Floriana will be looking to return to winning ways when they face Birkirkara in the Malta Premier League, with the reigning champions aiming to close the gap on the teams above them in the standings.

Floriana have dropped points in their last two league matches, drawing 1-1 against Balzan before surrendering two points in stoppage time against Mosta at the weekend. These consecutive draws have left them in third place with 15 points, and they will be eager to get back to winning ways and maintain their challenge at the top of the table.

Birkirkara, meanwhile, are going through a difficult spell and currently sit eighth with 10 points. The Stripes head into this fixture on the back of two consecutive defeats, having lost to Valletta and Marsaxlokk, and will be hoping to turn their fortunes around against the champions.

Floriana have recorded four victories in their eight league matches this season, while Birkirkara have managed two wins in four matches. The recent head-to-head record also favours Floriana, with Birkirkara having lost three of their last six Malta Premier League meetings against the Greens.

With Floriana keen to end their run of draws and Birkirkara desperate to halt their losing streak, both sides will be aiming to claim a valuable three points in what promises to be an important encounter.