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Gibraltar

vs

Malta

KickoffMonday 16 November 2026, 7:45pm

VenueVictoria Stadium

CompetitionUEFA Nations League

Malta have been the standout side in this League D group, and their form tells you everything you need to know about where the two teams are right now. Emilio De Leo’s men are unbeaten across three Nations League fixtures, picking up seven points and barely breaking a sweat against the group’s other sides. Gibraltar, by contrast, are still searching for their first win of the campaign and head into this final fixture with more questions than answers after a flat performance in Andorra on Friday.

What makes this one interesting is the lack of anything really riding on it. Every team in League D gets bumped up to League C for the 2028-29 edition regardless of where they finish, so the standings are almost academic. Gibraltar could theoretically leapfrog Andorra into second with a win, but whether that fires anyone up is debatable. Malta will want to end the group stage on a high though, and De Leo is expected to ring the changes back in the right direction after rotating his squad heavily in their midweek friendly against Eswatini.

Gibraltar vs Malta Match Details

This UEFA Nations League League D group closer takes place at Europa Point Stadium in Gibraltar, one of the more unusual venues in international football, perched right at the tip of the Rock with views across the strait. It is the final group game for both sides, with Malta already confirmed as group winners and Gibraltar looking to sign off with something to show for the campaign.

Team News

Gibraltar are forced into at least one change from the side that lost to Andorra, and there is genuine doubt over another key player too.

• Tjay De Barr is suspended after picking up a booking against Andorra, ruling him out of this one completely.
• Ethan Jolley is a doubt after being forced off through injury in the 33rd minute on Friday. Louie Annesley is expected to come in.
• Malta are without Alexander Satariano, who serves a one match ban for the final group fixture.
• Teddy Teuma, Ilyas Chouaref and Brandon Paiber are all expected to come back into the Malta starting eleven after being rested in midweek.
• Basil Tuma looks set to be rewarded with a start after coming off the bench to score against Eswatini.

Predicted Lineups

Scott Wiseman does not have too many options at the back given the injury doubt over Jolley, and Annesley looks nailed on to come in. Gibraltar will likely line up in their familiar shape with James Scanlon providing the creative outlet from wide areas and Borge leading the line.

Gibraltar: Hankins; Annesley, Bent, Lopes, Valarino; Pozo, Ronan; Richards, Scanlon, Mason; Borge

For Malta, De Leo is expected to bring back several of his stronger options after the rotation against Eswatini. Teuma pulling the strings in the middle, Chouaref offering pace and directness, and Tuma up front after his goal off the bench gives De Leo a decision to make in attack that is actually a pretty good problem to have.

Malta: Bonello; Lonardelli, Muscat, Shaw, Beerman; Guillaumier, Paiber; Mbong, Teuma, Chouaref; Tuma

Recent Form

Gibraltar went into this Nations League campaign as the underdogs and they have largely performed as expected, though not without the odd bright moment. The goalless draw to open the group against Andorra was a decent enough defensive effort, and earning a 1-1 away to Malta showed some real character, with Scanlon grabbing the equaliser. Friday’s 2-0 defeat in Andorra was the low point though. Conceding twice to a side that is not exactly a powerhouse at this level, with Lopez and Rosas Ubach both finding the net, highlighted some real vulnerabilities in Wiseman’s setup. Without De Barr and potentially Jolley, they face an even tougher task here.

Malta’s Nations League campaign has been genuinely impressive for a side operating at this level. Back to back wins over Andorra, 2-1 and then 1-0, showed both attacking intent and defensive solidity. The 1-1 draw with Gibraltar in the previous meeting between these two showed Malta were capable of letting games get away from them slightly, but seven points from nine is a strong return and De Leo will be pleased with how his players have responded throughout the group.

The one slight concern for Malta fans is Thursday’s friendly against Eswatini, where they could only manage a 1-1 draw against opponents who were reduced to ten men for the majority of the match. That is not a great look, but De Leo’s decision to rotate heavily means the first choice players come into this fresher, and the result itself carries little weight given the circumstances.

Head-to-Head Record

These two sides met just weeks ago in the reverse fixture, and Malta could not quite put Gibraltar away as Scanlon’s equaliser earned Gibraltar a 1-1 draw. That result showed that Gibraltar are capable of making things difficult for Malta, particularly at set pieces and on the counter, and it means De Leo will not be taking this lightly despite the gap in quality between the two squads.

Historically, Malta tend to have the upper hand in this matchup. Gibraltar are still a developing footballing nation and while they have shown genuine progress in recent years, Malta carry more experience and depth at international level. The question is whether the lack of meaningful stakes affects Malta’s performance, and whether Gibraltar at home can replicate what they managed to do in the reverse fixture.

Key Stats

• Malta are unbeaten in their three Nations League fixtures, picking up seven points from a possible nine.
• Gibraltar have just two points from three games, both coming from draws rather than wins.
• Four of the six goals scored in this group so far involving Malta have come in the second half, suggesting De Leo’s side build momentum as games progress.

Gibraltar vs Malta Betting Tips

Malta are the stronger side on paper and their Nations League form backs that up. With key players returning after rotation and Gibraltar missing De Barr through suspension, the visitors look well placed to get the job done. The 1-1 draw in the first meeting shows this will not be a stroll, but Malta should have enough to win, even if Gibraltar make them work for it.

Correct Score Prediction

A 2-1 to Malta feels right here. Gibraltar showed in the reverse fixture that they can score, and Scanlon in particular is a threat, but Malta’s firepower coming back into the side should be enough to edge it. Expect a competitive game that Malta control without ever being entirely comfortable.

Both Teams To Score (BTTS) Prediction

Yes. Gibraltar managed to get on the scoresheet away to Malta in the first meeting, and at home they will carry an extra threat. Malta’s defence, while decent, has conceded in recent games, and with nothing riding on the result for Gibraltar beyond pride, Wiseman’s men will push forward. Both sides finding the net feels likely.

Cards Prediction

Expect a few bookings in this one. Gibraltar will need to be physical and organised to contain Malta’s attacking quality, and with De Barr already missing through suspension, Wiseman’s side cannot afford to be reckless. That said, end of group games with low stakes can get fractious, and over three and a half cards looks a reasonable call with two competitive sides trying to finish on a positive note.

First Goalscorer Prediction

Basil Tuma looks a solid shout to open the scoring. He came off the bench to net against Eswatini and that kind of form at the right time often leads to a starting berth and an early goal. Malta will want to press from the first whistle and Tuma leading the line gives them a physical, direct option that should trouble Gibraltar’s back four early on.

Over and Under Goals Prediction

Over 2.5 goals. The reverse fixture finished 1-1, Andorra scored twice against Gibraltar on Friday, and Malta’s attack has been in decent nick throughout the group. With Malta bringing their stronger options back into the XI and Gibraltar needing to chase the game if they fall behind, the conditions are there for goals at both ends.

Corners Prediction

Over 8.5 corners looks good value. Malta are an attack minded side who will look to dominate territory, force set pieces and get crosses into the box. Gibraltar, pressed back for long periods, will rely on clearing their lines and hitting on the break, which tends to generate corners at both ends. Expect plenty of dead ball situations throughout the ninety minutes.

Bet Builder Tip

Malta winning while both sides score fits the pattern set in the first meeting, and Tuma is in the kind of form that suggests he will make an impact from the first whistle after his goal off the bench in midweek.

Final Match Prediction

Malta are the better side and they will show it here, but Gibraltar are not simply going to roll over. Scanlon is a genuine threat and the home crowd at Europa Point will give Wiseman’s men a lift. The suspended De Barr and the injury doubt over Jolley do weaken Gibraltar though, and Malta’s returning quality makes the difference.

Prediction: Gibraltar 1-2 Malta. A competitive finish to the group, with Malta edging it and signing off with eight points from a strong Nations League campaign.

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