Mosta vs Tarxien Rainbows: match statistics
Mosta has performed significantly better than Tarxien Rainbows throughout the season, recording four victories compared to just one for the visitors. The hosts hold an advantage in offensive efficiency, averaging 1.27 goals per game at home, while Tarxien manages only 0.92 goals on the road. A key factor is the dreadful form of the visitors, who have lost four of their last five matches and have failed to keep a single clean sheet in away games this season. Tarxien Rainbows also possesses the league's worst away win rate at just 8%, which, combined with a 69% loss rate, makes them a very weak opponent on their travels. Although Mosta's home form is not spectacular with only a 9% win rate, the xG statistics (1.07 vs 1.02) and superior shot conversion (19% vs 13%) work in their favor. The hosts' high draw percentage (45%) suggests a potential share of the spoils, but Mosta's advantage against the weakest away side should be enough to secure a victory.
Mosta vs Tarxien Rainbows: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Mosta played against Tarxien Rainbows in Maltese Premier League (Malta). The game was played on February 18, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Mosta has 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.20 points per game. Tarxien Rainbows has 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses, with 0.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Mosta scores 0.95 goals per game and allows 1.82. Tarxien Rainbows scores 0.77 and allows 1.95. Games in this league average 2.50 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 41% of Mosta's games and 59% of Tarxien Rainbows's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 55%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 44% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Mosta has the higher season xG average, 1.05 to 0.92 per game. Mosta takes 7.0 shots per game, while Tarxien Rainbows takes 6.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Mosta leads at halftime in 9% of its games and scores 0.59 goals per game after halftime. Tarxien Rainbows leads at halftime in 9% and scores 0.50 after halftime.
When the teams score
Mosta's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (6 goals). For Tarxien Rainbows, it is minutes 76-90+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Maltese Premier League games average 2.50 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 44% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.50 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
Mosta has performed significantly better than Tarxien Rainbows throughout the season, recording four victories compared to just one for the visitors. The hosts hold an advantage in offensive efficiency, averaging 1.27 goals per game at home, while Tarxien manages only 0.92 goals on the road. A key factor is the dreadful form of the visitors, who have lost four of their last five matches and have failed to keep a single clean sheet in away games this season. Tarxien Rainbows also possesses the league's worst away win rate at just 8%, which, combined with a 69% loss rate, makes them a very weak opponent on their travels. Although Mosta's home form is not spectacular with only a 9% win rate, the xG statistics (1.07 vs 1.02) and superior shot conversion (19% vs 13%) work in their favor. The hosts' high draw percentage (45%) suggests a potential share of the spoils, but Mosta's advantage against the weakest away side should be enough to secure a 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
| Mosta | Tarxien Rainbows | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 45% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.15 | 0.15 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.33 |
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.
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.
Mosta is 23% better for: goals scored per game.
0.95 goals / game - Mosta · 0.77 goals / game - Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta is 7% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.82 goals / game - Mosta · 1.95 goals / game - Tarxien Rainbows
Mosta scores in 59% of games (13 of 22 meczów), while Tarxien Rainbows keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 22 meczów).
Tarxien Rainbows scores in 59% of games (13 of 22 meczów), while Mosta keeps a clean sheet in 23% (5 of 22 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 - Mosta
Over / Under - Tarxien Rainbows
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.
Mosta is 39% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.82 pts / game - Mosta · 0.59 pts / game - Tarxien Rainbows
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Mosta - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 9% of games and wins 18%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Tarxien Rainbows - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 9% of games and wins 5%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 100% |
| Goal difference | -5 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.20 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 0% | 20% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -6 | -3 |
* 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 46-60 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -7 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -5 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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
Mosta
Tarxien Rainbows
* 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
| Mosta | Liga | Tarxien Rainbows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.77 | 2.50 | ▲ 2.73 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 41% | 48% | ▲ 59% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 45% | 44% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 23% | 31% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 64% | 69% | ▲ 82% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 82% | 73% | ▲ 91% |
^ 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
Away team
Other recorded players
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.
Head-to-head
Record from Mosta's perspective: 1 win, 1 draw and 0 losses against Tarxien Rainbows. Games average 2.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Mosta vs Tarxien Rainbows?
The Maltese Premier League match finished Mosta 0:1 Tarxien Rainbows. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Mosta and Tarxien Rainbows?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Mosta won 1, Tarxien Rainbows won 0 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 2.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Mosta vs Tarxien Rainbows?
Mosta score 0.95 goals per game on average and Tarxien Rainbows 0.77. The Maltese Premier League average is 2.50 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 44% of games. Both teams score in 41% of Mosta's matches and 59% of Tarxien Rainbows's.
What form are Mosta and Tarxien Rainbows in?
Over the last 5 games Mosta have a 0-1-4 record (0.20 points per game) and Tarxien Rainbows 0-1-4 (0.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Mosta vs Tarxien Rainbows?
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.