Floriana F.C. and Sliema Wanderers FC battled to a 2-2 draw in a Malta Premier League classic on November 2, 2025. The historic rivals could not be separated in a thrilling encounter that saw both teams fight back from deficits. Sliema Wanderers drew first blood, but Floriana responded with two quick goals to turn the game on its head before halftime. The second half saw Sliema push relentlessly for an equalizer, which they eventually found to secure a hard-earned point. The match had intensity and quality befitting one of Maltese football's oldest and most passionate derbies. The draw means both teams miss an opportunity to gain ground in the upper half of the Premier League table, but neither will be too disappointed with a share of the spoils in such a fiercely contested fixture.