Match Date: Saturday, January 31, 2009, 13:30-15:30
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: Jonathan Azzopardi, Michael Micallef (Darren Galea), Edward Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Lydon Micallef, Joseph Caruana, Keith Micallef (Alan Zahra), Emmanuel Muscat, Vilson Caushi, Adrian Mifsud, Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adrian Mifsud
The result may seem that it was a one-sided match in favour of Vittoriosa. But viewing the match it was completely the opposite. Rabat wasted too many chances which could made the result vice-versa and maybe also larger. This could have been done if Rabat were capable of scoring all the chances created and not wasting them infront of the Vittoriosa goalkeeper.
Vittoriosa went infront early in the match. They scored from a dead-ball situation, a corner-kick in the 13th minute of the first half. Rabat managed too equalise the result in the 64th minute after a nice move from Vilson Caushi who passed a precise ball to Adrian Mifsud, were he then put it in from an easy position. Vittoriosa went again infront in the 76th minute and scored their last goal in the final seconds of the match to seal the result on a final score three goals against one.
31 January 2009
27 January 2009
Vittoriosa Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies in the first division league is against Vittoriosa on Saturday 31st January 2009 at 1.30pm in the Victor Tedesco Stadium in Hamrun. This is the eight match to be played in first division league for both teams. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
First Division Knock-Out (08/09), Rabat vs Vittoriosa: 1-1 Adrian Mifsud
Second Division (04/05), Vittoriosa vs Rabat: 1-5 Joseph Caruana, Adam Smeir, Christian Muscat, Jonathan Bezzina, Michael Micallef
Second Division (04/05), Rabat vs Vittoriosa: 1-2 Michael Micallef
Viewing past statistics between Rabat and Vittoriosa, they have encountered each other in only three confrontations. Two matches resulted in a victory on each side, while the third encounter was played earlier this season (in the first official match of the season) which ended in a draw. Read summary match report here.
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLDLW)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Rabat vs San Gwann 1-2 (League)
Senglea vs Rabat 0-2 (League)
Official matches played by Vittoriosa this season (DLLLWLDDDWWWL)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Vittoriosa vs Dingli 0-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Vittoriosa vs Pieta 1-3 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Vittoriosa 3-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mosta vs Vittoriosa 0-2 (FA Trophy)
Hibernians vs Vittoriosa 3-0 (FA Trophy)
Vittoriosa vs Dingli 1-1 (League)
Mqabba vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (League)
Vittoriosa vs St Patrick 1-1 (League)
San Gwann vs Vittoriosa 1-2 (League)
Vittoriosa vs St George's 3-2 (League)
Senglea vs Vittoriosa 0-1 (League)
Vittoriosa vs Pieta 0-1 (League)
Vittoriosa started their league with a sequence of positive results. These were three consecutive draws and three consecutive wins, resulting in a total of twelve points. They only last their last encounter with a minor result.
On the other side, viewing recent results and performances, Rabat seem to have started to find their best form. They managed to win their first encounter of the season, and also managed to keep the first clean-sheet of the season, which was one of the main point of force during the last season. Credit to the recent performances must be given to the new coach, which was capable of boosting the team and every individual available in the squad. Also, a credit must be given to the recent addition to the squad of the Albanian foreigner, which left a positive impression on his debut with possible margins of improvement when he gets used to his new squad members and to local football style.
From the start of the league, Vittoriosa managed to score a total of nine goals while Rabat scored a total of five goals. Vittoriosa conceded a total of seven goals while Rabat conceded a total of thirteen goals.
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 23
Total matches played: 12
Total goals scored: 8 (Average 0.67 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 2
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded: 22 (Average 1.83 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 7
Total goals scored in league: 5 (Average 0.71 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals conceded in league: 13 (Average 1.86 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
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
First Division Knock-Out (08/09), Rabat vs Vittoriosa: 1-1 Adrian Mifsud
Second Division (04/05), Vittoriosa vs Rabat: 1-5 Joseph Caruana, Adam Smeir, Christian Muscat, Jonathan Bezzina, Michael Micallef
Second Division (04/05), Rabat vs Vittoriosa: 1-2 Michael Micallef
| Rabat | Vittoriosa | |
| Wins | 1 | 1 |
| Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Losts | 1 | 1 |
Viewing past statistics between Rabat and Vittoriosa, they have encountered each other in only three confrontations. Two matches resulted in a victory on each side, while the third encounter was played earlier this season (in the first official match of the season) which ended in a draw. Read summary match report here.
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLDLW)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Rabat vs San Gwann 1-2 (League)
Senglea vs Rabat 0-2 (League)
Official matches played by Vittoriosa this season (DLLLWLDDDWWWL)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Vittoriosa vs Dingli 0-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Vittoriosa vs Pieta 1-3 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Vittoriosa 3-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mosta vs Vittoriosa 0-2 (FA Trophy)
Hibernians vs Vittoriosa 3-0 (FA Trophy)
Vittoriosa vs Dingli 1-1 (League)
Mqabba vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (League)
Vittoriosa vs St Patrick 1-1 (League)
San Gwann vs Vittoriosa 1-2 (League)
Vittoriosa vs St George's 3-2 (League)
Senglea vs Vittoriosa 0-1 (League)
Vittoriosa vs Pieta 0-1 (League)
Vittoriosa started their league with a sequence of positive results. These were three consecutive draws and three consecutive wins, resulting in a total of twelve points. They only last their last encounter with a minor result.
On the other side, viewing recent results and performances, Rabat seem to have started to find their best form. They managed to win their first encounter of the season, and also managed to keep the first clean-sheet of the season, which was one of the main point of force during the last season. Credit to the recent performances must be given to the new coach, which was capable of boosting the team and every individual available in the squad. Also, a credit must be given to the recent addition to the squad of the Albanian foreigner, which left a positive impression on his debut with possible margins of improvement when he gets used to his new squad members and to local football style.
From the start of the league, Vittoriosa managed to score a total of nine goals while Rabat scored a total of five goals. Vittoriosa conceded a total of seven goals while Rabat conceded a total of thirteen goals.
| Name | Appearances | Scored/Conceded |
| Glen Magri | 11 | 0 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 11 | 19 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 11 | 0 |
| Adam Smeir | 11 | 3 |
| Jonathan Bezzina | 11 | 0 |
| Josef Tonna | 11 | 1 |
| Joseph Caruana | 11 | 1 |
| Edward Azzopardi | 10 | 0 |
| Darren Galea | 10 | 0 |
| Lydon Micallef | 9 | 0 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 9 | 2 |
| Christopher Schembri | 9 | 0 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 0 |
| Michael Micallef | 5 | 0 |
| Paolo Ciantar | 5 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 5 | 0 |
| Alan Zahra | 3 | 0 |
| Keith Micallef | 3 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 2 | 3 |
| Neil Caruana | 2 | 0 |
| Dalton Wingfield | 1 | 0 |
| David Azzopardi | 1 | 0 |
| Vilson Caushi | 1 | 1 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 23
Total matches played: 12
Total goals scored: 8 (Average 0.67 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 2
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded: 22 (Average 1.83 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 7
Total goals scored in league: 5 (Average 0.71 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals conceded in league: 13 (Average 1.86 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
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.
24 January 2009
Senglea vs Rabat 0-2
Match Date: Saturday, January 24, 2009, 13:30-15:30
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: Jonathan Azzopardi, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Lydon Micallef, Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Vilson Caushi, Adrian Mifsud (Darren Galea), Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir, Vilson Caushi (pen)
The Magpies registered their first official victory of the season with a final score of two goals to no, and also the first victory for the new coach Charles Borg. This victory removes Rabat from the last place in the league, with hopes of avoiding relegation.
The match was equally balanced between the two teams, with opportunities on both sides. On the Magpies side, there was the debut of the foreigner Vilson Caushi, which in my opinion was the best player on the pitch. He continuously offered precise passing, good vision of the match, and also through balls for the attackers.
Both goals for the Magpies were scored late in the second half. The first goal started from a long pass by Vilson Caushi to Adrian Mifsud, which he then continued to Adam Smeir that he easily scored. The second goal was scored from a penalty-kick, were Adam Smeir was tackled inside the area, leaving the referee with no choice but to order a penalty-kick. This was taken by Vilson Caushi who scored a merited goal on his debut for the Magpies.
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: Jonathan Azzopardi, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Lydon Micallef, Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Vilson Caushi, Adrian Mifsud (Darren Galea), Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir, Vilson Caushi (pen)
The Magpies registered their first official victory of the season with a final score of two goals to no, and also the first victory for the new coach Charles Borg. This victory removes Rabat from the last place in the league, with hopes of avoiding relegation.
The match was equally balanced between the two teams, with opportunities on both sides. On the Magpies side, there was the debut of the foreigner Vilson Caushi, which in my opinion was the best player on the pitch. He continuously offered precise passing, good vision of the match, and also through balls for the attackers.
Both goals for the Magpies were scored late in the second half. The first goal started from a long pass by Vilson Caushi to Adrian Mifsud, which he then continued to Adam Smeir that he easily scored. The second goal was scored from a penalty-kick, were Adam Smeir was tackled inside the area, leaving the referee with no choice but to order a penalty-kick. This was taken by Vilson Caushi who scored a merited goal on his debut for the Magpies.
22 January 2009
Imtarfa vs Rabat 0-1
Match Date: Friday, January 16, 2009, 8:30-10:30
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Who Played: n/a
Rabat Scorers: n/a
Venue: Luxol Stadium, Pembroke
Who Played: n/a
Rabat Scorers: n/a
Rabat vs Kercem 3-1
Match Date: Thursday, January 15, 2009, 8:00-10:00
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Who Played: n/a
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir, Kayne Said,Christopher Schembri
Venue: Mellieha Stadium, Mellieha
Who Played: n/a
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir, Kayne Said,Christopher Schembri
21 January 2009
Senglea Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies in the first division league is against Senglea Saturday 24th January 2009 at 1.30pm in the Victor Tedesco Stadium in Hamrun. This is the seventh match to be played in first division league for both teams. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
First Division (03/04), Senglea vs Rabat: 4-1 Darren Galea
First Division (03/04), Rabat vs Senglea: 1-2 Michael Micallef
First Division (02/03), Rabat vs Senglea: 1-3 William Borg
First Division (02/03), Senglea vs Rabat: 2-1 Emanuel Muscat
Viewing past statistics Rabat and Senglea have encountered each other in only four confrontations. These are all in favour of the Senglea team. In fact they managed to win all direct encounters.
Official matches played by Senglea this season (LWDLLLDLLLL)
St George's vs Senglea 2-3 (St Georges won match 2-0 after protest) (First Division Knock-Out)
San Gwann vs Senglea 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Senglea vs Mosta 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Senglea vs St Patrick 0-4 (First Division Knock-Out)
St Patrick vs Senglea 3-2 (FA Trophy)
St George's vs Senglea 2-0 (League)
Senglea vs Pieta 1-1 (League)
Mosta vs Senglea 1-0 (League)
Senglea vs Mqabba 1-3 (League)
San Gwann vs Senglea 4-2 (League)
Senglea vs Vittoriosa 0-1 (League)
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLDL)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Rabat vs San Gwann 1-2 (League)
These are the two teams that are in the bottom of the league with only one point collected each. Senglea collected their first point in the second match of the tournament while Rabat collected their first point in the fifth match of the tournament.
Senglea managed to score a total of four goals while Rabat scored a total of three goals. Senglea conceded a total of twelve goals while Rabat conceded a total of thirteen goals.
Viewing recent Magpies performances, this should be a good chance for them to acquire the first victory of the season, and leave Senglea alone in the bottom of the league. Added to the Magpies team now there is the new coach Charles Borg which will be guiding them for their second match, and so should have more time to prepare the team under his own tactics. Also, from recent rumors the team seems to have added some new foreigner forces which were quite requested by most of the supporters. These should strengthen the current team organic to provide better performances, obtain more useful results and help avoid relegation.
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 11
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 0.55 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded: 22 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 6
Total goals scored in league: 3 (Average 0.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded in league: 13 (Average 2.17 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
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
First Division (03/04), Senglea vs Rabat: 4-1 Darren Galea
First Division (03/04), Rabat vs Senglea: 1-2 Michael Micallef
First Division (02/03), Rabat vs Senglea: 1-3 William Borg
First Division (02/03), Senglea vs Rabat: 2-1 Emanuel Muscat
| Senglea | Rabat | |
| Wins | 4 | 0 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Losts | 0 | 4 |
Viewing past statistics Rabat and Senglea have encountered each other in only four confrontations. These are all in favour of the Senglea team. In fact they managed to win all direct encounters.
Official matches played by Senglea this season (LWDLLLDLLLL)
St George's vs Senglea 2-3 (St Georges won match 2-0 after protest) (First Division Knock-Out)
San Gwann vs Senglea 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Senglea vs Mosta 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Senglea vs St Patrick 0-4 (First Division Knock-Out)
St Patrick vs Senglea 3-2 (FA Trophy)
St George's vs Senglea 2-0 (League)
Senglea vs Pieta 1-1 (League)
Mosta vs Senglea 1-0 (League)
Senglea vs Mqabba 1-3 (League)
San Gwann vs Senglea 4-2 (League)
Senglea vs Vittoriosa 0-1 (League)
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLDL)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Rabat vs San Gwann 1-2 (League)
These are the two teams that are in the bottom of the league with only one point collected each. Senglea collected their first point in the second match of the tournament while Rabat collected their first point in the fifth match of the tournament.
Senglea managed to score a total of four goals while Rabat scored a total of three goals. Senglea conceded a total of twelve goals while Rabat conceded a total of thirteen goals.
Viewing recent Magpies performances, this should be a good chance for them to acquire the first victory of the season, and leave Senglea alone in the bottom of the league. Added to the Magpies team now there is the new coach Charles Borg which will be guiding them for their second match, and so should have more time to prepare the team under his own tactics. Also, from recent rumors the team seems to have added some new foreigner forces which were quite requested by most of the supporters. These should strengthen the current team organic to provide better performances, obtain more useful results and help avoid relegation.
| Name | Appearances | Scored/Conceded |
| Glen Magri | 11 | 0 |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 10 | 19 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 10 | 0 |
| Adam Smeir | 10 | 2 |
| Jonathan Bezzina | 10 | 0 |
| Josef Tonna | 10 | 1 |
| Joseph Caruana | 10 | 1 |
| Edward Azzopardi | 9 | 0 |
| Darren Galea | 9 | 0 |
| Lydon Micallef | 8 | 0 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 8 | 2 |
| Christopher Schembri | 8 | 0 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 0 |
| Michael Micallef | 5 | 0 |
| Paolo Ciantar | 5 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 5 | 0 |
| Alan Zahra | 3 | 0 |
| Keith Micallef | 3 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 2 | 3 |
| Neil Caruana | 2 | 0 |
| Dalton Wingfield | 1 | 0 |
| David Azzopardi | 1 | 0 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 11
Total goals scored: 6 (Average 0.55 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded: 22 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 6
Total goals scored in league: 3 (Average 0.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 2
Total goals conceded in league: 13 (Average 2.17 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
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.
11 January 2009
Rabat vs San Gwann 1-2
Match Date: Sunday, January 11, 2009, 12:45-14:45
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: James Borg, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Lydon Micallef (Darren Galea), Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Keith Micallef (Glen Magri), Adrian Mifsud, Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adrian Mifsud
San Gwann scored their first half goal in the last minutes of the first half. Rabat managed to equalise the result early in the second half from a nice free-kick by Edward Azzopardi which was headed in by Adrian Mifsud.
Though Rabat where being the better side for most of the time, San Gwann managed to score another goal, which put the final score on the result of 1-2.
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: James Borg, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Lydon Micallef (Darren Galea), Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Keith Micallef (Glen Magri), Adrian Mifsud, Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adrian Mifsud
San Gwann scored their first half goal in the last minutes of the first half. Rabat managed to equalise the result early in the second half from a nice free-kick by Edward Azzopardi which was headed in by Adrian Mifsud.
Though Rabat where being the better side for most of the time, San Gwann managed to score another goal, which put the final score on the result of 1-2.
07 January 2009
San Gwann Statistics
The next official match of the season for the Magpies in the first division league is against San Gwann Sunday 11th January 2009 at 12.45pm in the Victor Tedesco Stadium in Hamrun. This is the sixth match to be played in first division league for both teams. Below are some history results and statistics.
Statistics from season 1997/1998 to date
Second Division (07/08), San Gwann vs Rabat: 1-1 Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division (07/08), Rabat vs San Gwann: 0-1
First Division (03/04), Rabat vs San Gwann: 0-2
First Division (03/04), San Gwann vs Rabat: 0-0
Viewing past statistics Rabat and San Gwann have encountered each other in only four confrontations. Two of these were played last season in the second division league, were both teams managed to achieve promotion. During last season San Gwann were the better side in direct confrontation were they managed to achieve a victory and a draw. Though, viewing the final standings both teams managed to get the same number of points at the end of the league, but San Gwann were rewarded the league title due to direct confrontation and a better goal difference.
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLD)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Official matches played by San Gwann this season (LLDLLDLLLW)
San Gwann vs Mosta 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
San Gwann vs Senglea 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
St George's vs San Gwann 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
St Patrick vs San Gwann 4-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Msida vs San Gwann 3-0 (FA Trophy)
Pieta vs San Gwann 3-3 (League)
San Gwann vs Mosta 0-2 (League)
Mqabba vs San Gwann 2-1 (League)
San Gwann vs Vittoriosa 1-2 (League)
San Gwann vs Senglea 4-2 (League)
Viewing recent results, and considering the fact that both teams have just been promoted they seem that both of them are suffering from lack of experience in a superior division. In fact results show that San Gwann managed to achieve only a single victory till the start of the year and against a team that is to fight to avoid relegation. The victory achieved was in their last match and so should boost their morality. The other positive results for them in the second division league consists in a single draw in their first match.
Rabat on the other hand managed to achieve their first positive result in the first divison league during their last match with a very important draw. Viewing how things were going during last match, this draw is a crucial result for the team which should boost the whole team spirit and morality. If the team repeats the same match played in the second half against Mqabba, with the same spirit and with all eleven players on the pitch, a positive result should be guaranteed. Also, most of the players who played during the last match showed some of their best performances that they used to play with during the last season.
As told in the previous weeks, in recent years a team managed to start the first division in the same way as the Magpies are doing (ie 4 defeats and continued with a draw). The team I am refereing to is Tarxien in season 98/99. On their sixth outcome Tarxien managed to obtain another consecutive draw. It must be noted that though results does not seem so positive, Tarxien still managed to avoid relegation and finish in a 4th position. Will Rabat continue on the same string of results, reach the same standings or be capable of achieving something better throughout the rest of the season?
Players statistics in official matches during this season
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 10
Total goals scored: 5 (Average 0.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 1
Total goals conceded: 20 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 5
Total goals scored in league: 2 (Average 0.4 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 1
Total goals conceded in league: 11 (Average 2.2 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
A final note to the supporters. Though the team is not excelling in its results, their are still a large number of followers that are still following the team through all the ninety minutes and in all possible matches. All supporters attending try to encourage all the squad members during the match with high tension amongst all supporters that follow their local team.
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), San Gwann vs Rabat: 1-1 Jonathan Bezzina
Second Division (07/08), Rabat vs San Gwann: 0-1
First Division (03/04), Rabat vs San Gwann: 0-2
First Division (03/04), San Gwann vs Rabat: 0-0
| Rabat | San Gwann | |
| Wins | 0 | 2 |
| Draws | 2 | 2 |
| Losts | 2 | 0 |
Viewing past statistics Rabat and San Gwann have encountered each other in only four confrontations. Two of these were played last season in the second division league, were both teams managed to achieve promotion. During last season San Gwann were the better side in direct confrontation were they managed to achieve a victory and a draw. Though, viewing the final standings both teams managed to get the same number of points at the end of the league, but San Gwann were rewarded the league title due to direct confrontation and a better goal difference.
Official matches played by Rabat this season (DLDLLLLLLD)
Rabat vs Vittoriosa 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Mqabba vs Rabat 3-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Pieta vs Rabat 0-0 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Dingli 0-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
Rabat vs Hamrun 1-3 (FA Trophy)
St Patrick vs Rabat 1-0 (League)
Rabat vs St George's 1-2 (League)
Pieta vs Rabat 3-0 (League)
Rabat vs Mosta 0-4 (League)
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1 (League)
Official matches played by San Gwann this season (LLDLLDLLLW)
San Gwann vs Mosta 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
San Gwann vs Senglea 1-2 (First Division Knock-Out)
St George's vs San Gwann 1-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
St Patrick vs San Gwann 4-1 (First Division Knock-Out)
Msida vs San Gwann 3-0 (FA Trophy)
Pieta vs San Gwann 3-3 (League)
San Gwann vs Mosta 0-2 (League)
Mqabba vs San Gwann 2-1 (League)
San Gwann vs Vittoriosa 1-2 (League)
San Gwann vs Senglea 4-2 (League)
Viewing recent results, and considering the fact that both teams have just been promoted they seem that both of them are suffering from lack of experience in a superior division. In fact results show that San Gwann managed to achieve only a single victory till the start of the year and against a team that is to fight to avoid relegation. The victory achieved was in their last match and so should boost their morality. The other positive results for them in the second division league consists in a single draw in their first match.
Rabat on the other hand managed to achieve their first positive result in the first divison league during their last match with a very important draw. Viewing how things were going during last match, this draw is a crucial result for the team which should boost the whole team spirit and morality. If the team repeats the same match played in the second half against Mqabba, with the same spirit and with all eleven players on the pitch, a positive result should be guaranteed. Also, most of the players who played during the last match showed some of their best performances that they used to play with during the last season.
As told in the previous weeks, in recent years a team managed to start the first division in the same way as the Magpies are doing (ie 4 defeats and continued with a draw). The team I am refereing to is Tarxien in season 98/99. On their sixth outcome Tarxien managed to obtain another consecutive draw. It must be noted that though results does not seem so positive, Tarxien still managed to avoid relegation and finish in a 4th position. Will Rabat continue on the same string of results, reach the same standings or be capable of achieving something better throughout the rest of the season?
Players statistics in official matches during this season
| Name | Appearances | Scored/Conceded |
| Jonathan Azzopardi [GK] | 10 | 19 |
| Glen Magri | 10 | 0 |
| Emmanuel Muscat | 9 | 0 |
| Adam Smeir | 9 | 2 |
| Jonathan Bezzina | 9 | 0 |
| Josef Tonna | 9 | 1 |
| Joseph Caruana | 9 | 1 |
| Edward Azzopardi | 8 | 0 |
| Darren Galea | 8 | 0 |
| Lydon Micallef | 7 | 0 |
| Adrian Mifsud | 7 | 1 |
| Christopher Schembri | 7 | 0 |
| Kayne Said | 6 | 0 |
| Michael Micallef | 5 | 0 |
| Paolo Ciantar | 5 | 0 |
| Dylan Falzon | 5 | 0 |
| Alan Zahra | 3 | 0 |
| Keith Micallef | 2 | 0 |
| Neil Caruana | 2 | 0 |
| Dalton Wingfield | 1 | 0 |
| David Azzopardi | 1 | 0 |
| James Borg [GK] | 1 | 1 |
Season Statistics
Total players utilized: 22
Total matches played: 10
Total goals scored: 5 (Average 0.5 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from the penalty-spot: 1
Total goals scored from a corner-kick: 1
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 1
Total goals conceded: 20 (Average 2.0 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 7
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1 (another was given but missed)
League Statistics
Total league matches: 5
Total goals scored in league: 2 (Average 0.4 goals scored per match)
Total goals scored from a free-kick: 1
Total goals conceded in league: 11 (Average 2.2 goals conceded per match)
Total goals conceded from a corner-kick: 5
Total goals conceded from the penalty-spot: 1
A final note to the supporters. Though the team is not excelling in its results, their are still a large number of followers that are still following the team through all the ninety minutes and in all possible matches. All supporters attending try to encourage all the squad members during the match with high tension amongst all supporters that follow their local team.
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.
04 January 2009
Mqabba vs Rabat 1-1
Match Date: Sunday, January 4, 2009, 12:45-14:45
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: Jonathan Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Dylan Falzon (Alan Zahra), Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Darren Galea (James Borg), Adrian Mifsud (Glen Magri), Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir
Rabat managed to obtain the first point of the season. This point is more than deserved for the Magpies, after viewing how the match was going.
Rabat had their goaler sent off in the 35th minute of the first half for a late tackle out of his area. Immediately afterwards, a genuine mistake by the Rabat defence resulted in a goal for the Mqabba side. From then onwards the Magpies started their game.
Rabat continued to attack throughout the rest of the match. A large number of occasions were bravely and luckily saved by the Mqabba keeper. In the 85th minute, Rabat were awarded a free-kick. This was bravely taken by Adam Smeir which was scored for a deserved draw.
Rabat could have easily obtained something more from this match. They were the better side for most of the time, even though they played most of the match with a ten men. Well done for all the players who gave their heart for this deserved point. The 2009 seems to have started on a positive note and the future looks bright.
Venue: Victor Tedesco Stadium, Hamrun
Who Played: Jonathan Azzopardi, Jonathan Bezzina, Josef Tonna, Christopher Schembri, Edward Azzopardi, Dylan Falzon (Alan Zahra), Joseph Caruana, Emmanuel Muscat, Darren Galea (James Borg), Adrian Mifsud (Glen Magri), Adam Smeir
Rabat Scorers: Adam Smeir
Rabat managed to obtain the first point of the season. This point is more than deserved for the Magpies, after viewing how the match was going.
Rabat had their goaler sent off in the 35th minute of the first half for a late tackle out of his area. Immediately afterwards, a genuine mistake by the Rabat defence resulted in a goal for the Mqabba side. From then onwards the Magpies started their game.
Rabat continued to attack throughout the rest of the match. A large number of occasions were bravely and luckily saved by the Mqabba keeper. In the 85th minute, Rabat were awarded a free-kick. This was bravely taken by Adam Smeir which was scored for a deserved draw.
Rabat could have easily obtained something more from this match. They were the better side for most of the time, even though they played most of the match with a ten men. Well done for all the players who gave their heart for this deserved point. The 2009 seems to have started on a positive note and the future looks bright.
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