Hibs battle past brave Qala, Valletta hit Għajnsielem for seven in FA Trophy
Premier League sides Sliema, Balzan, Gudja, Sirens through to the last 16.
Hibernians had to sweat more than expected to secure their passage into the next round of the FA Trophy after Qala Saints from Gozo gave them a run for their money.
Valletta put aside their Premier League woes as they hit Għajnsielem for seven to advance in the FA Trophy.
In-form Premier League outfit Sliema Wanderers sealed their qualification in the first half after scoring all their goals between the 10th and the 40th-minute mark.
Balzan scored twice in the second half to beat Challenge League side Żurrieq and advance to the last 16 of the FA Trophy.
Premier League side Sirens managed to negotiate their qualification into the next round after winning 4-3 on penalties against Gozo’s Nadur Youngsters, at the Gozo Stadium.
Gianluca Zammit was Gudja United’s hero after producing a three-goal performance which single handedly sent Renzo Kerr Cumbo’s side into the last 16.
Qormi clinched qualification to the last 16 of the domestic cup after beating fellow Amateur League side Ta’ Xbiex.
Swieqi United moved into the next round of the FA Trophy after scoring a couple of goals in the second half to beat Luqa St Andrews.