MALTA are gearing up for a thrilling Sunday clash against Andorra at the National Stadium, with Emilio De Leo’s men desperate to bounce back and lock down top spot in the group.
The Reds currently sit proudly at the top of the table with 4 points, leaving Gibraltar trailing on two and rivals Andorra stranded on just one. But after Thursday’s crushing late blow against Gibraltar, the island nation is out for blood, ready to turn frustration into outright domination!
DE LEO: NO REGRETS, JUST FIRE!
Gaffer Emilio De Leo didn’t hold back after watching his side drop two crucial points in a match they dominant-packed from start to finish. Speaking at Saturday’s press conference, the fiery boss demanded his stars show up with ruthless killer instinct against Andorra.
It was a disappointing draw… We were too cynical and not concrete enough. We need to take risks, win the 1v1 situations, fill the area, and have the right determination!” – Emilio De Leo
De Leo admitted he’s facing a massive late selection dilemma, with the squad battling fatigue following an intense recovery session. Late fitness tests will decide who gets the nod, but the objective remains crystal clear: NO MERCY.
BONELLO BREAKS SILENCE ON FREAK GOAL
Cruel luck cost Malta all three points on Thursday after a wicked deflection beat star keeper Henry Bonello. The shot-stopper insists the dressing room is burning with frustration—and ready to unleash it on Andorra.
On the freak deflection: “If there was no deflection, it would have gone out… whatever I did, it went the other way.”
On missed chances: “Had we scored all the chances we missed, we would be speaking about a completely different game.”
Battle cry: “Hand on heart, we know that we are the better team… but we have to keep our feet on the ground.”
CAN MALTA FINISH THE JOB?
Everything is on the line at the National Stadium. Andorra are fighting for their lives, but Malta hold all the cards. If De Leo’s boys bring the sharp finishing to match their sheer dominance, expect total carnage on the pitch!
Kick-off is Sunday—don’t miss a single second of the action!
