Kercem Ajax takes top spot in GFA BOV Gozo First Division
Kercem Ajax FC moved to the top of the GFA BOV Gozo Football League 1st Division standings following a decisive 2-0 victory over Xewkija Tigers FC at the Gozo Stadium on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
The match remained goalless until the final stages, when Andre Gabriel Castro Martins broke the deadlock in the 77th minute. Lorenzo Atzori sealed the win with a second goal in the 93rd minute (90+3), propelling Kercem Ajax into first place. The referee for the match was Vladimir Rizoski.
Qala Saints Edge Xaghra United in Five-Goal Thriller
In the day’s earlier match, Qala Saints FC defeated Xaghra United FC 3-2 in a dramatic encounter. Qala took a commanding lead into halftime with goals from Ibrahim Mohammed (10′, 45+2′) and Junior Adenilson Ferreira Dos Santos (Sergipe) (44′).
Xaghra United mounted a second-half comeback with quick goals from Igor De Jesus De Santana (Jacare’) (50′) and Ibrahim Salis (56′). However, their momentum was halted in the 76th minute when Savio Galea received a red card. Qala held on to secure the three points. Ezekiel Barbara refereed the match.
Current League Standings (as of 18/01/2026):
| Team | P (Played) | PTS (Points) |
|---|---|---|
| Kercem Ajax FC | 8 | 17 |
| Xewkija Tigers FC | 8 | 16 |
| Ghajnsielem FC | 7 | 15 |
| Qala Saints FC | 8 | 13 |
| SK Victoria Wanderers FC | 8 | 9 |
| Nadur Youngsters FC | 7 | 4 |
| Xaghra United FC | 8 | 3 |
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