Birkirkara vs Marsaxlokk: match statistics
Birkirkara displays impressive home form with a 60% win rate and a remarkable 80% clean sheet record at their own ground, which stands as their primary strength. The hosts boast a 3-1-1 record in their last five home fixtures, conceding on average just 0.4 goals per match. Marsaxlokk has a weaker away record (30% wins, 40% losses) and a negative goal difference on the road (-2). Although the visitors hold slightly better statistics in possession (51% vs 48%) and xG (1.18 vs 0.91), Birkirkara's defensive solidity at home and the psychological edge of playing in front of their own supporters tilt the scales in the hosts' favor. I anticipate a tight encounter with a slight advantage for the home side, who should leverage their home advantage and secure all three points.
Birkirkara vs Marsaxlokk: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Birkirkara played against Marsaxlokk in Maltese Premier League (Malta). The game was played on January 31, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Birkirkara has 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Marsaxlokk has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Birkirkara scores 1.00 goals per game and allows 1.33. Marsaxlokk scores 1.22 and allows 1.11. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 28% of Birkirkara's games and 50% of Marsaxlokk's. The Over 2.5 rates are 39% and 50%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Marsaxlokk has the higher season xG average, 1.12 to 0.93 per game. Birkirkara takes 4.6 shots per game, while Marsaxlokk takes 7.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Birkirkara leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.44 goals per game after halftime. Marsaxlokk leads at halftime in 17% and scores 0.78 after halftime.
When the teams score
Birkirkara's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (5 goals). For Marsaxlokk, it is minutes 61-75 (5 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Maltese Premier League games average 2.60 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Birkirkara displays impressive home form with a 60% win rate and a remarkable 80% clean sheet record at their own ground, which stands as their primary strength. The hosts boast a 3-1-1 record in their last five home fixtures, conceding on average just 0.4 goals per match. Marsaxlokk has a weaker away record (30% wins, 40% losses) and a negative goal difference on the road (-2). Although the visitors hold slightly better statistics in possession (51% vs 48%) and xG (1.18 vs 0.91), Birkirkara's defensive solidity at home and the psychological edge of playing in front of their own supporters tilt the scales in the hosts' favor. I anticipate a tight encounter with a slight advantage for the home side, who should leverage their home advantage and secure all three points.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Birkirkara | Marsaxlokk | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 54% | 45% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.20 | 0.15 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.41 | 0.35 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Marsaxlokk is 133% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Birkirkara · 1.4 pts / game - Marsaxlokk
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Marsaxlokk is 22% better for: goals scored per game.
1 goals / game - Birkirkara · 1.22 goals / game - Marsaxlokk
Marsaxlokk is 20% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.33 goals / game - Birkirkara · 1.11 goals / game - Marsaxlokk
Birkirkara scores in 56% of games (10 of 18 meczów), while Marsaxlokk keeps a clean sheet in 33% (6 of 18 meczów).
Marsaxlokk scores in 72% of games (13 of 18 meczów), while Birkirkara keeps a clean sheet in 44% (8 of 18 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Birkirkara
Over / Under - Marsaxlokk
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Birkirkara is 31% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.39 pts / game - Birkirkara · 1.06 pts / game - Marsaxlokk
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Birkirkara - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 28%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Marsaxlokk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 17% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 1.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (5 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (5 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Birkirkara
Marsaxlokk
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Maltese Premier League).
Teams vs league
| Birkirkara | Liga | Marsaxlokk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.33 | 2.60 | ▼ 2.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 28% | 51% | • 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 39% | 46% | ▲ 50% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 44% | 28% | ▲ 33% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 72% | 70% | ▼ 56% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 61% | 74% | ▲ 78% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Birkirkara's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against Marsaxlokk. Games average 1.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Birkirkara vs Marsaxlokk?
The Maltese Premier League match finished Birkirkara 0:1 Marsaxlokk. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Birkirkara and Marsaxlokk?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Birkirkara won 0, Marsaxlokk won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Birkirkara vs Marsaxlokk?
Birkirkara score 1.00 goals per game on average and Marsaxlokk 1.22. The Maltese Premier League average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 28% of Birkirkara's matches and 50% of Marsaxlokk's.
What form are Birkirkara and Marsaxlokk in?
Over the last 5 games Birkirkara have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Marsaxlokk 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Birkirkara vs Marsaxlokk?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.