Sliema Edge San Ġiljan in Thriller to Move Closer to Semi‑Final Spot
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Sliema ASC took a significant step toward the European Aquatics Challenger Cup semi‑finals after defeating Maltese rivals San Ġiljan in a gripping Top Eight clash in Istanbul. The match swung repeatedly, with both sides exchanging leads, but Sliema held their nerve to claim a crucial victory.
Liam Galea and Niccolò Gitto led the Blues with a hat‑trick each, while Jake Cachia and Dino Zammit added important braces. Despite San Ġiljan’s late surge, inspired by Marko Vavić’s scoring spree, Aleksandar Ivović struck the decisive goal to seal a dramatic win. Sliema now need one more victory to secure a semi‑final berth.
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