At a meeting of the MFA Executive Committee, held yesterday at the MFA Headquarters in Ta’ Qali, the members of the Executive Committee unanimously decided on the immediate termination of the existing contracts of the National A Team coach, Mr John Buttigieg, and of his assistant, Mr Carmel Busuttil.

This decision was taken following a discussion regarding the performances and results of the National A Team during the qualifying stages of the UEFA EURO 2012 competition, which performances fell short of expectations. In addition to the above, however, the Executive Committee also took into consideration other factors, occurrences and limitations which, in the opinion of the Executive Committee, could seriously hinder and prejudice the future preparation and performance of our National A Team.

The Executive Committee thanked Mr John Buttigieg and Mr Carmel Busuttil for their efforts during the past two years and wished them the best of luck in their future endeavors.