Floriana F.C. suffered a disappointing 0-2 home loss to rivals Valletta FC in a highly anticipated Malta Premier League derby match on September 17, 2025. Valletta executed a classic away performance, soaking up pressure and striking with clinical efficiency to secure all three points. The visitors took control of the match with an early goal, putting Floriana on the back foot. Despite having more of the ball, Floriana struggled to break down a well-organized Valletta defense. The match was sealed late in the second half when Valletta scored a second on the counter-attack, capitalizing on Floriana's desperation to get back into the game. This derby defeat was a significant blow for Floriana's league aspirations, while Valletta celebrated a crucial victory that boosted their standing in the league table.