Hibernians collect their first three points

After their shock defeat in the hands of Hamrun Spartans, Hibernians collected their first three points, as Clayton Failla’s penalty earned them a 1-0 win over Sliema Wanderers.

26 August 2016, 11:25pm
by Warren Zammit

1 min read

Renan Pimenta Telles Fown of Hibernians being brought down by Sliema's goalkeeper. Photo:Dominic Borg

Hibernians took the lead on the 35th minute when Sliema’s goalkeeper, Guiseppe Sarao, brought down Renan Pimenta Telles Fown inside the penalty area. From the resulting penalty, Failla made no mistake.

On the 45th minute, Sliema were close to equalise. From an ideal position, Peter Xuereb fired a shot that went wide of the post.

Eight minutes into the second half, Alex Muscat attempted a shot from distance that was saved by Hogg.

Few minutes later, Sarao was alert to deny Kristensen. The 23 year old fired a shot that was well saved by the Sliema goalkeeper.

In the remaining minutes, Hibs managed to hold firm to take home their first three points. On the other hand, Sliema are still looking for their first points in the premier league.

The match was controlled by Alan Mario Sant.