The Malta Football Association (MFA) has unveiled a robust financial performance for the 2025 fiscal year, posting record-breaking revenues and a significant surplus that signals a successful exit from the financial challenges of the post-pandemic era.

Presented by Treasurer Ivan Mizzi during the Association’s First General Assembly of 2026, the audited accounts reveal a total revenue of €16.3 million—a 26% surge compared to 2024. Despite a busy calendar year that saw expenditure rise to €13.9 million, the MFA concluded the year with a net income balance of nearly €1.2 million.

Key Revenue Drivers

The MFA’s financial upswing was fueled by several high-performing sectors:

• Matchday Receipts: Gate money from international fixtures and a sharp increase in domestic match attendance contributed an additional €680,000 to the coffers.
• Commercial Growth: Television and media rights generated nearly €3 million (18% of total income), while the marketing department secured €780,000 in sponsorships.
• Facilities & Grants: Income from sports facilities surpassed €1 million for the first time. This was bolstered by essential grants, including €2.4 million from FIFA Forward and €1.1 million from UEFA Participation programs.

Strategic Spending in a Landmark Year

The year 2025 was a historic one for the Association, marked by its 125th anniversary and the inauguration of the National Football Centre. While the busy schedule—which included 102 international matches—drove travel and accommodation costs to €2.6 million, the MFA managed to decrease its annual wage bill by €30,000.

At €3.7 million, the Association’s wage spend represents 26.7% of total expenditure, a figure the MFA noted is lower than the average for national associations across Europe.

Reinvesting in the Game

A cornerstone of the 2025 report was the continued investment in local football infrastructure and member support:

• Club Subsidies: €2.1 million was allocated to assist member clubs and associations across all tiers, covering referee fees and pitch leases.
• Infrastructure Maintenance: Over €920,000 was spent on upkeep and greenkeeping, primarily focused on the Ta’ Qali Sports Complex, which hosted over 600 matches during the year.
• Refereeing Standards: Nearly €284,000 was invested in training, including preparations for the implementation of the Football Video Support system.

Eliminating the Deficit

The €1.2 million surplus is a vital component of the MFA’s long-term recovery strategy, directly reducing an accumulated deficit that once stood at €4.4 million.

“The plan constructed two years ago is being actuated, and targets for the 2024 and 2025 financial years have been reached,” stated Ivan Mizzi. He emphasized that a cash-flow budget has been finalized through 2028 to ensure the Association maintains the liquidity necessary to support its members while continuing to chip away at historical debt.

Mizzi concluded by crediting the results to “serious, long-term planning and collective work,” ensuring that the Association’s financial health remains robust without compromising investment in the football pyramid.