Competition: Friendly
Match Date: Saturday, December 26, 2009
Kick-off Time: 14:30-16:30
Location: Rabat Stadium, Mtarfa
Scorers: Adam Smeir (x4)
27 December 2009
22 December 2009
U15 Rabat vs Naxxar 0-7
Competition: Under 15 League Section B
Match Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009
Kick-off Time: n/a
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Yellow Cards
Zammit Andrew
Match Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009
Kick-off Time: n/a
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Zammit Andrew [GK] |
| 2 | Grech Kurt |
| 3 | Azzopardi Brandon |
| 4 | Borg Nathan |
| 15 | Caruana Nicolai |
| 6 | Scicluna Etienne [CAPT] |
| 7 | Buhagiar Ryan |
| 8 | Schembri Chris |
| 9 | Attard Nicolai |
| 10 | Muscat Jamie |
| 11 | Pace David |
Reserves
| 12 | Incarvaja Stefan |
| 13 | Farrugia Kurt |
| 14 | Bezzina Kurt |
| 5 | Micallef Karl |
| 16 | Markham Shaun |
| 17 | Chircop Luke |
| 18 | Camilleri Luke |
Substitutions
| 30' | Micallef Karl | Grech Kurt |
| 42' | Farrugia Kurt | Pace David |
| 42' | Markham Shaun | Buhagiar Ryan |
| 42' | Incarvaja Stefan | Zammit Andrew |
| 50' | Bezzina Kurt | Schembri Chris |
Rabat Yellow Cards
Zammit Andrew
21 December 2009
Birzebbuga Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies is against Birzebbugia on Sunday 3rd January 2010 at 9.00am in Centenary stadium in Ta' Qali. This is the eight match for both teams in the second division league. This season, both teams have alread encountered each other in the Anniversary Cup (View Match Report). Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Anniversary Cup; 09/10; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 1-1 (5-3 pen); Adam Smeir
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 5-1; Emmanuel Muscat (x2), Christopher Schembri, Kayne Said, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 07/08; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 0-2; Jonathan Bezzina, Darren Galea
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 07/08; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 1-1; Clint Micallef
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 06/07; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-1 (aet, 3-4 pen); Kayne Said
Second Division; 06/07; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 2-2; Keith Micallef, Joseph Caruana
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-2; Jonathan Bezzina
Third Division; 05/06; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-1; Adam Smeir
Overall Statisics
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (LLDWL)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Rabat 1-2 (Second Division League)
Gzira vs Rabat 3-1 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Birzebbuga this season (LWDDD)
Lija vs Birzebbuga 1-0 (Anniversary Cup)
Gharghur vs Birzebbuga 1-4 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Mellieha 2-2 (Second Division League)
Lija vs Birzebbuga 0-0 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs St Andrews 2-2 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 11
Total goals scored: 18 (Average 1.64 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 16 (Average 1.45 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 7
Total goals scored: 9 (Average 1.29 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.71 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Anniversary Cup; 09/10; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 1-1 (5-3 pen); Adam Smeir
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 5-1; Emmanuel Muscat (x2), Christopher Schembri, Kayne Said, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 07/08; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 0-2; Jonathan Bezzina, Darren Galea
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 07/08; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 1-1; Clint Micallef
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 06/07; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-1 (aet, 3-4 pen); Kayne Said
Second Division; 06/07; Birzebbuga vs Rabat; 2-2; Keith Micallef, Joseph Caruana
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-2; Jonathan Bezzina
Third Division; 05/06; Rabat vs Birzebbuga; 1-1; Adam Smeir
Overall Statisics
| Rabat | Birzebbuga | |
| Wins | 2 | 3 |
| Draws | 3 | 3 |
| Losts | 3 | 2 |
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (LLDWL)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Rabat 1-2 (Second Division League)
Gzira vs Rabat 3-1 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Birzebbuga this season (LWDDD)
Lija vs Birzebbuga 1-0 (Anniversary Cup)
Gharghur vs Birzebbuga 1-4 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Mellieha 2-2 (Second Division League)
Lija vs Birzebbuga 0-0 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs St Andrews 2-2 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
| Name | Apps | S/C | Y/R | FC | FR |
| Adam Smeir | 11 | 7 | 2/0 | 16 | 21 |
| Alan Zahra | 11 | 0 | 1/0 | 8 | 11 |
| Darren Galea | 11 | 4 | 4/0 | 25 | 14 |
| David Azzopardi | 11 | 0 | 2/0 | 16 | 16 |
| Michael Micallef | 10 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 11 |
| Christopher Schembri | 10 | 2 | 1/0 | 16 | 2 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 10 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Neil Caruana | 10 | 0 | 3/0 | 13 | 10 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 9 | 0 | 4/0 | 9 | 5 |
| Jason Cassar | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 12 | 8 |
| Joseph Caruana | 8 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 9 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 7 | 1 | 1/0 | 17 | 14 |
| Kayne Said | 7 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Adam Wingfield | 6 | 0 | 2/0 | 14 | 13 |
| Ryan Micallef | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dylan Falzon | 4 | 0 | 2/0 | 8 | 3 |
| Carmel Junior Tonna | 4 | 0 | 1/0 | 6 | 5 |
| Luke Portelli | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Franridge Schembri | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jean-Paul Ciantar | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigel Cortis | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 11
Total goals scored: 18 (Average 1.64 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 16 (Average 1.45 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 7
Total goals scored: 9 (Average 1.29 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.71 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
19 December 2009
B&W Magazine Issue 2
Anyone who wants to view the second issue of the B&W Magazine online, check this link.
Please note that the file is large (about 60Megabytes) and so it takes a couple of minutes to open or download. I would recommend to click on the link and click on "Save As.." to download a copy locally and view at your own convenience.
Please note that the file is large (about 60Megabytes) and so it takes a couple of minutes to open or download. I would recommend to click on the link and click on "Save As.." to download a copy locally and view at your own convenience.
13 December 2009
Gzira vs Rabat 3-1
Competition: Second Division League
Match Date: Sunday, December 13, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
Substitutions
Match Report
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Corners
Gzira(3), Rabat (8)
Offsides
Gzira (3), Rabat (4)
Match Date: Sunday, December 13, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
| Fouls Committed | Fouls Received | ||
| 1 | Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Neil Caruana | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Christopher Schembri [CAPT] | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Joseph Caruana | 0 | 3 |
| 8 | Alan Zahra | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Kayne Said (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Adam Smeir | 0 | 2 |
| 11 | Darren Galea | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | Dylan Falzon | 1 | 2 |
| 14 | Michael Micallef (Sub) | 0 | 1 |
| 15 | Adam Wingfield | 3 | 2 |
| 16 | Jean-Paul Ciantar (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Carmel Junior Tonna | 3 | 1 |
| 21 | David Azzopardi | 2 | 3 |
Substitutions
| 39' | Michael Micallef | Adam Wingfield |
| 68' | Jean-Paul Ciantar | Dylan Falzon |
| 74' | Kayne Said | Alan Zahra |
Match Report
| 4' | Adam Smeir sends a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Goalkeeper saves the ball |
| 22' | Gzira send a dangerous throughball. Jonathan Azzopardi punches the ball on the edge of the penalty area to clear away the danger |
| 24' | Alan Zahra is shown the yellow card |
| 31' | Darren Galea gives a nice ball to Adam Smeir. The latter dribbles the goalkeeper but sends the ball wide |
| 35' | First goal of the match. Through a defense mistake, the Gzira striker was alone infront of the goalkeeper and from an easy position he finishes the ball into the net |
| 39' | Rabat are forced to perform their first substitution due to an injury. Michael Micallef enters instead of Adam Wingfield |
| 40' | Adam Smeir from the right-side of the pitch gives a through ball to Michael Micallef. The latter sends a dangerous cross into the penalty area. Darren Galea tries to score the ball with his hand and is shown the yellow card |
| 43' | Gzira perform their first substitution of the match |
| 44' | Gzira send a cross from the right-side of the pitch. A player concludes the ball into the net for the second goal of the match |
| 49' | Adams Smeir takes control of a free-kick. He takes the shot but the ball is easily saved |
| 55' | Carmel Junior Tonna tries a personal shot from outside the penalty area. The ball finishes high on top of the bar |
| 64' | Gzira perform their second substitution of the match |
| 65' | Michael Micallef sends a cross from the right-side of the pitch. The ball is easily anticipated by the Gzira defense |
| 67' | Christopher Schembri takes a free-kick from the center of the pitch. Michael Micallef tries to score from a good position. The goalkeeper saves the ball with difficulty with a sliding tackle |
| 68' | Rabat perform their second substitution of the match. Jean-Paul Ciantar enters instead of Dylan Falzon |
| 70' | A Gzira player came one against one infront of the goalkeeper. He sends the ball into the net for their third goal of the match |
| 72' | Gzira perform their third and last substitution of the match |
| 73' | A Gzira player tries a personal shot from outside the penalty area, but the shot is weak and finishes out of range |
| 74' | Rabat perform their third and last substitution of the match. Kayne Said enters instead of Alan Zahra |
| 79' | A Gzira player came alone infront of the goalkeeper. Christopher Schembri manages to recover in time to clear the ball into a corner-kick |
| 81' | A Gzira player is shown the yellow card |
| 86' | From a good through ball, Darren Galea came alone infront of the goalkeeper, who did not miss to score Rabat's consolation goal |
| 90' | Michael Micallef sends a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Darren Galea finishes with a weak shot |
| 90' | The referee blew the final whistle with a final score of three goals against one |
Rabat Scorers
| 86' | Darren Galea |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 24' | Alan Zahra |
| 40' | Darren Galea |
Corners
Gzira(3), Rabat (8)
Offsides
Gzira (3), Rabat (4)
12 December 2009
U19 Rabat vs Zurrieq 1-0
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009
Kick-off Time: 15:00-17:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Match Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009
Kick-off Time: 15:00-17:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
| 5 | Gauci Shaun |
| 6 | Ciantar Charlot |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 8 | Cortis Stefan |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 11 | Borg Darren |
| 13 | Micallef Karl |
| 14 | Bugeja Tyrone |
| 15 | Cortis Sacha |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Reserves
| 2 | Saliba Michael |
| 3 | Incorvaja Christian |
| 4 | Galea Sandro |
| 9 | Borg Wayne |
| 16 | Schembri Franridge |
Substitutions
| 63' | Borg Darren | Schembri Franridge |
| 75' | Micallef Karl | Incorvaja Christian |
| 86' | Cortis Sacha | Galea Sandro |
Rabat Scorers
| 76' | Schembri Franridge |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 34' | Gauci Keith |
11 December 2009
07 December 2009
Gzira Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies is against Gzira on Sunday 13th December 2009 at 11.00am in Centenary stadium in Ta' Qali. This is the seventh match for both teams in the second division league. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 07/08; Rabat vs Gzira; 2-1; Clint Micallef, Dylan Falzon
Third Division; 05/06; Gzira vs Rabat; 1-4; Joseph Caruana, Darren Galea, Adam Smeir (x2)
Second Division; 04/05; Rabat vs Gzira; 3-3; Darren Galea, Adam Smeir, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 04/05; Gzira vs Rabat; 1-1; William Borg
Overall Statisics
Last five official matches played by Gzira this season (LWWLL)
Gzira vs Lija 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Gzira vs Gharghur 3-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Gzira 1-2 (Second Division League)
Gzira vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Gzira 2-0 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (LLLDW)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Rabat 1-2 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 10
Total goals scored: 17 (Average 1.7 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 13 (Average 1.3 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 6
Total goals scored: 8 (Average 1.33 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 9 (Average 1.13 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second/Third Division Knock-Out; 07/08; Rabat vs Gzira; 2-1; Clint Micallef, Dylan Falzon
Third Division; 05/06; Gzira vs Rabat; 1-4; Joseph Caruana, Darren Galea, Adam Smeir (x2)
Second Division; 04/05; Rabat vs Gzira; 3-3; Darren Galea, Adam Smeir, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 04/05; Gzira vs Rabat; 1-1; William Borg
Overall Statisics
| Gzira | Rabat | |
| Wins | 0 | 2 |
| Draws | 2 | 2 |
| Losts | 2 | 0 |
Last five official matches played by Gzira this season (LWWLL)
Gzira vs Lija 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Gzira vs Gharghur 3-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Gzira 1-2 (Second Division League)
Gzira vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Gzira 2-0 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (LLLDW)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Rabat 1-2 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
| Name | Apps | S/C | Y/R | FC | FR |
| Adam Smeir | 10 | 7 | 2/0 | 16 | 19 |
| Alan Zahra | 10 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| Darren Galea | 10 | 3 | 3/0 | 25 | 14 |
| David Azzopardi | 10 | 0 | 2/0 | 14 | 13 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 9 | 0 | 4/0 | 9 | 5 |
| Michael Micallef | 9 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 10 |
| Christopher Schembri | 9 | 2 | 1/0 | 16 | 2 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 9 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Neil Caruana | 9 | 0 | 3/0 | 13 | 10 |
| Jason Cassar | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 12 | 8 |
| Joseph Caruana | 7 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 6 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 7 | 1 | 1/0 | 17 | 14 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Adam Wingfield | 5 | 0 | 2/0 | 11 | 11 |
| Ryan Micallef | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Luke Portelli | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 3 | 0 | 2/0 | 7 | 1 |
| Carmel Junior Tonna | 3 | 0 | 1/0 | 3 | 4 |
| Franridge Schembri | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jean-Paul Ciantar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigel Cortis | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 10
Total goals scored: 17 (Average 1.7 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 13 (Average 1.3 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 6
Total goals scored: 8 (Average 1.33 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 9 (Average 1.13 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
U15 Birzebbuga vs Rabat 0-3
Competition: Under 15 League Section B
Match Date: Sunday, December 7, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-10:15
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Match Date: Sunday, December 7, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-10:15
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Zammit Andrew [GK] |
| 2 | Saliba John |
| 3 | Buhagiar Ryan |
| 4 | Scicluna Etienne [CAPT] |
| 5 | Caruana Nicolai |
| 6 | Schembri Christian |
| 7 | Muscat Jamie |
| 8 | Gauci Gilbert |
| 9 | Attard Nicolai |
| 10 | Azzopardi Aiden |
| 11 | Micallef Karl |
Reserves
| 12 | Agius Vicenzo |
| 13 | Pace David |
| 14 | Dalli Mark |
| 15 | Chircop Luke |
| 16 | Borg Nathan |
| 17 | Camilleri Luke |
| 18 | Grech Kurt |
Substitutions
| 47' | Borg Nathan | Scicluna Etienne |
| 50' | Dalli Mark | Micallef Karl |
| 55' | Pace David | Gauci Gilbert |
Rabat Scorers
| 46' | Attard Nicolai |
| 58' | Pace David |
| 59' | Dalli Mark |
03 December 2009
U19 Rabat vs Dingli 0-5
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:30-15:30
Venue: St Patrick Stadium, Zabbar
Starting Line Up
Substitutions
Rabat Yellow Cards
Rabat Red Cards
Match Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:30-15:30
Venue: St Patrick Stadium, Zabbar
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Debono Kurt |
| 5 | Gauci Shaun |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 8 | Farrugia Neil |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 11 | Borg Darren |
| 14 | Bugeja Tyrone |
| 15 | Cortis Sacha |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 18 | Micallef Ryan |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Substitutions
| 24' | Debono Kurt | Micallef Karl (13) |
| 45' | Azzopardi David | Galea Sandro (4) |
| 53' | Gauci Keith | Calleja Christian (9) |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 56' | Borg Darren |
| 62' | Vella Daryl |
Rabat Red Cards
| 64' | Farrugia Neil |
| 80' | Calleja Christian |
01 December 2009
25th Anniversary: Rabat Ajax Crowned Maltese Champions
On the occasion of our 25th anniversary of when we won our first Premier League Championship, Mr. Louis Azzopardi has decided to come up with this photo concering the main players who worked hard for Rabat's first title. Of course, under the leadership of Joe Cilia, there were other players who took part every now and then, but the players in the picture were the regular ones. For the record, the other players who made made the squad with minimal appearances were: Galea Raymond, Azzopardi Charles, Busuttil David, Graham Frank, Sammut Charles Spiteri Martin, Mallia Frans.
29 November 2009
Gozo vs Rabat 1-2
Competition: Second Division League
Match Date: Sunday, November 29, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-15:00
Venue: Gozo National Stadium, Rabat, Gozo
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
Substitutions
Match Report
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Corners
Gozo (6), Rabat (8)
Offsides
Gozo (2), Rabat (1)
Match Date: Sunday, November 29, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-15:00
Venue: Gozo National Stadium, Rabat, Gozo
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
| Fouls Committed | Fouls Received | ||
| 1 | Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Neil Caruana | 3 | 2 |
| 3 | Christopher Schembri | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Joseph Caruana | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Alan Zahra (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Adam Smeir | 4 | 3 |
| 11 | Darren Galea | 7 | 0 |
| 13 | Dylan Falzon | 3 | 0 |
| 14 | Michael Micallef (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Adam Wingfield | 2 | 3 |
| 17 | Emmanuel Muscat [CAPT] | 4 | 6 |
| 19 | Carmel Junior Tonna | 1 | 2 |
| 20 | Luke Portelli (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | David Azzopardi | 2 | 3 |
Substitutions
| 60' | Alan Zahra | Adam Wingfield |
| 84' | Michael Micallef | Carmel Junior Tonna |
| 90' | Luke Portelli | Darren Galea |
Match Report
| 5' | A Gozo player is shown the yellow card for a bad tackle |
| 8' | Gozo send a cross from the left-side of the pitch. Jonathan Azzopardi puches the ball to clear away the danger |
| 10' | Gozo are assigned a free-kick on the right side of the pitch. A cross is sent on the left-side of the post. A Gozitan player is left unmarked to head the ball in for the first goal of the match |
| 14' | Gozo send a cross from the right-side of the pitch. No one is in a good position to conclude the ball |
| 15' | Rabat are assigned a corner-kick on the right-side of the pitch. A long corner-kick is taken. Dylan Falzon heads the ball into the middle of the penalty area. Joseph Caruana heads the ball again. The ball hits the bar and continues to the back of the net. This got the result back to an equalizer |
| 25' | Darren Galea passes the ball to Adam Smeir, which in return passes back the ball. Darren Galea concludes the ball and the goalkeeper had to clear the ball into a corner-kick |
| 37' | Emmanuel Muscat passes to Carmel Junior Tonna. The latter sends a cross from the left-side of the pitch into the penalty area, but the ball is unreachable by all players since the cross is a long one |
| 44' | Adam Smeir sends a cross from the left-side of the pitch, but the cross is long for all Rabat players |
| 47' | From outside the penalty area, Adam Smeir takes control of a free-kick. The shot is goodly taken, and the goalkeeper has to make an excellent save to avoid a certain goal |
| 48' | Jonathan Azzopardi is positioned away from the goal line. A Gozo player tries a shot from long distance. The ball hits the bar to leave the result still on equalizer |
| 51' | A cross is sent from the right-side of the pitch. No one heads the ball |
| 52' | Gozo perform the first substitution of the match |
| 54' | Rabat are assigned a free-kick. Christopher Schembri takes charge of the ball. From the shot the goalkeeper punches the ball to avoid more danger |
| 56' | Adam Smeir sends a cross into the penalty area from the right-side of the pitch. Darren Galea is in a good position to conclude, but the shot is badly taken |
| 59' | A Gozo player is shown the yellow card |
| 60' | Rabat peform their first substitution. Alan Zahra enters instead of Adam Wingfield |
| 61' | Alan Zahra tried a personal shot from outside the penalty area. The goalkeeper has to extend himself to save and clear the ball to a corner-kick |
| 65' | Dylan Falzon is shown the yellow card |
| 68' | A Gozo player is shown the yellow card |
| 69' | Rabat are assigned a free-kick. David Azzopardi takes charge of the ball. He sends a cross into the penalty area. The goalkeeper clears the ball. From a difficult position, Christopher Schembri tries a personal shot. The ball finishes back into the net which takes the Rabat side for the first time in this match in advantage |
| 73' | Gozo perform their second substition |
| 76' | A Gozo player tries a personal shot, but the ball finishes out of range |
| 80' | Joseph Caruana gives a good pass into the penalty are to Carmel Junior Tonna. The latter tries a personal shot but the ball finishes onto a defender. Adam Smeir takes control of the ball and tries another shot. The ball is concluded on the right post |
| 80' | A Gozo player is sent for an early shower after being shown the red card. This left his team playing in ten men |
| 84' | Rabat perform their second substitution of the match. Michael Micallef enters instead of Carmel Junior Tonna |
| 88' | Gozo perform their third and last substitution of the match |
| 90' | Rabat perform their third and last substitution of the match. Luke Portelli enters instead of Darren Galea |
| 90' | Joseph Caruana performs an excellent counter attack. He enters into the penalty area with the ball, and after performing a long run, he wastes a golden opportunity. A weak shot is taken, which is easily saved by the goalkeeper. In this occasion, he could have easily passed the ball to Adam Smeir who was alone and more well positioned to score an easy goal |
| 90' | The referee blows the final whistle. The Magpies win the match by an odd goal after a difficult away match |
Rabat Scorers
| 15' | Joseph Caruana |
| 69' | Christopher Schembri |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 65' | Dylan Falzon |
Corners
Gozo (6), Rabat (8)
Offsides
Gozo (2), Rabat (1)
23 November 2009
U15 Rabat vs Melita 1-3
Competition: Under 15 League Section B
Match Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-14:15
Venue: Melita Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Match Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-14:15
Venue: Melita Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Buhagiar Ryan |
| 3 | Azzopardi Brandon |
| 4 | Scicluna Etienne [CAPT] |
| 5 | Caruana Nicolai |
| 6 | Schembri Christian |
| 7 | Saliba John |
| 8 | Muscat Jamie |
| 9 | Attard Nicolai |
| 10 | Azzopardi Aiden |
| 11 | Micallef Karl |
| 12 | Gauci Gilbert [GK] |
Reserves
| 1 | Agius Vicenzo |
| 13 | Borg Nathan |
| 14 | Farrugia Kurt |
| 15 | Chircop Luke |
| 16 | Grech Kurt |
| 17 | Borg Neil |
| 18 | Camilleri Luke |
Substitutions
| 40' | Chircop Luke | Azzopardi Brandon |
| 42' | Borg Nathan | Micallef Karl |
| 45' | Borg Neil | Muscat Jamie |
Rabat Scorers
| 18' | Azzopardi Aiden |
Gozo Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies is against Gozo F.C. on Sunday 29th November 2009 at 1.00pm in Gozo stadium in Gozo. This is the sixth match for both teams in the second division league. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs Gozo; 2-1; Josef Tonna, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 06/07; Gozo vs Rabat; 0-0;
First Division; 02/03; Gozo vs Rabat; 2-3; Christopher Schembri, Joseph Farrugia, Christian Muscat
First Division; 02/03; Rabat vs Gozo; 2-2; William Borg, Emmanuel Muscat
First Division; 01/02; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-0; William Borg
First Division; 01/02; Gozo vs Rabat; 2-1; Michael Micallef
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-1; Cedric Caruana
Premier League; 99/00; Gozo vs Rabat; 0-0;
Premier League; 99/00; Gozo vs Rabat; 1-2; Roderick Asciak, William Borg
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-1; Joseph Craig Schembri
Overall Statisics
This is one of the rare occasions in the local football, where a club can say to play at home or away. In this match, the Magpies will play as visitors for the Gozitan team.
Away Statistics
Last five official matches played by Gozo this season (WLWLL)
Gharghur vs Gozo 0-2 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Mellieha 1-4 (Second Division League)
Marsa vs Gozo 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Lija vs Gozo 2-0 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Gozo 2-1 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (DLLLD)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 9
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 1.67 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.33 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 5
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 1.2 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 8 (Average 1.6 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs Gozo; 2-1; Josef Tonna, Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division; 06/07; Gozo vs Rabat; 0-0;
First Division; 02/03; Gozo vs Rabat; 2-3; Christopher Schembri, Joseph Farrugia, Christian Muscat
First Division; 02/03; Rabat vs Gozo; 2-2; William Borg, Emmanuel Muscat
First Division; 01/02; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-0; William Borg
First Division; 01/02; Gozo vs Rabat; 2-1; Michael Micallef
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-1; Cedric Caruana
Premier League; 99/00; Gozo vs Rabat; 0-0;
Premier League; 99/00; Gozo vs Rabat; 1-2; Roderick Asciak, William Borg
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Gozo; 1-1; Joseph Craig Schembri
Overall Statisics
| Gozo | Rabat | |
| Wins | 1 | 4 |
| Draws | 5 | 5 |
| Losts | 4 | 1 |
This is one of the rare occasions in the local football, where a club can say to play at home or away. In this match, the Magpies will play as visitors for the Gozitan team.
Away Statistics
| Gozo | Rabat | |
| Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Draws | 2 | 2 |
| Losts | 2 | 1 |
Last five official matches played by Gozo this season (WLWLL)
Gharghur vs Gozo 0-2 (Second Division League)
Gozo vs Mellieha 1-4 (Second Division League)
Marsa vs Gozo 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Lija vs Gozo 2-0 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Gozo 2-1 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (DLLLD)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
| Name | Apps | S/C | Y/R | FC | FR |
| Adam Smeir | 9 | 7 | 2/0 | 12 | 16 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 9 | 0 | 4/0 | 9 | 5 |
| Alan Zahra | 9 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| Darren Galea | 9 | 3 | 3/0 | 18 | 14 |
| David Azzopardi | 9 | 0 | 2/0 | 12 | 10 |
| Michael Micallef | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 10 |
| Jason Cassar | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 12 | 8 |
| Christopher Schembri | 8 | 1 | 1/0 | 16 | 2 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 8 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Neil Caruana | 8 | 0 | 3/0 | 10 | 8 |
| Joseph Caruana | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 5 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 6 | 1 | 1/0 | 13 | 8 |
| Ryan Micallef | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Adam Wingfield | 4 | 0 | 2/0 | 9 | 8 |
| Luke Portelli | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Franridge Schembri | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 2 | 0 | 1/0 | 4 | 1 |
| Carmel Junior Tonna | 2 | 0 | 1/0 | 2 | 2 |
| Jean-Paul Ciantar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigel Cortis | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 9
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 1.67 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.33 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 5
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 1.2 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 8 (Average 1.6 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
22 November 2009
Day in Gozo
Please note that the time of the match has been changed. It is going to be played at 1.00pm and not as being shown in the advert below at 3.00pm. As soon as I have more details regarding the new full programme I will update the post.
21 November 2009
Zurrieq vs Rabat 0-0
Competition: Second Division League
Match Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:30-15:30
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
Substitutions
Match Report
Rabat Yellow Cards
Corners
Zurrieq (4), Rabat (7)
Offsides
Zurrieq (4), Rabat (7)
Match Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:30-15:30
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
| Fouls Committed | Fouls Received | ||
| 1 | Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Neil Caruana | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | Christopher Schembri [CAPT] | 4 | 0 |
| 7 | Adrian Mifsud | 3 | 2 |
| 8 | Alan Zahra | 1 | 2 |
| 10 | Adam Smeir | 2 | 2 |
| 11 | Darren Galea | 1 | 2 |
| 13 | Dylan Falzon | 4 | 1 |
| 15 | Adam Wingfield | 3 | 1 |
| 17 | Emmanuel Muscat (Sub) | 2 | 2 |
| 19 | Carmel Junior Tonna | 1 | 2 |
| 20 | Jason Cassar (Sub) | 1 | 0 |
| 21 | David Azzopardi | 1 | 0 |
Substitutions
| 64' | Alan Zahra | Emmanuel Muscat |
| 79' | Carmel Junior Tonna | Jason Cassar |
Match Report
| 1' | Zurrieq send a dangerous cross from the left-side of the pitch but no one concludes the ball |
| 5' | Darren Galea is shown the yellow card for a simulation action to try to win a penalty |
| 13' | A Zurrieq player is shown the yellow card |
| 17' | Zurrieq send another dangerous cross from the left-side of the pitch but no one was in a good position to conclude the ball |
| 31' | Adam Smeir sends a cross from the left-side of the pitch but no one concludes the ball |
| 36' | Adam Smeir enters into the penalty area but concludes the ball onto a defender |
| 37' | Adrian Mifsud shown the yellow card |
| 38' | Alan Zahra sends a cross into the penalty area but goalkeeper saves the ball |
| 39' | Carmel Junior Tonna takes a corner-kick. Christopher Schembri heads the ball and Adam Wingfield takes an excellent overhead kick. Goalkeeper saves the ball into a corner-kick |
| 40' | A Zurrieq player is shown the yellow card |
| 53' | Carmel Junior Tonna tries a personal shot from the left-side of the pitch. The ball was badly taken and finished completely out of range. |
| 54' | From a corner-kick, Adam Smeir heads the ball on top of the bar |
| 60' | Adam Smeir passes the ball over the goalkeeper. A Zurrieq defender cleares the ball just in time before the ball passes the goal line |
| 63' | Adam Smeir tries a personal shot from nearby range. Goalkeeper saves the ball in two attempts. Darren Galea was close to the goalkeeper but did not manage to steal the ball |
| 64' | Rabat perform their first substitution of the match. Emmanuel Muscat enters instead of Alan Zahra |
| 64' | Zurrieq perform their first substitution of the match |
| 69' | David Azzopardi sends a cross into the penalty. Adam Smeir heads the ball out of range |
| 70' | Zurrieq perform a good counter attack. From a good position they finished the ball out of range to leave the result still on stalemate |
| 72' | Carmel Junior Tonna is shown the yellow card, for performing a bad tackle from behind |
| 76' | A Zurrieq player is shown the yellow card for a clear hands-ball |
| 78' | David Azzopardi sends a cross from the left-side of the pitch. Adam Smeir passes the ball with the head to Carmel Junior Tonna. The latter concludes the ball on a Zurrieq player |
| 79' | Rabat perform their second substitution of the match. Jason Cassar enters instead of Carmel Junior Tonna |
| 82' | Neil Caruana is shown the yellow card |
| 83' | Zurrieq perform their second substitution of the match |
| 83' | Jason Cassar tries a personal shot from outside the penalty area. The goalkeeper saves the ball easily |
| 85' | Dylan Falzon is shown the yellow card after a two footed tackle |
| 90' | The referee blows the last whistle of the match to leave both goalkeepers with a clean-sheet and the result on a stalemate |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 5' | Darren Galea |
| 37' | Adrian Mifsud |
| 72' | Carmel Junior Tonna |
| 82' | Neil Caruana |
| 85' | Dylan Falzon |
Corners
Zurrieq (4), Rabat (7)
Offsides
Zurrieq (4), Rabat (7)
U19 Marsaxlokk vs Rabat 3-1
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Sunday, November 15, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Marsaxlokk Stadium, Marsaxlokk
Starting Line Up
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Rabat Red Cards
Match Date: Sunday, November 15, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Marsaxlokk Stadium, Marsaxlokk
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Debono Kurt |
| 5 | Gauci Shaun |
| 6 | Ciantar Charlot |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 13 | Micallef Karl |
| 14 | Bugeja Tyrone |
| 15 | Cortis Sacha |
| 16 | Schembri Franridge |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Substitutions
| 46' | Stefan Cortis (18) | Bugeja Tyrone |
| 58' | Calleja Christian (9) | Micallef Karl |
| 72' | Borge Wayne (3) | Cortis Sacha |
Rabat Scorers
| 83' | Wingfield Dalton (pen) |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 85' | Ciantar Charlot |
| 92' | Ciantar Charlot |
Rabat Red Cards
| 92' | Ciantar Charlot |
U19 Rabat vs Senglea 0-0
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Sunday, November 8, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-11:00
Venue: Marsaxlokk Stadium, Marsaxlokk
Starting Line Up
Substitutions
Match Date: Sunday, November 8, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-11:00
Venue: Marsaxlokk Stadium, Marsaxlokk
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Debono Kurt |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 6 | Ciantar Charlot |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 8 | Farrugia Neil |
| 9 | Calleja Christian |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 13 | Micallef Karl |
| 16 | Schembri Franridge |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Substitutions
| 10' | Cortis Sacha (15) | Farrugia Neil |
| 60' | Borge Wayne (6) | Calleja Christian |
U17 Valletta vs Rabat 7-0
Competition: Under 17 League Section A
Match Date: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Kick-off Time: 16:00-18:00
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Starting Line Up
Substitutions
Rabat Yellow Cards
Rabat Red Cards
Match Date: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Kick-off Time: 16:00-18:00
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Bonello Mario [GK] |
| 2 | Dimech Christopher |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 6 | Ferrante Reuben |
| 7 | Borg Wayne |
| 8 | Cortis Sacha |
| 10 | Cauchi Luke Andrew |
| 11 | Farrugia Brandon |
| 13 | Saliba Michael |
| 16 | Laudi Adrian |
| 17 | Tanti Zachary |
Substitutions
| 46' | Muscat Kurt (15) | Cauchi Luke Andrew |
| 55' | Vella Chris (9) | Ferrante Reuben |
| 74' | Bonavia Jamie (18) | Borg Wayne |
| 74' | Debono Jonathan (14) | Cortis Sacha |
| 78' | Strout Warren (12) | Farrugia Brandon |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 55' | Muscat Kurt |
Rabat Red Cards
| 55' | Stefan Cortis |
U17 San Gwann vs Rabat 3-2
Competition: Under 17 League Section A
Match Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Kick-off Time: 8:30-10:30
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Starting Line Up
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Match Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Kick-off Time: 8:30-10:30
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Bonello Mario [GK] |
| 2 | Dimech Christopher |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 6 | Ferrante Reuben |
| 7 | Borg Wayne |
| 8 | Cortis Sacha |
| 9 | Vella Chris |
| 11 | Farrugia Brandon |
| 14 | Debono Jonathan |
| 15 | Muscat Kurt |
| 17 | Tanti Zachary |
Substitutions
| 51' | Cauchi Luke Andrew (10) | Debono Jonathan |
| 82' | Aquilina Nicolai (4) | Ferrante Reuben |
Rabat Scorers
| 31' | Wayne Borg |
| 41' | Christopher Dimech |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 11' | Mario Bonello |
17 November 2009
Rabat vs Mgarr 4-1
Competition: Friendly
Match Date: Thursday, November 12, 2009
Location: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Scorers: Adam Smeir (x2), Adam Wingfield, Darren Galea
Match Date: Thursday, November 12, 2009
Location: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Scorers: Adam Smeir (x2), Adam Wingfield, Darren Galea
15 November 2009
Zurrieq Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies is against Zurrieq on Saturday 21st November 2009 at 1.30pm in Centenary stadium in Ta' Qali. This is the fifth match for both teams in the second division league. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 2-0; Adam Smeir (x2)
Second Division; 07/08; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-2; Kayne Said, Adam Smeir
Third Division; 05/06; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 0-1; Adam Smeir
Premier League; 99/00; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 2-3; Michael Micallef, Cedric Caruana, Roderick Asciak
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 5-3; Michael Micallef, Vesko Petrovic, Roderick Asciak, Ziya Yildiz, Joe Galea
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 1-3; Joe Galea
Premier League; 99/00; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-1; William Borg
First Division; 97/98; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 3-5; Adrian Mifsud, Kevin Loughborough, Cedric Caruana
First Division; 97/98; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-0;
Last five official matches played by Zurrieq this season (DWLWL)
Zebbug vs Zurrieq 1-1 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Xghajra 1-1; 3-0 pen (Anniversary Cup)
Zurrieq vs St Andrews 1-3 (Second Division League)
Senglea vs Zurrieq 0-3 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Mellieha 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (WDLLL)
Rabat vs Gharghur 4-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 8
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 1.88 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.5 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 4
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 1.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 8 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 2-0; Adam Smeir (x2)
Second Division; 07/08; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-2; Kayne Said, Adam Smeir
Third Division; 05/06; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 0-1; Adam Smeir
Premier League; 99/00; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 2-3; Michael Micallef, Cedric Caruana, Roderick Asciak
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 5-3; Michael Micallef, Vesko Petrovic, Roderick Asciak, Ziya Yildiz, Joe Galea
Premier League; 99/00; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 1-3; Joe Galea
Premier League; 99/00; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-1; William Borg
First Division; 97/98; Rabat vs Zurrieq; 3-5; Adrian Mifsud, Kevin Loughborough, Cedric Caruana
First Division; 97/98; Zurrieq vs Rabat; 1-0;
| Zurrieq | Rabat | |
| Wins | 3 | 5 |
| Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Losts | 5 | 3 |
Last five official matches played by Zurrieq this season (DWLWL)
Zebbug vs Zurrieq 1-1 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Xghajra 1-1; 3-0 pen (Anniversary Cup)
Zurrieq vs St Andrews 1-3 (Second Division League)
Senglea vs Zurrieq 0-3 (Second Division League)
Zurrieq vs Mellieha 1-2 (Anniversary Cup)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (WDLLL)
Rabat vs Gharghur 4-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0 (Second Division League)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
| Name | Apps | S/C | Y/R | FC | FR |
| Adam Smeir | 8 | 7 | 2/0 | 10 | 14 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 8 | 0 | 3/0 | 6 | 3 |
| Alan Zahra | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Darren Galea | 8 | 3 | 2/0 | 17 | 12 |
| David Azzopardi | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 11 | 10 |
| Michael Micallef | 8 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 10 |
| Jason Cassar | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 11 | 8 |
| Christopher Schembri | 7 | 1 | 1/0 | 12 | 2 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 7 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Neil Caruana | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 8 | 4 |
| Joseph Caruana | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 5 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 5 | 1 | 1/0 | 11 | 6 |
| Ryan Micallef | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Adam Wingfield | 3 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 7 |
| Luke Portelli | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Franridge Schembri | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jean-Paul Ciantar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigel Cortis | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carmel Junior Tonna | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 8
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 1.88 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 12 (Average 1.5 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 4
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 1.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 8 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
09 November 2009
U15 Attard vs Rabat 4-3
Competition: Under 15 League Section B
Match Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-14:15
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Match Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009
Kick-off Time: 13:00-14:15
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Zammit Andrew [GK] |
| 2 | Buhagiar Ryan |
| 3 | Azzopardi Brandon |
| 4 | Chircop Luke |
| 5 | Schembri Christian [CAPT] |
| 6 | Gauci Gilbert |
| 7 | Saliba John |
| 8 | Azzopardi Aiden |
| 9 | Attard Nicolai |
| 10 | Schembri Chris |
| 11 | Muscat Jamie |
Reserves
| 12 | Incorvaja Stefan |
| 13 | Camilleri Luke |
| 14 | Grech Kurt |
| 15 | Caruana Nicolai |
| 16 | Farrugia Kurt |
| 17 | Markham Shaun |
| 18 | Micallef Karl |
Substitutions
| Farrugia Kurt | Azzopardi Brandon |
| Caruana Nicolai | Chircop Luke |
Rabat Scorers
| 5' | Scicluna Etienne |
| 20' | Attard Nicolai |
| 29' | Attard Nicolai |
01 November 2009
St Andrews vs Rabat 2-0
Competition: Second Division League
Match Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-11:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
Substitutions
Match Report
Rabat Yellow Cards
Corners
St Andrews (3), Rabat (6)
Offsides
St Andrews (6), Rabat (2)
Match Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-11:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
| Fouls Committed | Fouls Received | ||
| 1 | Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Neil Caruana | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | Christopher Schembri | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | Adrian Mifsud | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Alan Zahra | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Adam Smeir | 2 | 2 |
| 11 | Darren Galea | 3 | 2 |
| 14 | Michael Micallef (Sub) | 0 | 2 |
| 15 | Adam Wingfield | 2 | 4 |
| 17 | Emmanuel Muscat [CAPT] | 1 | 1 |
| 18 | Carmel Junior Tonna | 1 | 0 |
| 19 | Luke Portelli (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | David Azzopardi | 2 | 3 |
| 22 | Franridge Schembri (Sub) | 0 | 0 |
Substitutions
| 75' | Alan Zahra | Michael Micallef |
| 80' | Carmel Junior Tonna | Franridge Schembri |
| 85' | Adam Wingfield | Luke Portelli |
Match Report
| 4' | From outside the penalty area, Emmanuel Muscat shoots a ball high over the bar |
| 6' | Adam Wingfield passes a ball to Christopher Schembri. The latter tries a personal shot but the ball finishes high over the bar |
| 9' | Adrian Mifsud is shown the yellow card |
| 15' | Adam Smeir passes a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Initally no one was in a good position to conclude the ball. Adam Wingfield tries to shoot the ball from an angled position. The ball hits the hand of an opponent but the referee kept the match going for a dubious penalty |
| 16' | The referee gave a free-kick to St Andrews on the left-side of the pitch. A cross was sent into the penalty area, and the ball was headed back into the net for the first goal of the match. No one was marking the player who scored and he had all the time to place the ball in the hardest position for the goalkeeper to save |
| 28' | The Rabat players complained for another dubious hand-ball in the penalty area, but again the referee thought it in another way and left the match going |
| 36' | St Andrews sent a throughball into the penalty area. Jonathan Azzopardi saves the ball just in time with a sliding tackle out of his area to clear off the danger |
| 42' | A St Andrews player sends a dangerous cross in the penalty area from the left-side of the pitch. Rabat defenders manage to control the situation without many problems |
| 45' | Alan Zahra sends a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Adam Smeir heads the ball high over the bar |
| 51' | Emmanuel Muscat sends a cross from the left-side of the pitch. From between two players, Adam Smeir tries an overhead kick but the ball finishes out of range |
| 53' | Alan Zahra sends a cross from the right-side of the pitch but no one concluded the ball |
| 56' | Carmel Junior Tonna dribbles a player on the left-side of the pitch, enters into the penalty area and shoots the ball on the side of the net |
| 60' | A St Andrews player shoots the ball. Goalkeeper saves the ball but does not control the ball well and the Rabat defenders had to clear the ball to avoid any possible further danger |
| 62' | From a long high ball, the Rabat goalkeeper saves a dangerous high ball and leaves a St Andrews player on the floor |
| 63' | St Andrews perform their first substitution of the match |
| 68' | Rabat had their most dangerous scoring opportunity of the whole match. From a close range, Darren Galea hits the ball bad and ball finishes high over the bar |
| 70' | Adam Wingfield is shown the yellow card |
| 70' | From what seemed a simple shot from a long distance free-kick, the Rabat goalkeeper turns the ball into a corner-kick |
| 71' | St Andrews perform their second substitution |
| 75' | Rabat performed their first substitution where Michael Micallef entered instead of Alan Zahra |
| 80' | Rabat performed their second substitution where Franridge Schembri entered instead of Carmel Junior Tonna |
| 81' | St Andrews performed their third and last substitution of the match |
| 85' | Rabat performed their third and last substitution of the match. Luke Portelli entered instead of Adam Wingfield |
| 89' | From a free-kick Neil Caruana heads the ball out |
| 90' | From the right-side of the pitch, a St Andrews player sends a low cross into the penalty area. A player came from behind and concluded the ball into the net. This was the second goal of the match which sealed St Andrews victory |
| 90' | The referee blew the last whistle for a final score of two zero for St Andrews |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 9' | Adrian Mifsud |
| 70' | Adam Wingfield |
Corners
St Andrews (3), Rabat (6)
Offsides
St Andrews (6), Rabat (2)
31 October 2009
U19 St George's vs Rabat 1-5
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Sunday, October25, 2009
Kick-off Time: 12:00-14:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Cortis Sacha
Galea Sandro (x2)
Rabat Red Cards
Galea Sandro
Match Date: Sunday, October25, 2009
Kick-off Time: 12:00-14:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Debono Kurt |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 8 | Farrugia Neil |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 11 | Borg Darren |
| 13 | Micallef Karl |
| 15 | Schembri Franridge |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 18 | Micallef Ryan |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Reserves
| 3 | Borg Wayne |
| 4 | Galea Sandro |
| 6 | Ciantar Charlot |
| 9 | Cortis Sacha |
| 16 | Calleja Christian |
Substitutions
| 50' | Borg Darren | Cortis Sacha |
| 65' | Gauci Keith | Galea Sandro |
| 75 | Micallef Ryan | Borg Wayne |
Rabat Scorers
| 45' | Farrugia Neil |
| 49' | Micallef Ryan |
| 51' | Farrugia Neil |
| 65' | Micallef Ryan |
| 75' | Cortis Sacha |
Rabat Yellow Cards
Cortis Sacha
Galea Sandro (x2)
Rabat Red Cards
Galea Sandro
29 October 2009
U17 Floriana vs Rabat 3-0
Competition: Under 17 League Section A
Match Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009
Kick-off Time: 14:30-16:00
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Yellow Cards
Cortis Sacha
Match Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009
Kick-off Time: 14:30-16:00
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Bonello Mario [GK] |
| 2 | Dimech Christopher |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 6 | Ferrante Reuben |
| 7 | Borg Wayne |
| 8 | Cortis Sacha |
| 9 | Vella Chris |
| 11 | Farrugia Brandon |
| 13 | Saliba Michael |
| 15 | Muscat Kurt |
| 17 | Tanti Zachary |
Reserves
| 3 | Cauchi Luke Andrew |
| 4 | Micallef Keith Josef |
| 10 | Borg Luca |
| 12 | Strout Warren |
| 14 | Camilleri Andy Paul |
| 16 | Laudi Adrian |
| 18 | Bonavia Jamie |
Substitutions
| 62' | Dimech Christopher | Strout Warren |
| 70' | Cortis Stefan | Laudi Adrian |
| 75' | Cortis Sacha | Cauchi Luke Andrew |
Rabat Yellow Cards
Cortis Sacha
U17 Qormi vs Rabat 0-2
Competition: Under 17 League Section A
Match Date: Sunday, October 18, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Muscat Kurt
Match Date: Sunday, October 18, 2009
Kick-off Time: 11:00-13:00
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Bonello Mario [GK] |
| 2 | Dimech Christopher |
| 5 | Cortis Stefan |
| 6 | Ferrante Reuben |
| 8 | Cortis Sacha |
| 9 | Vella Chris |
| 10 | Borg Luca |
| 11 | Farrugia Brandon |
| 13 | Saliba Michael |
| 15 | Muscat Kurt |
| 17 | Tanti Zachary |
Reserves
| 3 | Camilleri Andy Paul |
| 4 | Micallef Keith Josef |
| 7 | Borg Wayne |
| 12 | Strout Warren |
| 14 | Debono Jonathan |
| 16 | Laudi Adrian |
| 18 | Bonavia Jamie |
Substitutions
| 58' | Vella Chris | Borg Wayne |
| 72' | Farrugia Brandon | Laudi Adrian |
| 76' | Cortis Sacha | Bonavia Jamie |
| 78' | Tanti Zachary | Micallef Keith Josef |
| 80' | Dimech Christopher | Camilleri Andy Paul |
Rabat Scorers
| 41' | Ferrante Reuben |
| 65' | Cortis Sacha |
Rabat Yellow Cards
Muscat Kurt
U19 Rabat vs Siggiewi 8-1
Competition: Under 19 League Section C
Match Date: Saturday, October17, 2009
Kick-off Time: 14:00-16:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Ciantor Charlot
Schembri Franridge
Match Date: Saturday, October17, 2009
Kick-off Time: 14:00-16:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Starting Line Up
| 2 | Debono Kurt |
| 5 | Gauci Shaun |
| 6 | Ciantar Charlot |
| 7 | Gauci Keith |
| 8 | Farrugia Neil |
| 10 | Azzopardi David |
| 13 | Micallef Karl |
| 15 | Schembri Franridge |
| 17 | Wingfield Dalton |
| 18 | Micallef Ryan |
| 23 | Vella Daryl [GK] |
Reserves
| 3 | Incorvaia Christian |
| 4 | Galea Sandro |
| 9 | Vassallo Roderick |
| 11 | Borg Darren |
| 14 | Cortis Stefan |
| 16 | Calleja Christian |
Substitutions
| 52' | Azzopardi David | Incorvaia Christian |
| 62' | Wingfield Dalton | Vassallo Roderick |
| 65 | Farrugia Neil | Borg Darren |
Rabat Scorers
| 3' | Micallef Ryan |
| 15' | Micallef Ryan |
| 29' | Wingfield Dalton |
| 44' | Wingfield Dalton |
| 46' | Micallef Ryan |
| 55' | Wingfield Dalton |
| 57' | Schembri Franridge |
| 61' | Micallef Ryan |
Rabat Yellow Cards
Ciantor Charlot
Schembri Franridge
26 October 2009
U15 Rabat vs Tarxien 0-1
Competition: Under 15 League Section B
Match Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-10:15
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
Reserves
Substitutions
Match Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009
Kick-off Time: 9:00-10:15
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Coach
Noel Azzopardi/Kevin Muscat
Starting Line Up
| 1 | Vincenzo Agius [GK] |
| 2 | Luke Camilleri |
| 3 | Azzopardi Brandon |
| 4 | Chircop Luke |
| 5 | Schembri Christian |
| 6 | Etienne Scicluna |
| 7 | Azzopardi Aiden [CAPT] |
| 8 | Saliba John |
| 9 | Attard Nicolai |
| 10 | Muscat Jamie |
| 11 | Gauci Gilbert |
Reserves
| 12 | Zammit Andrew |
| 13 | Caruana Nicolai |
| 14 | Grech Kurt |
| 15 | Markham Shaun |
| 16 | Dalli Mark |
| 17 | Farrugia Kurt |
| 18 | Borg Nathan |
Substitutions
| 40' | Muscat Jamie | Dalli Mark |
| 50' | Saliba John | Caruana Nicolai |
25 October 2009
St Andrews Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies is against St Andrews on Sunday 1st November 2009 at 9.00am in Centenary stadium in Ta' Qali. This is the fourth match for both teams in the second division league. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 07/08; St Andrews vs Rabat; 0-1; Adam Smeir
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs St Andrews; 1-2; Clint Micallef
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs St Andrews; 0-1;
Second Division; 06/07; St Andrews vs Rabat; 0-2; Joseph Caruana, Adam Smeir
Second Division; 04/05; St Andrews vs Rabat; 4-3; Darren Galea (x2), Adam Smeir
Second Division; 04/05; Rabat vs St Andrews; 0-3;
First Division; 01/02; Rabat vs St Andrews; 2-0; Engoya Ulrich, Jonathan Bezzina
First Division; 01/02; St Andrews vs Rabat; 4-4; Engoya Ulrich (x2), Emmanuel Muscat, Christian Muscat
Last five official matches played by St Andrews this season (DWDWW)
Senglea vs St Andrews 1-1 (Second & Third Division Knock-Out)
St Andrews vs Mellieha 3-1 (Second Division League)
Lija vs St Andrews 2-2 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Mgarr 3-1 (Anniversary Cup)
Zurrieq vs St Andrews 1-3 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (DWDLL)
Lija vs Rabat 2-2 (Second & Third Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Gharghur 4-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 21
Total matches played: 7
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 2.14 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 10 (Average 1.43 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 3
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 2.0 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 6 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division; 07/08; St Andrews vs Rabat; 0-1; Adam Smeir
Second Division; 07/08; Rabat vs St Andrews; 1-2; Clint Micallef
Second Division; 06/07; Rabat vs St Andrews; 0-1;
Second Division; 06/07; St Andrews vs Rabat; 0-2; Joseph Caruana, Adam Smeir
Second Division; 04/05; St Andrews vs Rabat; 4-3; Darren Galea (x2), Adam Smeir
Second Division; 04/05; Rabat vs St Andrews; 0-3;
First Division; 01/02; Rabat vs St Andrews; 2-0; Engoya Ulrich, Jonathan Bezzina
First Division; 01/02; St Andrews vs Rabat; 4-4; Engoya Ulrich (x2), Emmanuel Muscat, Christian Muscat
| St Andrews | Rabat | |
| Wins | 4 | 3 |
| Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Losts | 3 | 4 |
Last five official matches played by St Andrews this season (DWDWW)
Senglea vs St Andrews 1-1 (Second & Third Division Knock-Out)
St Andrews vs Mellieha 3-1 (Second Division League)
Lija vs St Andrews 2-2 (Second Division League)
St Andrews vs Mgarr 3-1 (Anniversary Cup)
Zurrieq vs St Andrews 1-3 (Second Division League)
Last five official matches played by Rabat this season (DWDLL)
Lija vs Rabat 2-2 (Second & Third Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Gharghur 4-2 (Second Division League)
Mellieha vs Rabat 2-2 (Second Division League)
Rabat vs Lija 0-2 (Second Division League)
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1; 5-3 pen (Anniversary Cup)
Apps = Season Appearances
S/C = Total Scored/Conceded
Y/R = Total Yellow/Red Cards
FC = Total Fouls Committed (the first two matches of the season are not included)
FR = Total Fouls Received (the first two matches of the season are not included)
| Name | Apps | S/C | Y/R | FC | FR |
| Adam Smeir | 7 | 7 | 1/0 | 7 | 12 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 3 |
| Alan Zahra | 7 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Darren Galea | 7 | 3 | 2/0 | 14 | 10 |
| David Azzopardi | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 9 | 7 |
| Jason Cassar | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 11 | 8 |
| Michael Micallef | 7 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 8 |
| Joseph Caruana | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 5 |
| Christopher Schembri | 6 | 1 | 1/0 | 10 | 2 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Neil Caruana | 6 | 0 | 2/0 | 6 | 2 |
| Ryan Micallef | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 4 | 1 | 1/0 | 10 | 5 |
| Adam Wingfield | 2 | 0 | 1/0 | 4 | 3 |
| Dylan Falzon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Luke Portelli | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jean-Paul Ciantar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigel Cortis | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Franridge Schembri | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 21
Total matches played: 7
Total goals scored: 15 (Average 2.14 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 10 (Average 1.43 goals conceded per match)
League Statistics
Total matches played: 3
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 2.0 goals scored per match)
Total goals conceded: 6 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
If you remember any memorable matches or any other useful information or comments regarding any match between these two teams that you wish to share, post comments below.
17 October 2009
Birzebbuga vs Rabat 1-1 (5-3 pen)
Competition: National League 100 Anniversary Cup
Match Date: Friday, October 16, 2009
Kick-off Time: 18:00-20:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
Substitutions
Match Report
Penalty Shoot-Out
Rabat Scorers
Rabat Yellow Cards
Corners
Birzebbuga (2), Rabat (2)
Offsides
Birzebbuga (5), Rabat (3)
Match Date: Friday, October 16, 2009
Kick-off Time: 18:00-20:00
Venue: Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali
Coach
Michael Molzahn
Line Up
| Fouls Committed | Fouls Received | ||
| 1 | Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Neil Caruana | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | Christopher Schembri | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | Adrian Mifsud | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Alan Zahra | 2 | 0 |
| 9 | Kayne Said (Sub) | 1 | 0 |
| 10 | Adam Smeir | 2 | 2 |
| 11 | Darren Galea | 3 | 1 |
| 14 | Michael Micallef | 2 | 3 |
| 15 | Adam Wingfield | 4 | 3 |
| 17 | Emmanuel Muscat [CAPT] | 2 | 2 |
| 20 | Jason Cassar (Sub) | 2 | 1 |
| 21 | David Azzopardi | 1 | 1 |
Substitutions
| 68' | Adam Wingfield | Jason Cassar |
| 76' | Adrian Mifsud | Kayne Said |
Match Report
| 10' | Michael Micallef sent a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Adam Wingfield was in a good position to conclude the ball, but did not manage to control the ball |
| 23' | Adam Smeir sent a low cross from the left-side of the pitch. Alan Zahra hits the bar from close range |
| 23' | David Azzopardi is shown the yellow card for a late tackle |
| 30' | Adam Smeir passes the ball to Adam Wingfield and shoots the ball with a first timer. Shot finishes completely out of range |
| 34' | A confused action in Birzebbuga penalty area. None of the Rabat players managed to conclude the ball |
| 38' | Michael Micallef takes control of a free-kick assigned on the left-side of the pitch. He sends a cross over Neil Caruana, but he does not manage to head the ball. Birzebbuga defenders clear the ball |
| 41' | Alan Zahra sent a dangerous cross from the right-side of the pitch. Birzebbuga goalkeeper manages to control the ball on the second attempt |
| 45' | From the left-side of the pitch, a Birzebbuga player sent a shot/cross in the area. The ball finishes out for a goal-kick |
| 46' | Alan Zahra sent a high cross from the right-side of the pitch. The goalkeeper saves the ball easily |
| 48' | Birzebbuga sent a good through ball which left the Rabat defenders starring. The shot taken was a central one, and Jonathan Azzopardi easily turned the ball into a corner-kick |
| 49' | From a corner-kick, Birzebbuga head the ball high over the bar |
| 50' | Birzebbuga attempted a shot from out of the area, but the shot was sent well wide |
| 50' | Birzebbuga performed their first substitution of the match |
| 51' | From a passive offside situation which again left the Rabat defenders waiting and staring, a Birzebbuga player shot the ball on the side of the net |
| 56' | Emmanuel Muscat tries a personal shot but the ball finishes high |
| 58' | Adam Wingfield is shown the yellow card for a bad tackle |
| 65' | Michael Micallef sent a cross from the right-side of the pitch. Two players where in a good position to conclude the ball, but both of them wasted this opportunity |
| 65' | A Birzebbuga player managed to dribble two Rabat players and found himself in front of the goalkeeper. He shot the ball on the goalkeeper for an easy save |
| 66' | Adam Smeir did a nice dribbling on the right-side of the pitch and passed the ball to Christopher Schembri. The ball was concluded high |
| 68' | Rabat performed their first substitution of the match. Jason Cassar entered instead of Adam Wingfield |
| 69' | A Birzebbuga player left Neil Caruana running behind him on the left-side of the pitch. The ball was concluded on the right-post to leave the score still on stalemate |
| 73' | From a good position Alan Zahra attempts a shot for the first goal of the match. A Birzebbuga player stopped the ball with his hands and the referee had no other option other than that of assigning the penalty-kick |
| 74' | From the spot Adam Smeir took control of the ball and scored the first goal of the match. He sent the ball on the right while the goalkeeper went on the other side. |
| 76' | Rabat performed their second substitution of the match. Kayne Said entered instead of Adrian Mifsud |
| 77' | Alan Zahra tries an other attempt to score a personal goal. From the stands the impression was that the ball was curving into the top-left corner, but the ball finished out of the post |
| 79' | Jason Cassar sent a long-ball to Kayne Said. The latter controls the ball and passes back to Michael Micallef. He sends a cross into the area, and the goalkeeper had to save the ball from a difficult position |
| 81' | From the left-side of the pitch, Birzebbuga were assigned a free-kick. A low cross was sent into the penalty area. The ball was concluded which passed underneath the goalkeeper to equalize back the result |
| 83' | Birzebbuga performed their second substitution of the match |
| 86' | Emmanuel Muscat tried a personal shot from long distance. The ball was easily saved by the goalkeeper |
| 87' | Birzebbuga performed their third and last substitution of the match |
| 90' | In the last seconds of the match, Birzebbuga sent a low dangerous cross from the left-side of the pitch. No one was available to shoot the ball from an easy position |
| 90' | The referee blow the last whistle for the ninety minutes. Since a winner was required there was no other option but to send the game to the lottery of the penalty shoot-out |
Penalty Shoot-Out
| Birzebbuga (4) | Rabat (2) |
| Scored | Chrsitopher Schembri (Scored) |
| Scored | Kayne Said (Failed) |
| Scored | Emmanuel Muscat (Scored) |
| Scored | Alan Zahra (Failed) |
Rabat Scorers
| 74' | Adam Smeir (pen) |
Rabat Yellow Cards
| 23' | David Azzopardi |
| 58' | Adam Wingfield |
Corners
Birzebbuga (2), Rabat (2)
Offsides
Birzebbuga (5), Rabat (3)
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