FC Ħamrun Amateurs
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| Full name | Football-Club Ħamrun Amateurs | |||
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| Nickname(s) | Tas-Sikkina, Ta' Werwer | |||
| Founded | 1 July 2022 | |||
| Ground | Victor Tedesco Stadium | |||
| Capacity | 2,000 | |||
| Chairman | Jürgen Buhagiar | |||
| Manager | Alexander Attard | |||
| League | MAFA 2nd Division | |||
| 2022–23 | 1st | |||
| Website | Club website | |||
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Football-Club Ħamrun Amateurs is a Maltese Sports Voluntary Organisation based in Ħamrun, Malta. It is primarily recognised for its men's non-league football team, which competes in the MAFA Second Division, part of the Malta Amateur Football Association league system.
The club was founded by brothers Jürgen and Kurt Buhagiar, who jointly conceived the idea of creating an amateur football team for the community. Their vision extends beyond football, aiming to establish a broader sporting community that fosters participation in various athletic activities.
History
[edit]In the beginning
[edit]At the onset of the year 2022, Ħamrun Amateurs commenced extensive preparations for their inaugural participation in the Malta Amateur Football Association club competitions. [1]. The administration issued a call for talented players to undergo tryouts, with the intention of assembling a competitive team for the upcoming competitions sanctioned by the Association. As a significant milestone, the team was officially accepted as a member of the Association, thus granting them eligibility to partake in its various tournaments.
The MAFA 3rd Division spanned from 1st October 2022 to 13th May 2023. In addition to the Championship, Ħamrun Amateurs participated in the MAFA Knockout, another esteemed football competition. Throughout the summer season and during the Preseason, the Sports Community successfully forged collaborative partnerships with several companies, securing crucial support to fortify the team for the demanding season ahead. These affiliations demonstrate the team's commitment to enhancing their performance and fostering strong relationships within the sporting community.
During the initial year of establishment, Ħamrun Amateurs diligently focused on solidifying their team structure and initiated various procedures in collaboration with prominent government entities such as the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations, Aġenzija Żgħażagħ, and SportsMalta. These endeavors aimed to attain official recognition for the team, enabling them to apply for schemes and funding opportunities offered by these institutions. Efforts yielded favorable outcomes, as their application was successfully accepted, resulting in the team being granted a prestigious certificate as a Voluntary Organisation (VO/2365). [2]. Additionally, they earned membership in the esteemed Hamrun Associations Union, a noteworthy accomplishment that further strengthened their standing within the local sports community.
Season 2022/2023
[edit]Ħamrun Amateurs began their season with a Campus Recruitment program, attracting candidates. After training in July, the team played several friendlies in August and September, including a memorial match for the late Christian Degabriele of Paola Kordin Football Club.
The team officially debuted on October 1st against Fgura Spartans, scoring their first goal in the MAFA competition but losing 2–1. Despite early setbacks, the team later secured a win and a draw, ending 2022 on a positive note.
In January 2023, the team held a Winter Training Camp and played friendlies. Throughout February and March, the Amateurs consistently improved, culminating in a victory over Fgura Spartans, surpassing them in the standings. In April, the team made its MAFA Knockout debut vs Għaxaq Wolves but was eliminated despite Andriy Camilleri’s first goal in this competition.
The season concluded on May 13, 2023, with Ħamrun finishing 5th out of 6 teams, securing 13 points with 3 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses, scoring 16 goals and conceding 30. They also received the Fair Play Award for their exemplary disciplinary record, qualifying for the Twanny Agius Fair Cup.[3][4][5]
Season 2023/2024
[edit]The second season commenced in June with an open call for new players eager to try out for the team. The months of July, August, and September were dedicated to preparations for another competitive season. During this period, the team engaged in training sessions, friendly matches, and tournaments, including the Christian Degabriele Memorial Cup and the Twanny Agius Fairplay Cup.
Christian Degabriele Memorial Cup
[edit]In collaboration with Paola Kordin Football Club, the Memorial Cup was established to honor the memory of the late Christian Degabriele, a former player of Paola Kordin. The match was fiercely contested and ended in a 1-1 draw. Unfortunately, the team was defeated in the penalty shootout. It is noteworthy that during this match, donations were collected and presented to the Degabriele family and the Karl Vella Foundation.
Twanny Agius Fairplay Cup
[edit]This new competition was created in memory of the late President of the Association. Teams that won the Fair Play award in each division qualified for this competition, which took place on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Despite being considered underdogs, Ħamrun secured second place after a 0-0 draw against Valletta Stars St. Dominic's and another 0-0 draw against Marsa St. Michael. The latter team ultimately won the title. [6]
MAFA 3rd Division
[edit]Following the strong performances in the Fairplay Cup, the next objective was to secure promotion as champions. From the outset of the championship, the team demonstrated consistency, accumulating a total of 28 points from 12 matches, with 8 wins, 4 draws, and no losses. We scored 34 goals and conceded only 4. The first match of the championship took place on October 7, 2023, and the final match on May 18, 2024.
On April 20, 2024, Ħamrun crowned champions[7] after winning the direct confrontation against Ħal Far Titans, the team that also secured promotion. Throughout the season, we achieved several milestones, including being the highest-scoring team, the team with the most clean sheets, and winning all matches in the second round.
It was evident that the technical team, along with the Board, worked meticulously to ensure the team's preparation for securing its first major honour.
MAFA Knockout
[edit]On January 6, 2024, the team participated in the second competition of the MAFA season. After the draw, we were matched against Ta’ Giorni Wanderers. The team were eliminated, bringing their journey in this competition to an end.
Season 2024/2025
[edit]The season will commence on the 11th of July by having the first preseason training session.
Kits
[edit]The club's kit colors are red and black stripes. These colors have historical significance and represent a strong connection with the sportive community in Ħamrun.
Kit suppliers and shirt sponsors
[edit]| Period | Kit manufacturer | Home Shirt sponsor (front) | Home Shirt sponsor (left-sleeve) | Away Shirt sponsor (front) | Away Shirt sponsor (left-sleeve) | Third Shirt sponsor (front) | Third Shirt sponsor (left-sleeve) |
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| 2022–2024 | Erima | Tetu Bar & Restaurant | Clentec | Ta' Fonzu | Clentec | N/A | N/A |
| 2024–present | Ta' Fonzu | Tescoma | Vector Vision |
Emblem
[edit]Stadium
[edit]Ħamrun Amateurs utilise the Victor Tedesco Stadium, owned by Ħamrun Spartans, for training sessions and friendly matches. However, the team is unable to host their home league matches at this venue due to restrictions imposed by the Malta Amateurs Football Association's league schedule, which dictates that league games are played exclusively at two designated venues.
Statistics
[edit]Domestic
[edit]| Season | League | Position | MAFA Knockout | Twanny Agius Fair Play Cup | Significant Events |
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| 2022/23 | MAFA 3rd Division | 5th | 2nd Round | Won the fair play award | |
| 2023/24 | MAFA 3rd Division | 1st | 1st Round | 2nd Place | Promoted to MAFA 2nd Division |
| 2024/25 | MAFA 2nd Division |
Honours
[edit]- MAFA 3rd Division
- Champions (1): 2023–2024
- MAFA Fair Play Award
- Winners (1): 2022–2023
Players
[edit]Current squad
[edit]Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Captain
[edit]| Years | Captain |
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| 2022-present |  Larkin Portelli (DF)
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Coaching staff
[edit]| Coaching staff | |
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| Alexander Attard
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Head Coach |
| Fitness department | |
| Robert Scerri
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Fitness Trainer |
| Medical department | |
| Franco Davies
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Physiotherapist |
 Damien Davis
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Masseur |
 Emanuele Aliotta
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Orthopedic |
| Team Council | |
| Stephen Buhagiar
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Head of Team Council |
Club Structure
[edit]Other departments
[edit]Community
[edit]eSports
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Ħamrun Amateurs ambitious project with a purpose". mafamalta.com. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Football-Club Ħamrun Amateurs". maltacvs.org. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Twanny Agius Fair Play Cup to be introduced next year". mafamalta.com. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Hamrun Amateurs Claims MAFA 3rd Division Fair Play Award". Radio 105. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Hamrun Amateurs jirbhu l-MAFA 3rd Division Fair Play Award". talk.mt. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Marsa wins the Fair Play Cup". mafamalta.com. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Hamrun Amateurs Triumph in MAFA 3rd Division". Radio 105. 2024-05-08. Retrieved 2024-09-20.