MALTA PREMIER LEAGUE
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Tony Bezzina Stadium
Referee: J. Scerri
Tarxien Rainbows
Match Timeline
Birkirkara
HT
0' 15' 30' 45' 60' 75' 90'
🔄
24'
Y. Mosquera ↔ S. Mizzi
Tarxien Rainbows
🟨
33'
K. Reid
Birkirkara
🔄
46'
F. Lopez ↔ M. Morello
Birkirkara
🟨
53'
A. Valverde
Tarxien Rainbows
🔄
53'
N. Micallef ↔ S. Dimech
Birkirkara
🔄
54'
A. Valverde ↔ Erico Junior
Tarxien Rainbows
🔄
69'
K. Reid ↔ K. Fenech
Birkirkara
🔄
77'
L. Lacunza ↔ Roni Santos
Birkirkara
🔄
77'
F. Sasere ↔ J. Bayo
Birkirkara
🟨
81'
M. Morello
Birkirkara
🔄
85'
M. Musulin ↔ P. Schmidt
Tarxien Rainbows
🔄
85'
L. Borg ↔ M. Grima
Tarxien Rainbows

Predictions & Statistics

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Away Win
Probability 53.1%
Odds -
BTTS
BTTS Yes
Probability 63.7%
Odds -
Over / Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Probability 84.3%
Odds -
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Away Win
53.1%
-
BTTS BTTS Yes
63.7%
-
Over / Under 2.5 Over 2.5
84.3%
-
Probability Distribution
Tarxien Rainbows Win 46.9%
Draw 0%
Birkirkara Win 53.1%
Expected Goals (xG)
Tarxien Rainbows1.08
Birkirkara1.31
Recent Form (Last 5)
Tarxien Rainbows Tarxien Rainbows
WWDLW
30 GF / 57 GA
Birkirkara Birkirkara
WLDWL
29 GF / 38 GA
Key Stats
1
Average Goals Scored
0.91
1.9
Average Goals Conceded
1.19
20
BTTS Yes
7
17
Over 2.5
12
0
Shots on Goal
0

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Tarxien Rainbows Tarxien Rainbows 30 matches
Birkirkara Birkirkara 32 matches
Tarxien Rainbows Statistic Birkirkara
3 Wins 9
9 Draws 9
18 Losses 14
30 Goals For 29
57 Goals Against 38
1 Avg Goals Scored 0.91
1.9 Avg Goals Conceded 1.19
20 BTTS Yes 7
24 Over 1.5 20
17 Over 2.5 12
11 Over 3.5 5
1 Clean Sheets 15
9 Failed To Score 16
0 Shots On Goal 0
0 Total Shots 0
0 Corners 0
0% Ball Possession 0%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

This match looks like a contest between Birkirkara's more proactive style and Tarxien Rainbows's more cautious structure. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The season profile of both teams suggests a matchup where long-term consistency matters, but does not fully remove the possibility of swings in momentum on the day. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected. From a tactical point of view, the game still points toward Birkirkara having the stronger overall control. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Birkirkara. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent.

Tarxien Rainbows Analysis

Tarxien Rainbows come into this match from a strong league position, sitting 5 with 11 points from 14 matches. Across the campaign, they have posted 2 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, while the 11:23 goal ratio supports the view of poor form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on Nhayson (6 goals), M. Musulin (4 goals), K. Donsu (3 goals), and defensively they have been very solid. At home, their split return of 1 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses fits a balanced but draw-heavy split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Stylistically, they usually display a more cautious and defensive approach.

Birkirkara Analysis

Placed 2 with 17 points from 14 outings, Birkirkara continue to operate from a strong competitive position. Across the campaign, they have posted 4 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses, while the 13:12 goal ratio supports the view of poor form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on K. Reid (6 goals), A. Abubakar (4 goals), D. Makoma (4 goals), and defensively they have been very solid. Away from home, their split return of 0 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses fits a balanced but draw-heavy split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Stylistically, they usually display balanced attacking football.

H2H Analysis

Across those 13 head-to-head meetings, Tarxien Rainbows won 0 times, Birkirkara won 12 times, while 1 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 3:36 from Tarxien Rainbows's perspective. 9 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 3 matches, with an average of 3 goals per game.

1X2: Away Win
BTTS: BTTS Yes
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Highest model probability: 12 (100%)
H2H summary: Tarxien Rainbows wins 0, draws 1, Birkirkara wins 12

Lineups

Tarxien Rainbows
Formation
Birkirkara
M. Spiteri
M. Spiteri
A. Valverde
A. Valverde
Wesley Hudson
Wesley Hudson
A. Lokosa
A. Lokosa
Claudio Murici
Claudio Murici
L. Borg
L. Borg
Nhayson
Nhayson
Y. Mosquera
Y. Mosquera
K. Donsu
K. Donsu
M. Musulin
M. Musulin
A. Vella
A. Vella
M. Martinez
M. Martinez
F. Lopez
F. Lopez
F. Sasere
F. Sasere
K. Reid
K. Reid
Macula
Macula
L. Lacunza
L. Lacunza
N. Micallef
N. Micallef
A. Coppola
A. Coppola
G. Acheampong
G. Acheampong
D. Makoma
D. Makoma
A. Garzia
A. Garzia
Tarxien Rainbows 4-4-2 (estimated)
Starting XI
94
M. Spiteri
7
A. Valverde
↓ 54' 🟨 53'
8
Wesley Hudson
9
A. Lokosa
10
Claudio Murici
20
L. Borg
↓ 85'
23
Nhayson
27
Y. Mosquera
↓ 24'
29
K. Donsu
33
M. Musulin
↓ 85'
74
A. Vella
Substitutes
95
A. Vella
4
M. D'Alessandro
11
Erico Junior
↑ 54'
17
N. Bird
18
S. Mizzi
↑ 24'
21
K. Vella
22
M. Aguek
70
P. Schmidt
↑ 85'
77
M. Grima
↑ 85'
88
K. Gatt
99
T. Bird
Birkirkara 4-4-2 (estimated)
Starting XI
1
M. Martinez
2
F. Lopez
↓ 46'
7
F. Sasere
↓ 77'
9
K. Reid
↓ 69' 🟨 33'
11
Macula
24
L. Lacunza
↓ 77'
25
N. Micallef
↓ 53'
27
A. Coppola
33
G. Acheampong
59
D. Makoma
77
A. Garzia
Substitutes
16
D. El Hazawi
19
S. Cortis
3
M. Morello
↑ 46' 🟨 81'
8
L. Delicata
10
S. Dimech
↑ 53'
14
D. Pullicino
17
K. Fenech
↑ 69'
22
J. Busuttil
23
S. Magri
41
Roni Santos
↑ 77'
99
J. Bayo
↑ 77'
Last matches: Tarxien Rainbows
10.05.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
0
2
L
05.05.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
3
2
W
30.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Sliema Wanderers
2
1
W
19.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
3
3
D
14.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hibernians
3
2
W
11.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta
2
2
D
15.03.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
1
1
D
08.03.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Valletta FC
1
3
L
28.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Sliema Wanderers
1
1
D
21.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Naxxar Lions
1
2
L
18.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta
1
0
W
15.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Floriana
0
2
L
07.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hibernians
1
1
D
03.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
5
L
31.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Gzira United
1
2
L
25.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Marsaxlokk
1
2
L
17.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hamrun Spartans
1
2
L
11.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Naxxar Lions
0
1
L
08.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta
2
2
D
19.12.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Gzira United
1
2
L
Last matches: Birkirkara
30.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Mosta
1
1
D
18.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Hibernians
0
0
D
14.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
0
1
L
11.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Zabbar St. Patrick
1
0
W
14.03.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Floriana
2
2
D
08.03.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Hamrun Spartans
0
3
L
01.03.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Naxxar Lions
0
0
D
21.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Zabbar St. Patrick
0
3
L
17.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
1
1
D
14.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Mosta
0
0
D
08.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Valletta FC
1
0
W
03.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
5
0
W
31.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Marsaxlokk
0
1
L
25.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Gzira United
0
2
L
18.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Hibernians
3
0
W
11.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Marsaxlokk
1
2
L
07.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Valletta FC
0
2
L
21.12.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Hamrun Spartans
1
6
L
13.12.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Floriana
0
2
L
23.11.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
1
2
L
H2H: Tarxien Rainbows vs Birkirkara
24.04.26
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
03.02.26
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
5
0
L
28.10.25
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
L
06.03.21
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
3
L
02.12.20
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
3
0
L
13.04.20
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
25.11.19
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
3
0
L
08.03.19
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
2
L
20.10.18
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
2
0
L
16.03.18
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
1
3
L
28.10.17
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
3
1
L
04.03.17
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
1
L
26.11.16
H2H
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
3
1
L
26.08.16
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
L
Last matches: Tarxien Rainbows
30.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Sliema Wanderers
2
1
W
19.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
3
3
D
14.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hibernians
3
2
W
11.04.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta
2
2
D
15.03.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
1
1
D
28.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Sliema Wanderers
1
1
D
21.02.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Naxxar Lions
1
2
L
31.01.26
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Gzira United
1
2
L
02.11.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta
0
1
L
28.10.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
L
02.10.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Marsaxlokk
0
2
L
28.09.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Valletta FC
1
2
L
23.09.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hibernians
1
3
L
20.09.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Zabbar St. Patrick
1
1
D
23.08.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Floriana
0
1
L
17.08.25
Pre
Tarxien Rainbows
Hamrun Spartans
1
1
D
H2H at home: Tarxien Rainbows
24.04.26
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
28.10.25
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
L
06.03.21
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
3
L
13.04.20
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
08.03.19
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
2
L
16.03.18
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
1
3
L
04.03.17
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
1
L
26.08.16
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
L
Last matches: Birkirkara
18.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Hibernians
0
0
D
14.04.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
0
1
L
08.03.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Hamrun Spartans
0
3
L
01.03.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Naxxar Lions
0
0
D
14.02.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Mosta
0
0
D
25.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Gzira United
0
2
L
11.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Marsaxlokk
1
2
L
07.01.26
Pre
Birkirkara
Valletta FC
0
2
L
21.12.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Hamrun Spartans
1
6
L
13.12.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Floriana
0
2
L
23.11.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
1
2
L
28.10.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Tarxien Rainbows
4
0
W
25.10.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Floriana
0
2
L
03.10.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Zabbar St. Patrick
2
0
W
28.09.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Marsaxlokk
0
0
D
16.09.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Sliema Wanderers
2
2
D
13.09.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Hibernians
1
2
L
16.08.25
Pre
Birkirkara
Valletta FC
0
0
D
17.07.25
UEF
Birkirkara
Petrocub
0
3
L
H2H away: Birkirkara
24.04.26
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
28.10.25
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
W
06.03.21
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
3
W
13.04.20
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
0
D
08.03.19
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
2
W
16.03.18
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
1
3
W
04.03.17
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
1
W
26.08.16
H2H
Tarxien Rainbows
Birkirkara
0
4
W

Standings

Premier League , Opening Round
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 11 7 2 2 17:11 6 23
W W W L W
2 11 6 4 1 15:6 9 22
W L L W W
3 11 6 4 1 16:8 8 22
L L W L L
4 11 5 4 2 16:14 2 19
L D D W D
5 11 5 3 3 14:11 3 18
L W W W W
6 11 4 4 3 12:8 4 16
D D D L W
7 11 4 3 4 20:18 2 15
L W D L D
8 11 3 4 4 14:18 -4 13
L D L W L
9 11 3 2 6 13:19 -6 11
W D L D W
10 11 2 4 5 11:14 -3 10
W L W D D
11 11 1 2 8 10:18 -8 5
L L D L D
12 11 1 2 8 8:21 -13 5
L W W D D
Championship round
Relegation Round