Marsaxlokk F.C.

Early years (1949–1954)

The first team from Marsaxlokk represented in MFA competitions were Beland City back in 1944. Although the team was formed within the Zejtun, they decided to represent Marsaxlokk after the MFA adopted the scheme of representation of the district. After World War II, a number of teams could be formed and in 1949 eventually team Marsaxlokk FC was formed. Marsaxlokk White Stars took part in the Amateur Cup and in 1955 they applied to take part in competitions organized by the MFA. The association held a series of play-offs to fill the gap that was left team Naxxar Lions in the Third Division. Nevertheless, after two years, the team decided to withdraw from the competitions MFA. In 1965, Marsaxlokk FC again applied to participate in the competitions of the MFA. The application was accepted. In season between 1965 and 1966, they took part in the league of the Third Division, finished in third place and reached the final of the Knock Out. The season after, Marsaxlokk FC finished runner-up in both the league and in the Knock Out thereby gained promotion for the first time. But season after (1970–71) they were again relegated. The promotion to the second division again achieved the following season (1973–74). After an excellent season in the league, where they maintained a record without defeat, they lost against in Siggiewi Championship decider. They remained in the Second Division until the 1977–78 season when they were relegated. After eight years…

Club officials

President: Frank Cachia Vice president: Joseph Mifsud Secretary: Royin Grech Treasurer: Jasmine Cassar Team manager: Peter Agius

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