Independence Cup (Gozo)

The Independence Cup was a football competition that took place in Gozo, Malta, and that was organised by the Gozo Football Association.

Independence Cup
Organising bodyGozo Football Association
Founded1964; 60 years ago (1964)
Abolished2013; 11 years ago (2013)
Number of teams7 (last edition)
Last championsNadur Youngsters (11th title)
Most successful club(s)Nadur Youngsters (11 titles)

This competition was played on a knock-out basis between the clubs of the First Division. The first Independence Cup took place in the season 1964–1965 — that is the same year that Malta gained its independence and the last edition was held during the 2012–2013 season. Generally the final was held on the Independence Day – that is 21 September.

Format

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Six teams of the First Division were chosen by lot to participate in the preliminary round. The winning three teams would join the remaining team and would participate in the semi-finals of the competition.

Cup Winners

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Here is a complete list of the past champions of the Independence Cup.

Club Times
Nadur Youngsters 11
Ghajnsielem 6
Victoria Hotspurs 4
Xewkija Tigers 4
Xagħra United 3
Sannat Lions 2
Żebbuġ Rovers 1
SK Victoria Wanderers 1
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