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

As Tarxien Rainbows prepare to host Naxxar Lions on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 16:30, this MALTA: Premier Division, Championship Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Tarxien Rainbows, currently 10th in the standings with 4 points from 7 games, trail the leaders by 13 points. They've earned 0 points from 1 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 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Naxxar Lions, sitting 7th with 10 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 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 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Tarxien Rainbows and Naxxar Lions have been competitive, with Naxxar Lions claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Mosta, Tarxien Rainbows recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Cassar, Murici, D'Alessandro, Junior, Grima, Kuku, Lokosa, Panic, Schmidt, Vella, Hudson. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Naxxar Lions's last outing came against Gzira United, where they secured a 4-2 victory using a standard system. Their starting XI featured Debono, Costa, Farias, Fenech, Felipe, Moura, Iseppe, Letherby, Rosiel, Vinicius, Vitinho. The setup focused on maintaining balance across the pitch.

Looking ahead, Tarxien Rainbows are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Tarxien Rainbows and Naxxar Lions 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: Tarxien Rainbows's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Naxxar Lions's games average 4 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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