Andorra vs Malta Predictions, Picks & Odds – 24/09/2026
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Andorra head into this Nations League D opener on the back of a mixed run, with two wins, a draw, and two defeats from their last five outings. Their most recent competitive fixture ended in a 1-0 loss to Albania during World Cup qualifying back in November 2025, a result that underlined their ongoing struggles against stronger opposition. Captain Marc Vales is set to earn his 108th cap, providing vital experience at the heart of the side.
Malta arrive with quiet momentum after a convincing 2-0 friendly victory over Azerbaijan in June. Coach Emilio De Leo has named a 26-player squad, with defender Ryan Camenzuli returning from injury, though teenage prospect Jayden Roe was ultimately omitted from the travelling party. With only two recent matches to judge, one win and one loss, form is limited, but Malta's unbeaten record against Andorra across four previous meetings provides a strong psychological foundation.
Malta's historical dominance over Andorra is the cornerstone of this selection. Two wins and two draws from four previous meetings, with Andorra yet to register a single competitive victory against the Maltese, paints a compelling picture. That unbeaten record carries genuine weight at this level, where familiarity between squads often dictates outcomes.
The away side arrive with renewed confidence after a clean-sheet friendly victory over Azerbaijan in June. Coach Emilio De Leo has assembled a strong 26-player squad, bolstered by the return of defender Ryan Camenzuli from injury. Malta's momentum contrasts sharply with Andorra's last competitive outing, a narrow defeat to Albania back in November 2025.
The away win at 2.30 represents the standout value in this fixture. With guaranteed promotion already secured for all League D participants, the pressure of relegation is absent, which should suit Malta's more composed attacking approach. Backing Malta to take all three points aligns with both the historical record and current form trajectories. Under 2.5 goals at 1.38 also merits consideration given both sides' modest scoring output.
Trends to Know about Andorra vs Malta
- Malta unbeaten in four meetings with Andorra
- Andorra winless in competitive head-to-heads
- Malta boosted by June friendly clean sheet
Form & Statistics: Andorra vs Malta
Andorra
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Malta
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Lineups: Andorra vs Malta
Andorra
Starters
- 1 Iker Álvarez
- 2 Biel Borra
- 3 Ian Olivera
- 4 Joel Guillén
- 5 Moisés San Nicolás
- 6 Jesus Rubio
- 7 Hugo Ferreira
- 8 Marc Vales
- 9 Pau Babot
- 10 Àlexandre Martínez
- 11 Ricard Fernández
Malta
Starters
- 1 Henry Bonello
- 2 Zach Muscat
- 3 Kurt Shaw
- 4 Enrico Pepe
- 5 Ryan Camenzuli
- 6 Matthew Guillaumier
- 7 Teddy Teuma
- 8 Brandon Paiber
- 9 Ilyas Chouaref
- 10 Irvin Cardona
- 11 Paul Mbong
Absent
- Joseph Mbong (Suspension)
- Aleandro Garzia (Injury)
- James Carragher (Absent from squad)
- Jayden Roe (Omitted from final squad)
- Kevin Cannavò (Omitted from final squad)
Low confidence
Both lineups carry speculated status ahead of this Nations League opener, so the tactical picture may yet shift before kickoff. As things stand, Andorra's compact 4-4-2 will look to frustrate a Malta side expected to operate in a 4-3-3, with Teddy Teuma pulling the strings in midfield.
For Andorra, the double pivot and disciplined defensive shape will be central to any hope of a positive result on home soil. Malta's wider attacking threat, with Ilyas Chouaref and Paul Mbong flanking the front line, could prove the decisive factor if the hosts' structure is stretched.
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What time is Andorra vs Malta?
Andorra vs Malta kicks off at 17:00 BST on Wednesday 24 September 2026.
Where is Andorra vs Malta being played?
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