News Archive

Birkirkara defeated in first match of the new season

In the first match of the Euro Challenge Cup, Birkirkara suffered a 1-3 loss against Sliema W.

Birkirkara FC drawn against Santa Coloma

Today shortly after noon the draws were held for the Champions League for the first qualifying round. As a result of this draw, Birkirkara FC will be facing Santa Coloma, the current champions of Andorra.

President and Vice President to attend Champions League draw

Club President Mr. Karm Galea and Vice President John Borg will be leaving our island to go Nyon in Switzerland to attend the draws of the first qualification round of the UEFA Champions League. The draws will take place at noon on Monday 21 June.

MFA Player of the Year 2009-10

Two Birkirkara FC players, Trevor Cilia and Shaun Bajada were nominated for the MFA Player of the Year award. Trevor and Shaun were two out of the five players that have advanced to the final stage.

Change in Euro Challenge Cup Fixtures

Birkirkara FC's requested a change in fixture for the Euro Challenge Cup match against Valletta, to be played on Wednesday. Seeing there were no objections from either Valletta FC or Sliema Wanderers, this request was approved.

Champions Commemorative Poster

As from today the posters sponsored by Bank of Valletta, that were printed to commemorate the winning of the Premier League 2009-2010 by Birkirkara FC are available from various locations.

Joseph Zerafa extends his contract with the "Stripes"

Today afternoon, the promising youngster Joseph Zerafa has signed a new deal with our Club. The "left back" has extended his contract by another year.

Birkirkara FC in the Euro Challenge Cup

Birkirkara FC will once again be taking part in the Euro Challenge Cup, which will be held next week. The main aim of this Cup is to give the local clubs some match practice, as preparation for their commitments in the UEFA Champions League and Europa Cup, which will start the following week.

Shaun Bajada signs for the 'Stripes'

One of the most technically capable midfielders in Malta, Shaun Bajada, has just put pen to paper and has extended his contract with Birkirkara FC for another two years. This will bring to an end all the rumours and speculations that the Gozitan will join another club.

Third Week of Training

As the third week of training sessions kicks off tonight, Head Coach Paul Zammit has presented the plan for this week. With the Champions League matches on his mind, Paul Zammit wants to get his players back to their maximum fitness as soon as possible.

Andrew Decesare joins Birkirkara FC

The Stripes have opened their acquisition campaign for season 2010-2011 by engaging the services of 26 year old Andrew Decesare. This 'left-back' player joins our Club from Tarxien Rainbows.

Birkirkara FC Annual General Meeting 2009-2010

Birkirkara FC yesterday held its Annual General Meeting for the year 2009-2010. This was attended by a good number of the Club's members. The Club's Secretary, Mr Gilbert Agius presented last year's AGM minutes, and then he presented the Administrative Report, both of which were approved. This was then followed by a presentation of the Financial Report, presented by Assistant Treasurer Josie Licari. This report showed a surplus of income for the season that has just ended. This was received by an applause by all those present. The various section of the Club then presented their reports, all of which were approved.

Pay your membership online

As from today you can start paying your Birkirkara Football Club membership from the comfort of your home, office or wherever you have internet access. Thanks to Bank of Valletta's 24x7 service, you can now pay the annual donation fee of €30 via internet banking. Alternatively you can call Bank of Valletta's customer service centre on 2131 2020 and settle your payment by speaking to one of their representatives.

This Week's Training Sessions

As the first week of training sessions for the new season is over, Head coach Paul Zammit had made his training sessions plan for next week.

Birkirkara FC strongly deplores act of vandalism

Birkirkara FC strongly condem the cowardly act of violence shown towards Trevor Cilia, who had his car vandalised last night. Witnesses heard the person screaming obscenities towards the player and his club, while trashing the car.