Hibernians vs Valletta: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Hibernians FC prepare to host Valletta FC on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 16:30, this MALTA: Premier Division, Championship Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Hibernians FC, currently 9th in the standings with 10 points from 8 games, trail the leaders by 10 points. They've earned 7 points from 4 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Valletta FC, sitting 6th with 12 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 7 points from 4 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Hibernians FC and Valletta FC have favored Valletta FC, with Valletta FC claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Floriana FC, Hibernians FC recorded a 1-4 defeat while lining up in a standard formation. Their starting XI featured Branescu, Akinbule, Silas, Attard, Bonnici, Charleston, Diakite, Halabaku, Hernandez, Pedrao, Shaw. The setup focused on maintaining balance across the pitch.

Valletta FC's last outing came against Sliema Wanderers FC, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a standard system. Their starting XI featured Maringa, Adebayo, Azzopardi, Borg, Ellul, Mbende, Mendoza, Radic, Thaylor, Yankam, Yuri. The setup focused on maintaining balance across the pitch.

Looking ahead, Hibernians FC are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Hibernians FC and Valletta FC are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Hibernians FC's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Valletta FC's games average 1.6 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 10% of those matches, alongside 7 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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