Malta host Gibraltar in UEFA Nations League Round 2 on 1 October 2026 at 21:45. Malta opened their campaign with a 2-1 win over Andorra and followed with a 2-0 friendly victory over Liechtenstein. Teddy Teuma and Irvin Cardona are both expected to return to the starting XI after being rested in that friendly. Gibraltar drew 0-0 with Andorra in their opener, creating just 0.28 expected goals in a largely uneventful display. Scott Wiseman's side have lost all three of their latest away matches while failing to score in any of them.
Form and H2H
Malta's home record this season is mixed, with just one victory in their last five games at home. Their away form is stronger, winning 60% of their last five matches on the road. Gibraltar's away attack is in serious trouble, with three consecutive losses and no goals across those three trips. Head-to-head records favour Malta decisively: they won 2-0 in October 2020 and 1-0 in September 2023.
Best Bet
Malta to Win. The hosts' superior quality and Gibraltar's dreadful away record make this the clear pick. Melbet offer 1.29, 1xBet 1.32, and Mostbet 1.25 on the home win. Malta's last two meetings with Gibraltar have both finished 1-0, and a low-scoring victory fits their recent pattern against this opponent.
Odds to Watch
Under 2.5 Goals appeals given Gibraltar's offensive struggles and Malta's tendency toward narrow wins in this fixture. The Double Chance of Malta Win or Draw sits at 1.17 on Melbet for those seeking shorter odds. Alexander Satariano and Kurt Shaw are one yellow card away from suspension for Malta, which could affect team selection and intensity in midfield.
















