Victoria Hotspurs Stun leaders Attard to Shake Up Amateur League Title Race
Victoria Hotspurs moved into third place in the BOV Amateur League I after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over league leaders Attard at the Sirens Stadium on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
The match’s decisive moment came in the 77th minute when
Rondinely found the back of the net to seal all three points for the Gozitan side. The result serves as a major statement of intent for the Hotspurs, who have now positioned themselves as serious contenders for promotion.
Title Race Implications
The win significantly narrows the gap at the top of the table. While
Attard remains in the top spot with 40 points, the Hotspurs now sit just one point behind second-placed Lija Athletic (36 points) and five behind the leaders. Crucially, Victoria Hotspurs possess a game in hand, potentially allowing them to close the gap on
Attard to just two points should they win their outstanding fixture.
BOV Amateur League I Standings
The current standings following the weekend’s action see a tight battle for the top four spots:
| Rank | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Attard | 40 |
| 2 | Lija Athletic | 36 |
| 3 | Victoria Hotspurs | 35 |
| 4 | Qormi | 34 |
| 5 | Mqabba | 30 |
| 6 | Qrendi | 25 |
| 7 | San Gwann | 22 |
| 8 | Zejtun Corinthians | 19 |
| 9 | Pembroke Athleta | 18 |
| 10 | Xghajra Tornados | 18 |
| 11 | Senglea Athletic | 16 |
| 12 | Mellieha | 15 |
| 13 | Kirkop United | 14 |
| 14 | Luqa St. Andrew’s | 14 |
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