Naxxar Lions vs Sliema: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Naxxar Lions prepare to host Sliema Wanderers FC on February 14, 2026, with kick-off at 16:30, this MALTA: Premier Division, Championship Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Naxxar Lions, currently 9th in the standings with 6 points from 5 games, are within reach of the top with 7 points behind. They've earned 6 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 12 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Sliema Wanderers FC, sitting 8th with 7 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 4 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Naxxar Lions and Sliema Wanderers FC have favored Sliema Wanderers FC, with Sliema Wanderers FC claiming victory in their most recent clash (4-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Hamrun Spartans, Naxxar Lions recorded a 0-4 defeat while lining up in a standard formation. Their starting XI featured Debono, Costa, Fenech, Felipe, Moura, Iseppe, Letherby, Pahama, Rosiel, Kruger, Vinicius. The setup focused on maintaining balance across the pitch.

Sliema Wanderers FC's last outing came against Mosta, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Agu, Awad, Borg, Djuranovic, Alcino, Montebello, Henrique, Overend, Pisani, Prsa, Thiaguinho. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Looking ahead, Naxxar Lions are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Naxxar Lions and Sliema Wanderers 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 plenty of goals: Naxxar Lions's fixtures have averaged 4 goals per game, with 9 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Sliema Wanderers FC's games average 2 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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