Sliema Wanderers yesterday officially presented their new coach Danilo Doncic and Etienne Barbara, who joins them on loan for a short spell.

Doncic, who holds a UEFA ‘A’ Licence and was recently coach to Kavala FC in Greece, thanked the president, Steve Abela and everyone in the Sliema committee who are putting their trust in him again and chose him as the new Sliema Wanderers Head coach

“I am delighted that I am back at Sliema, whom I regard as the most successful team in Malta with 26 League titles and 20 FA Trophy’s won. I truly believe that with hard work and teamwork we will manage to put the team back where it belongs”

Danilo Doncic, is a well respected ex-Sliema Wanderers player who won all honours in local football.

Etienne Barbara moved back to Malta for a short stint in his footballing career whilst still being on the books of Carolina Railhawks, the US team he is based with. His loan move to Sliema will reinforce the blue’s attacking capabilities after the Tunisian Chakib Lachkem was also signed in January.

Justin Attard was presented with a Sliema Wanderers shirt as Enelux signed a sponsorship agreement till the end of this season with an option to extend for next year. Mr. Attard showed his satisfaction in being associated with Sliema “as being part of a glorious team “.

With its involvement in the local football scene, Enelux’ main objective is to excel in the present sport facilities upgrade schemes.

Steve Abela, Sliema Wanderers president was positive that these signings will infuse new ideas in the team and push the team to a better standard. Abela said “Our past matches were disappointing to say the least and together with all the committee members we had to make a move in the coaching department. Barbara will definitely add to our attacking capabilities and give our new coach more options up front. I am also proud to announce Enelux who joined our ever increasing list of official partners and companies who show their interest in being associated with the most glorious team in Malta”