Xaghra United pulled off a stunning 3-1 comeback victory against Nadur Youngsters at the Gozo Stadium on Monday, mathematically confirming Nadur’s relegation from the GFA BOV Gozo Football League 1st Division.

Match Report

The match began in favor of the Youngsters, who took the lead in the 40th minute through Murilo Scarpari. Nadur held that slim advantage into the halftime break, fighting to keep their survival hopes alive.

However, the second half saw a complete shift in momentum. Xaghra United leveled the score in the 52nd minute thanks to Fabian John Xuereb, and just three minutes later, Ibrahim Salis turned the game on its head to make it 2-1.

Nadur’s mountain became even steeper in the 57th minute when Lucas Baretto Da Silva was shown a red card by referee Slobodan Petrovic. Down to ten men, the Youngsters struggled to find an equalizer. Xaghra eventually sealed the result in the 88th minute when Lucas Farrugia netted the third, securing three vital points for his side.

League Impact

The result has major implications for both ends of the table:

• Relegation Confirmed: With only 11 points from 18 matches, Nadur Youngsters are officially relegated to the 2nd Division.
• Survival Race: Xaghra United moves up to 17 points, pulling level with SK Victoria Wanderers and boosting their chances of avoiding the relegation play-off spot.
• Champions Crowned: Kercem Ajax FC remains at the top with 44 points and are the confirmed champions of the 2025/2026 season.

GFA BOV Gozo Football League 1st Division Standings (as of 20/04/2026)