Malta looks to shine at World Pool Championships in Morocco
Malta will compete in the World Pool Championships in Marrakech, Morocco, from September 17 to 27, 2026. Four Maltese national teams are taking part in different age groups, aiming for titles in a major international cue-sport event that brings together many of the world’s strongest teams.
What is happening
Malta is sending four national teams to the World Pool Championships in Marrakech. The tournament runs from September 17 to September 27, 2026, and gathers top cue-sport nations. The event includes men’s, Under-18, Under-23, and Over-50s teams, each with its own captain and lineup.
Key facts about Malta’s teams
Men’s team: won the 2026 European Championship and features players such as Ryan Pisani, Johan Attard, Clayton Castaldi, Dejan Grech, Clint Azzopardi, Kevin Schembri, Miguel Falzon, and Gary Carr. Managed by Carmel Cilia. They will defend last year’s Men’s Team Shootout title.
Who is affected
Malta’s national pool program, players, coaches, and supporters are directly affected as they prepare for an international event. Local fans, sponsors, and sports media in Malta will follow the teams’ results, with attention to how the national teams perform against other strong cue-sport nations.
Practical next steps
Follow official results from the event during September 17–27. Monitor Malta Daily’s coverage and other sports outlets for match results, team updates, and any injuries. For people in Malta, consider engaging with local pool clubs or national federation announcements for schedules, viewing options, and ways to support the teams as they compete on the world stage.
Limits and questions
Details such as performance outcomes, match-by-match results, or changes to lineups will be reported by sports outlets as the event unfolds. This explainer relies on a single local source; broader confirmation from international pool organizations or multiple outlets is not provided here. If you need the latest official results, check the World Pool Championships’ governing bodies or Malta’s national sports federation announcements.
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