Ħamrun Spartans are on the cusp of making Maltese football history. Tonight, at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali, the local champions could become the first Maltese club ever to qualify for the prestigious UEFA Conference League. This is a dream come true for the club’s fans and a landmark moment for the entire country’s football community.
During a press conference, Italian coach Giacomo Modica and Maltese international player Ryan Camenzuli addressed the media, highlighting the significance of the upcoming match against Latvian side RFS.
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A Call for Support: Ryan Camenzuli stressed the importance of fan support, calling this match a new chapter in the history of both the club and Maltese football. He drew a parallel to the team’s playoff match against Partizan Belgrade a few years ago, where they narrowly missed out, emphasizing the need for the crowd to be the 12th man.
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Pitch Controversy: Coach Modica described the match as one of the most important in the history of Maltese football. However, the build-up has been overshadowed by controversy. UEFA denied the club’s request to move the game to the Centenary Stadium due to the poor condition of the National Stadium pitch. Modica expressed his frustration, stating that he believes the club wasn’t given the best conditions to perform, as they must train on a synthetic pitch but play on a natural one.
Despite the challenges, the excitement is palpable as Ħamrun Spartans look to turn this dream into a reality and secure their place in European football history.
