Late goals see Xagħra United and Qala Saints share the points
Xagħra United and Qala Saints drew 2–2 at the Gozo Stadium on Friday in a match which produced three goals in the closing stages.
Qala took the lead through Roberto Monteiro Rondinely in the 18th minute and held their advantage until Nicholas Inguanez equalised in the 76th minute.
Ibrahim Salis then put Xagħra ahead in the 80th minute, but their lead lasted just one minute as Kenneth Mercieca struck to earn Qala a point.
The result left Qala second in the GFA BOV Gozo Football League First Division with seven points from four matches, two behind leaders Għajnsielem, who have played a game fewer.
Xagħra remained sixth with four points from four outings, ahead of Sannat Lions, who are still seeking their first points.
Match details
Competition: GFA BOV Gozo Football League First Division, Matchday 5
Date: Friday, 9 October 2026
Venue: Gozo Stadium
Result: Xagħra United 2 Qala Saints 2
Half-time: 0–1
Scorers: Roberto Monteiro Rondinely 18’ (Qala); Nicholas Inguanez 76’, Ibrahim Salis 80’ (Xagħra); Kenneth Mercieca 81’ (Qala).
Referee: Danilo Francalanza.
Standings as at 9 October 2026
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Għajnsielem | 3 | 9 |
| Qala Saints | 4 | 7 |
| Kerċem Ajax | 3 | 6 |
| Xewkija Tigers | 4 | 6 |
| SK Victoria Wanderers | 4 | 6 |
| Xagħra United | 4 | 4 |
| Sannat Lions | 4 | 0 |
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