Slovakia vs Malta
Match Report
Slovakia clinched a narrow 2-1 friendly victory over Malta in Dunajska Streda, with a stunning injury-time winner providing the decisive moment.
Lukáš Haraslín put the hosts ahead early, converting after a neat lay-off from Ondrej Duda in the 9th minute. Malta refused to be overrun, with Joseph Mbong leveling proceedings on 36 minutes thanks to an assist from Zach Muscat. The game looked destined for a draw until substitute Roland Galčík struck deep into added time — the 90+7th minute — to hand Slovakia a dramatic last-gasp win. No red cards marred the affair, though bookings were collected on both sides.
The result gives Slovakia a welcome confidence boost following their recent World Cup playoff elimination by Kosovo. For Malta, there are positives to draw from a spirited display, even if late heartbreak ultimately denied them a share of the spoils.
Match Events
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29'
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51'
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67'
74'
80'
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90+2'
90+4'
90+7'
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59'
67'
74'
80'
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90+2'
90+4'
90+7'
Head to Head
9
Slovakia wins
1
Draws
0
Malta wins
Goals: 29 - 6
