Malta come from behind to beat Andorra 2-1 in UEFA Nations League clash

Malta win with late second-half strike

Malta men's national football team secured a 2-1 victory away to Andorra men's national football team on Thursday, 24 September 2026, in their UEFA Nations League Group Stage encounter. The match was decided by Teddy Teuma's 81st-minute goal, which proved to be the winner after an earlier equaliser from Irvin Cardona cancelled out Guillaume Lopez's opening goal for Andorra.

Goals and key moments

Andorra took the lead in the 17th minute when Guillaume Lopez found the net to make it 1-0. Malta responded well and levelled before half-time through Irvin Cardona's strike in the 36th minute, bringing the score to 1-1 at the break. The decisive moment came midway through the second half as Teddy Teuma scored in the 81st minute to give Malta a 2-1 lead, which they held until the final whistle.

Discipline and substitutions

The match featured a total of seven yellow cards, with Andorra receiving five and Malta two. Early bookings for Andorra's Ian de Olivera and Moisés San Nicolás came in the 4th and 14th minutes respectively. Malta's Alexander Satariano was cautioned in the 34th minute, while Gerard Garcia and Éric De Las Heras of Andorra were booked in the 54th and 62nd minutes. Albert Rosas of Andorra and Kurt Shaw of Malta received yellow cards late on at the 90th and 90+2 minutes. There were no red cards issued during the contest. Andorra made five substitutions compared to Malta's four.

Statistical overview

Malta dominated possession with 58.8% compared to Andorra's 41.2%. Both teams registered 13 shots each, but Malta had the edge on target with eight shots on goal to Andorra's five. Andorra earned three corners to Malta's two. The home side committed twice as many fouls, 24 to 12, and Andorra's goalkeeper made six saves, while Malta's keeper was called into action four times. Both teams were caught offside once.

Impact on group standings and next fixtures

With this win, Malta pick up three valuable points on the road in the UEFA Nations League Group Stage, while Andorra remain seeking their first victory in the group. The result could influence the team's positions and momentum as the group stage progresses. Both sides will look to build on this match in their upcoming fixtures, aiming to improve their standing and performances in the competition.

Goals and key moments

Match statistics