Marsaxlokk defeats Valletta 2-1 to reach top of Malta Premier

Marsaxlokk secured a 2-1 victory over Valletta at the Centenary Stadium, moving to the top of the Malta Premier table with seven points from three matches. Ulises Arias scored both goals for Marsaxlokk, opening the scoring in the 11th minute with a deflected shot and doubling the lead late in the first half after an exchange with Dodo.

Valletta attempted a comeback in the second half, eventually finding a goal in the 84th minute through Roko Prsa. Despite the late pressure, Marsaxlokk maintained their unbeaten start to the season. The win places Marsaxlokk one point ahead of Birkirkara, Floriana, Mosta, and Valletta in the standings.