Dwayne Pullicino Makes Senior Debut After 14 Years in Birkirkara System

Birkirkara celebrated a proud moment this week as 18‑year‑old Dwayne Pullicino made his long‑awaited senior debut in the club’s emphatic 5–0 victory over Tarxien Rainbows. Pullicino, who joined the Stripes’ academy at just four years old, finally saw his dream realised as he stepped onto the pitch wearing the senior team colours for the first time.

His introduction marks the culmination of years of dedication, development and commitment within Birkirkara’s youth structure. Coaches and supporters alike have followed his progress closely, and his debut stands as a testament to the club’s continued investment in nurturing homegrown talent.

Pullicino’s appearance in such a convincing win added an extra layer of significance to the occasion, with teammates and staff expressing pride in seeing another academy product reach first‑team level. For the young midfielder, the moment represents both an achievement and the beginning of a new chapter as he aims to establish himself further within the senior squad.

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