15 November 2025
BOV Gozo Football League 2nd Division (MD 3) Kercem Stadium
Gharb Rangers FC : 0
Sannat Lions FC : 0
Gharb R:
L. Buttigieg, A. Sultana, S. Sillato, T. Axiak, O. Cremona, K. Hili, W.M. Leal Barnaske, D. Hili, L. Sultana, D. Farrugia, J.G. Vella (S. Gauci 83).
Sannat L:
K. Attard, J. Axiak, D. Galea, P. Said, M. Vella (N. Grima 58), T. Grech, K. Calleja, E. Bennici (C. Buttigieg 58), A Azzopardi, I. Nedeljkovic, C. Gauci (C. Dingli 85).
In the final match from the third round of the BOV Gozo Football League Second Division, promotion challengers Gharb Rangers and Sannat Lions earned a point each in a goalless draw. The result left both teams dissatisfied, as they each missed the chance to go top of the standings on their own with a win.
The importance of the match clearly influenced its dynamics, with both sides playing cautiously throughout the 90 minutes to protect their respective goals. The forwards on each team found little space to create danger and were often erratic in their finishing. Sannat, however, appeared slightly more adventurous over the course of the game, while Gharb goalkeeper Luke Buttigieg emerged as a key player, producing decisive saves to keep his team in the match and preserve the point.
Photo: Anthony Cassar
Timeline
First Half
For long stretches of the first half, play unfolded mostly in midfield, with both defensive lines well-organised and controlling the opposing attackers, resulting in very few goal-scoring chances.
20’ Gharb created a good opening, but Luke Sultana’s effort from a favourable position missed the target.
30’ In Sannat’s reply, a good attempt by Igor Nedeljkovic was neutralised by Gharb goalkeeper Luke Buttigieg.
36’ Buttigieg was alert again, producing an important save on another shot by Nedeljkovic following a personal move.
42’ Gharb threatened once more, but a strike by Wesley Barnaske finished wide.
HT (0–0)
Second Half
The pattern of the match remained largely the same in the second half, although for a period Sannat increased their pressure on the Gharb defence. However, the score remained unchanged.
26’ Sannat came very close to taking the lead when an attempt by Nedeljkovic struck the post.
29’ Gharb keeper Buttigieg produced the best save of the match, turning Paul Said’s effort behind for a corner after a fine solo run.
30’ (Penalty appeals) Sannat appealed for a penalty when Nedeljkovic went down in the box while attempting to dribble past an opponent.
35’ (Penalty appeals) Sannat protested again for a penalty, claiming a Gharb defender had blocked Nedeljkovic’s shot inside the area.
38’ Gharb missed the match’s best chance to win when Barnaske broke through on the right, but his low shot aimed at the far post finished just wide.
FT (GR 0 – SL 0)
Referee: Andrea Naudi
Asst. Referees: David Castillo, Paula Buttigieg
Photo: Anthony Cassar
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