Birkirkara vs Valletta: match statistics
Valletta displays significantly better form and statistics this season. The visitors have a record of 10 wins, 7 draws, and only 3 defeats, while Birkirkara has registered just 6 wins against 10 losses. Valletta is unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws) with points per match at 2.2, whereas the hosts average only 1.2 points per match. A key factor is the visitors' superiority in away matches – 50% Clean Sheets and conceding only 0.5 goals on average per game, while also having an xG of 1.36 compared to the hosts' home xG of 0.92. Additionally, Birkirkara fails to score in 43% of their home games, which, given Valletta's solid defense, gives the visitors a clear advantage. Valletta's recent away form (dwdwwldw) and a goal difference of +8 for both hosts at home and guests away indicate balanced quality, yet the overall statistical edge points towards a Valletta victory.
Birkirkara vs Valletta: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Birkirkara played against Valletta in Maltese Premier League (Malta). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Birkirkara has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Valletta has 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Birkirkara scores 1.15 goals per game and allows 1.25. Valletta scores 1.45 and allows 0.65. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 25% of Birkirkara's games and 40% of Valletta's. The Over 2.5 rates are 40% and 30%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Valletta has the higher season xG average, 1.29 to 0.93 per game. Birkirkara takes 4.7 shots per game, while Valletta takes 8.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Birkirkara leads at halftime in 35% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Valletta leads at halftime in 25% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Birkirkara's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (7 goals). For Valletta, it is minutes 76-90+ (10 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 50% of games, and 47% 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 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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
Valletta displays significantly better form and statistics this season. The visitors have a record of 10 wins, 7 draws, and only 3 defeats, while Birkirkara has registered just 6 wins against 10 losses. Valletta is unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws) with points per match at 2.2, whereas the hosts average only 1.2 points per match. A key factor is the visitors' superiority in away matches – 50% Clean Sheets and conceding only 0.5 goals on average per game, while also having an xG of 1.36 compared to the hosts' home xG of 0.92. Additionally, Birkirkara fails to score in 43% of their home games, which, given Valletta's solid defense, gives the visitors a clear advantage. Valletta's recent away form (dwdwwldw) and a goal difference of +8 for both hosts at home and guests away indicate balanced quality, yet the overall statistical edge points towards a Valletta victory.
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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 | Valletta | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 54% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.20 | 0.15 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.46 | 0.45 |
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.
Valletta is 50% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Birkirkara · 1.8 pts / game - Valletta
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.
Valletta is 26% better for: goals scored per game.
1.15 goals / game - Birkirkara · 1.45 goals / game - Valletta
Valletta is 92% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.25 goals / game - Birkirkara · 0.65 goals / game - Valletta
Birkirkara scores in 55% of games (11 of 20 meczów), while Valletta keeps a clean sheet in 50% (10 of 20 meczów).
Valletta scores in 70% of games (14 of 20 meczów), while Birkirkara keeps a clean sheet in 45% (9 of 20 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 - Valletta
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Birkirkara - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 35% of games and wins 30%. 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.
Valletta - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 100% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +7 |
* 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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +7 - wins late phases.
* 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
Valletta
* 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 | Valletta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.40 | 2.60 | ▼ 2.10 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 25% | 50% | ▼ 40% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 40% | 47% | ▼ 30% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 45% | 29% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | • 70% | 71% | ▼ 45% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 65% | 74% | ▼ 60% |
^ 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 Valletta. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Birkirkara vs Valletta?
The Maltese Premier League match finished Birkirkara 1:0 Valletta. 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 Valletta?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Birkirkara won 0, Valletta won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Birkirkara vs Valletta?
Birkirkara score 1.15 goals per game on average and Valletta 1.45. The Maltese Premier League average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 25% of Birkirkara's matches and 40% of Valletta's.
What form are Birkirkara and Valletta in?
Over the last 5 games Birkirkara have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Valletta 2-3-0 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Birkirkara vs Valletta?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Birkirkara vs Valletta: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.