Malta vs Andorra Preview: Can the Maltese Seal a Historic Step Up at Ta' Qali?

Malta have played in League D since the Nations League began, and this season they are on the verge of something new. With League D being scrapped for the 2028-29 edition, every team in it will be promoted to League C, which means Malta will finally leave the bottom tier. But no team wants to go up on the back of a poor campaign. Malta vs Andorra is today's Group 1 fixture in UEFA Nations League D, and it is the second time these sides have met in under two weeks. Below you'll find the kick-off details, the group picture, the history and our prediction, plus the Malta vs Andorra match page on score808 if you want to follow the game online.

Malta vs Andorra: Match Details

• Competition: UEFA Nations League D, Group 1, Game Week 4
• Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
• Kick-off: Most listings show 18:00 local time in Malta, which is 16:00 UTC (17:00 UK time). One site lists 16:00 local time, so confirm on UEFA.com before the game.
• Venue: Ta' Qali National Stadium, Attard, Malta
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The Group: Malta, Andorra and Gibraltar

Group 1 has just three teams, so each side plays only four matches. Malta opened away to Andorra on 24 September, hosted Gibraltar on 1 October and now welcome Andorra to Ta' Qali. After today, their final fixture is away to Gibraltar on 16 November. Andorra, meanwhile, travelled to Gibraltar on 27 September and finish at home to the same opponents on 13 November. With promotion to League C secure for all League D teams, the real prize is momentum, confidence and a place to build from.

Malta Preview: Fresh Confidence Under Emilio De Leo

Malta are coached by Emilio De Leo and arrive in good spirits. They won the group opener 2-1 in Andorra on 24 September, which gives them the edge in the head-to-head ahead of this return game. That win followed a tough League C/D play-off earlier in the year, when Malta lost both legs against Luxembourg, 2-0 and 3-0, and missed out on promotion that way. This campaign is their chance to bounce back.

Malta also host Gibraltar and Andorra within four days at home, a stretch that should favour a team with strong support at Ta' Qali.

Andorra Preview: Searching for a First Group Point

Andorra's season has been quiet. Before this campaign, their last competitive match was a 1-0 defeat to Albania in World Cup qualifying in November 2025. They also lost the opening group match to Malta, and they played a friendly against Lithuania on 30 September. Away trips against a side that beat them recently are tough, but Andorra know they can make life difficult with an organised, defensive approach.

Head-to-Head: Malta Are Unbeaten

Malta have the better record in the five meetings on record.

• 24 September 2026: Andorra 1-2 Malta (Nations League)
• 19 November 2024: Malta 0-0 Andorra (Nations League)
• 10 September 2024: Andorra 0-1 Malta (Nations League)
• 14 November 2020: Malta 3-1 Andorra (Nations League)
• 10 October 2020: Andorra 0-0 Malta (Nations League)

That is three wins and two draws for Malta, with Andorra yet to win. Two of the five games ended goalless, so Andorra clearly know how to stay in matches.

Key Battles to Watch

1. Malta's home advantage. Playing at Ta' Qali with a supportive crowd should help the hosts control the tempo.

2. Andorra's defensive organisation. Several previous meetings have been tight, so patience will matter for Malta.

3. The early goal. Malta's win on 24 September came by a single goal, and the first goal could shape this game too.

4. Set pieces. In matches between two closely matched sides, one dead-ball moment can decide it.

Team News

Confirmed line-ups were not available at the time of writing. Starting XIs are usually announced about an hour before kick-off. Follow updates on the live score808 match page.

Prediction: Malta vs Andorra

Malta's unbeaten record in this fixture, their recent win in Andorra and home advantage all point the same way. Our pick is a Malta win, most likely by a single goal or two. Andorra's record of tight games means a draw is possible, but Malta should have enough to win. Please gamble responsibly, and only where it is legal.

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Malta vs Andorra: FAQs

What time is Malta vs Andorra?
Most listings show 18:00 in Malta on 4 October 2026, which is 16:00 UTC. Confirm on UEFA.com.

Where is Malta vs Andorra being played?
At Ta' Qali National Stadium in Attard, Malta.

Which competition is this match part of?
UEFA Nations League D, Group 1, alongside Gibraltar.

Who is Malta's head coach?
Emilio De Leo.

Will Malta be promoted?
Yes. League D is being removed for the 2028-29 edition, so all six League D teams will be promoted to League C.

What was the result of the first meeting this season?
Andorra 1-2 Malta, on 24 September 2026.

Where can I follow Malta vs Andorra online?
On the score808 Malta vs Andorra match page.