Hibernians and Balzan go head-to-head in a must-win match to keep their challenge for the championship.
The Paolites are trailing leaders Valletta by three points with Balzan a point further back. The two title rivals know they cannot afford to drop precious points not to fall off the pace in the race for the major honour in local football.
Branko Nisevic, the Hibs coach, has no fresh selection worries with defender Rui De Gracia Gomes again their only absentee. However, Nisevic must decide if to include Andrew Cohen in his starting formation as the Paolites’ skipper was unwell this week.
Balzan are lifted by the return of chief goalscorer Alfred Effiong from suspension. Alan Da Silva Souza is pushing for a start after his excellent showing when coming on as a substitute against Qormi.
Previous results: Hibs vs Balzan 1-1, 3-2.