# Malta Premier League Top Six composition decided

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/malta-premier-league-competition
> Updated: 2026-10-31T08:21:34.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Malta Premier League opening round has concluded, establishing the league’s Top Six and Bottom Six. Valletta finished at the top of the standings with 25 points after a 1:0 derby victory over Floriana, secured by a 61st-minute goal from Roko Prsa.

Hibernians clinched the final Top Six berth with a 2:1 comeback win against Balzan, featuring goals from Romling and a penalty from Mbong. This result left Birkirkara in the Bottom Six following a 2:2 draw against Birżebbuġa St Peter’s. The match at Tony Bezzina Stadium was notable for multiple penalties and several Football Video Support reviews.

The confirmed Top Six teams are Valletta, Sliema Wanderers, Ħamrun Spartans, Marsaxlokk, Floriana, and Hibernians. The Bottom Six consists of Birkirkara, Żabbar St Patrick, Mosta, Balzan, Birżebbuġa St Peter’s, and Gżira United. Other recent results included a 5:0 win for Żabbar St Patrick against Mosta and a 1:1 draw between Sliema Wanderers and Ħamrun Spartans.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Malta Premier: Valletta tops standings as Top Six is decided

Valletta finished the Malta Premier Opening Round at the top of the table after defeating Floriana, while Hibernians secured the final Top Six spot.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hibernians-secure-top-six-spot-in-malta-premier-league

### 2026-10-16: Malta Premier League: Valletta regains leadership as Marsaxlokk chases top spot

Valletta has reclaimed sole leadership of the Malta Premier League following a 2-1 stoppage-time win over Sliema Wanderers, while Marsaxlokk seeks to climb to the top against Birkirkara.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malta-premier-league-valletta-regains-leadership-as-marsaxlokk-chases-top-spot

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Cite as: Malta Premier League Top Six composition decided. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/malta-premier-league-competition
