I agree that Malta played well against Italy. I also agree that the players put together a Herculean effort.

I also agree that the small travelling red and white army of supporters did us proud in Modena. But can we please stop celebrating a defeat as a victory. The team, the players and the supporters deserve recognition for their efforts, but losing 2-0 is still losing 2-0. Good show, nonetheless.

■ John Abela

Swieqi