuania and Slovenia to seal qualification

Sliema ASC and San Ġiljan both booked their places in the Top 8 of the European Aquatics Challenger Cup after producing emphatic victories in their opening matches of the second qualifying round.

In Lithuania, Sliema ASC overpowered Finnish side Cetus Espoo 23–14. The match was evenly balanced early on, but Sliema shifted into a higher gear after halftime, completely outclassing their opponents in the final two quarters. Jayden Cassar led the scoring with four goals, while Benjamin Cachia added a hat‑trick. Liam Galea, Niccolo Gitto, Elijah Schembri, Aleksandar Ivovic, Jake Cachia, and Julian Chircop all struck twice, with Dino Zammit also finding the net. Sliema now face last year’s finalists EVK Zaibas on Sunday morning in a direct battle for top spot. The Lithuanian hosts enter the clash buoyed by a 21–11 win over Cetus Espoo.

Meanwhile in Slovenia, San Ġiljan were in a league of their own as they dismantled VK Banja Luka. The Saints surged to a commanding 13–2 lead by halftime and continued scoring freely without conceding further. Russell Caruana netted five goals, with Matthew Zammit and Gabriel Bonavia adding four each. San Ġiljan will now target first place when they meet Branik Maribor on Sunday morning.

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San Ġiljan Dominate VK Banja Luka to Secure Challenger Cup Top‑8 Spot

Maltese champions produce ruthless display in Slovenia to seal qualification

San Ġiljan booked their place in the Top 8 of the European Aquatics Challenger Cup with a commanding performance in Slovenia, dismantling Bosnia and Herzegovina side VK Banja Luka in a one‑sided encounter. The Maltese champions were in complete control from the opening sprint, racing to a formidable 13–2 lead by halftime and maintaining their dominance throughout the match.

The Saints’ relentless attacking rhythm and disciplined defensive structure left Banja Luka with no room to respond. Russell Caruana led the charge with an impressive five‑goal haul, while Matthew Zammit and Gabriel Bonavia each struck four times. Alika Naone and Nikolai Zammit added further firepower with a pair of hat‑tricks, underlining San Ġiljan’s depth and efficiency in front of goal.

Nico Schiavone, Shailon Cutajar, and Luigi Dimech all netted braces, while Darren Zammit and Dean Bugeja completed the scoring in what proved to be a comprehensive team performance.

With qualification secured, San Ġiljan now turn their attention to Sunday’s decisive clash against Slovenia’s Branik Maribor, where top spot in the group will be up for grabs. Riding high on confidence, the Saints will be aiming to maintain their momentum and strengthen their position among the tournament’s leading contenders.

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