Malta Name 34‑Man Provisional Squad for June Friendlies

Malta national team coach Emilio De Leo has unveiled a 34‑man provisional squad for the upcoming friendlies against Slovakia and Azerbaijan, crucial fixtures as preparations continue for the UEFA Nations League. The squad features a mix of established names, returning players, and several first‑time call‑ups rewarded for standout club performances.

Goalkeepers: Henry Bonello, Rashed Al Tumi, James Sissons, Matthias Debono.

Defenders: Zach Muscat, Juan Carlos Corbalan, Kurt Shaw, Enrico Pepe, Jean Borg, Jake Vassallo, Kean Scicluna, Gabriel Mentz, Aleandro Garzia, Myles Beerman, Carlo Zammit Lonardelli.

Midfielders: Matthew Guillaumier, Brandon Paiber, Alexander Satariano, Jake Azzopardi, Matías García, Teddy Teuma, Adam Magri Overend, Jake Grech.

Forwards: Joseph Mbong, Paul Mbong, Ilyas Chouaref, Luke Borg, Irvin Cardona, Nicholas Agius, Basil Tuma, Kevin Cannavò, Nevin Portelli, Keyon Ewurum, Andrea Zammit.

Notable newcomers include Luke Borg and Nicholas Agius, while Italy‑based defender Kevin Cannavò also earns a call. Returns for Jake Vassallo, Kean Scicluna, and Matías García strengthen the group, though Malta will miss injured wing‑back Ryan Camenzuli.

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