BOV Premier League | Hibernians 1 – Naxxar Lions 1

Hibs dropped two important points as they were held in a 1-1 draw by Naxxar Lions.

Hibernians 1 - Naxxar Lions 1
Hibernians 1 - Naxxar Lions 1

Naxxar made a flying start to the match as they went ahead after just seven minutes. Scott James Fenwich received the ball from Duane Bonnici and finished inside the net.

The Paolites equalised on the 26th minute. Clayton Failla sent a shot that hit the woodwork. Rebound fell for Jorge Elias dos Santos who headed home.

On the 76th minute, Naxxar ended up in ten men as Arnaud Mendy was given his marching orders by the referee.

Hibernians starting line-up: Andrew Hogg, Dunstan Vella, Martin Kreuzriegler, Rodolfo Soares, Rui Fernando Da Garcia, Marcelo Dias, Bjorn Kristensen, Clayton Failla, Andrei Agius, Jorge Elias dos Santos, Marco Sahanek

Naxxar Lions starting line-up: Christoph Nicht, Scott Fenwick, Ryan Grech, Daren Falzon, Jurgen Debono, Angus Buhagiar, Daniel Bustos, Ouzin Ndoye, Adrian Cascaval, Arnaud Mendy, Duane Bonnici

Referee: Sandro Spiteri

Assistant Referees: Jurgen Spiteri, William Debattista

Fourth Official: Malcolm Spiteri

BOV Player of the Match: Clayton Failla (Hibs)