William Camenzuli
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William Camenzuli is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Second Division
side Gudja, where he plays as a defender
.
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Camenzuli went into the 1995–96 season hoping to cement a first team place in the Floriana squad. He went on to make only one appearance without scoring, as Floriana recorded a third place finish in the Maltese Premier League.
For the 1996–97 season, Camenzuli started to establish himself as a first team regular, he went onto make 13 appearances for the season, but again failed to score, as Floriana again finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
The 1997–98 season, was Camenzuli’s forth with Floriana, the club failed to improve on their previous season league finish as they recorded a fifth place finish in the Maltese Premier League. He made 21 appearances without scoring.
Camenzuli went into the 1998–99 season hoping to help Floriana achieve a higher league position than that of the previous season, however the club again finished in fifth position in the Maltese Premier League. Camenzuli made 21 appearances and scored one goal during the season.
The 1999–2000 season turned out to be Camenzuli’s last at Floriana. He made 24 appearances over the season, without scoring, as he helped the club improve on their previous league position, recording a fourth place finish in the Maltese Premier League.
for the 2000–01 season, he made 25 appearances and scored two goals in his debut season, as Birkirkara finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
The 2001–02 season was Camenzuli’s second season with Birkirkara. The club led the way at the halfway point of the season, but following some poor results in the championship pool, Birkirkara finished in third position. Camenzuli made 27 appearances and scored four goals, he also gained his first piece silverware, as the club won the Maltese Cup
.
For the 2002–03 season, Camenzuli made 25 appearances and scored seven goals, as Birkirkara improved on their previous finishing position, as they recorded a second place finish in the Maltese Premier League, he also added another Maltese Cup winners medal to his collection, as Birkirkara retained the trophy, beating Sliema Wanderers
in the final.
Camenzuli went into the 2003–04 season hoping to help Birkirkara go one better and win the Maltese Premier League title, however they finished in second position again, with Camenzuli making 26 appearances and chipping in with four goals.
The 2004–05 season was another story of so near, yet so far for Camenzuli, as Birkirkara recorded their third successive second place finish. During the season, Camenzuli made 26 appearances and scored five goals, he picked up his third Maltese Cup winners medal, as the club beat Msida Saint-Joseph in the final.
The 2005–06 season was Camenzuli’s most successful season as a Birkirkara player. He helped the club claim the Maltese Premier League title, making 25 appearances and scoring four goals.
His last season with Birkirkara was the 2006–07 season. During the season Camenzuli made 25 appearances and scored two goals, as Birkirkara finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
and Birkirkara reached an agreement over a swap deal which saw Camenzuli join Marsaxlokk and Shaun Bajada
would join [Birkirkara. Camenzuli made his debut for Marsaxlokk in the 2007–08 season, helping his new club to a second place finish in the Maltese Premier League that season, making 18 appearances and scoring two goals.
Camenzuli went into the 2008–09 season hoping to help Marsaxlokk gain some more silverware, however the club had an extremely disappointing start to the season by their own high standards, and only managed to gain a place in the championship pool by beating Msida Saint-Joseph in the final game of the first round. Camenzuli made 20 appearances, but failed to score any goals during the season. Despite the clubs extremely disappointing start to the season, they managed to finish the season in fourth position in the Maltese Premier League.
For the 2009–10
season, Marsaxlokk were due to play in the Maltese Premier League, however following a guilty verdict on corruption case from the previous season, they were demoted to the Maltese First Division
. Camenzuli remained with the club, with the hope he could help the team make a rapid return to the Maltese Premier League.
.
On 14 November 2001, Camenzuli made his international debut for Malta
in a friendly match
against Canada
, a game which Malta went on to win 2–1.
Winner
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|1994-95
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|1995-96
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|1996-97
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|1997-98
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|1998-99
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|1999-00
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|2000-01
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|2001-02
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|2002-03
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|2003-04
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|2004-05
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|2005-06
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|2006-07
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|2007-08
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|2008-09
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|2009-10||rowspan="1"|Maltese First Division
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Maltese Second Division
The Maltese Second Division is the third-highest division in Maltese football, behind the Maltese First Division and above Maltese Third Division...
side Gudja, where he plays as a defender
Defender (association football)
Within the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to prevent the opposition from attacking....
.
Floriana
Camenzuli began his career playing for Floriana during the 1994–95 season, throughout the season, he made eight appearances and scored one goal, as Floriana recorded a fourth place finish in the Maltese Premier LeagueMaltese Premier League
The Maltese Premier League, known as BOV Premier League for sponsorship reasons , is the top level league for football in Malta. The league was first competed in 1909...
.
Camenzuli went into the 1995–96 season hoping to cement a first team place in the Floriana squad. He went on to make only one appearance without scoring, as Floriana recorded a third place finish in the Maltese Premier League.
For the 1996–97 season, Camenzuli started to establish himself as a first team regular, he went onto make 13 appearances for the season, but again failed to score, as Floriana again finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
The 1997–98 season, was Camenzuli’s forth with Floriana, the club failed to improve on their previous season league finish as they recorded a fifth place finish in the Maltese Premier League. He made 21 appearances without scoring.
Camenzuli went into the 1998–99 season hoping to help Floriana achieve a higher league position than that of the previous season, however the club again finished in fifth position in the Maltese Premier League. Camenzuli made 21 appearances and scored one goal during the season.
The 1999–2000 season turned out to be Camenzuli’s last at Floriana. He made 24 appearances over the season, without scoring, as he helped the club improve on their previous league position, recording a fourth place finish in the Maltese Premier League.
Birkirkara
Camenzuli left Floriana and joined fellow Maltese Premier League side BirkirkaraBirkirkara F.C.
Birkirkara Football Club is a Maltese football club from the town of Birkirkara, the largest town on the island of Malta. In the 2009–2010 season, they were the Maltese champions. The club currently plays in the Maltese Premier League and have been league winners on three occasions...
for the 2000–01 season, he made 25 appearances and scored two goals in his debut season, as Birkirkara finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
The 2001–02 season was Camenzuli’s second season with Birkirkara. The club led the way at the halfway point of the season, but following some poor results in the championship pool, Birkirkara finished in third position. Camenzuli made 27 appearances and scored four goals, he also gained his first piece silverware, as the club won the Maltese Cup
Maltese Cup
The U Bet FA Trophy, formerly known as the Rothman's Trophy, is a football competition that takes place in Malta.Widely known as the F.A. Trophy, it was a gift from the British by The Football Association in 1933. This followed a match between England and Italy, played in Rome in May 1933, to where...
.
For the 2002–03 season, Camenzuli made 25 appearances and scored seven goals, as Birkirkara improved on their previous finishing position, as they recorded a second place finish in the Maltese Premier League, he also added another Maltese Cup winners medal to his collection, as Birkirkara retained the trophy, beating Sliema Wanderers
Sliema Wanderers F.C.
Sliema Wanderers Football Club are a Maltese football team from the town of Sliema, which currently plays in the Maltese Premier League.-History:The club was founded in 1909...
in the final.
Camenzuli went into the 2003–04 season hoping to help Birkirkara go one better and win the Maltese Premier League title, however they finished in second position again, with Camenzuli making 26 appearances and chipping in with four goals.
The 2004–05 season was another story of so near, yet so far for Camenzuli, as Birkirkara recorded their third successive second place finish. During the season, Camenzuli made 26 appearances and scored five goals, he picked up his third Maltese Cup winners medal, as the club beat Msida Saint-Joseph in the final.
The 2005–06 season was Camenzuli’s most successful season as a Birkirkara player. He helped the club claim the Maltese Premier League title, making 25 appearances and scoring four goals.
His last season with Birkirkara was the 2006–07 season. During the season Camenzuli made 25 appearances and scored two goals, as Birkirkara finished in third position in the Maltese Premier League.
Marsaxlokk
On 5 August 2007, MarsaxlokkMarsaxlokk F.C.
Marsaxlokk Football Club is a Maltese football club from the town of Marsaxlokk, which currently plays in the Maltese Premier League. The club was founded in 1949...
and Birkirkara reached an agreement over a swap deal which saw Camenzuli join Marsaxlokk and Shaun Bajada
Shaun Bajada
Shaun Pierre Bajada is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Premier League side Birkirkara, where he most frequently plays as a midfielder.-Floriana:...
would join [Birkirkara. Camenzuli made his debut for Marsaxlokk in the 2007–08 season, helping his new club to a second place finish in the Maltese Premier League that season, making 18 appearances and scoring two goals.
Camenzuli went into the 2008–09 season hoping to help Marsaxlokk gain some more silverware, however the club had an extremely disappointing start to the season by their own high standards, and only managed to gain a place in the championship pool by beating Msida Saint-Joseph in the final game of the first round. Camenzuli made 20 appearances, but failed to score any goals during the season. Despite the clubs extremely disappointing start to the season, they managed to finish the season in fourth position in the Maltese Premier League.
For the 2009–10
Maltese First Division 2009–10
The Maltese First Division 2009–10 season will start in October 2009 and end in May 2010.Vittoriosa Stars and Marsaxlokk were both found guilty of corruption and demoted into the First Division.Balzan Youths and Melita were promoted from 2008–09 Maltese Second Division.-Participating teams:These...
season, Marsaxlokk were due to play in the Maltese Premier League, however following a guilty verdict on corruption case from the previous season, they were demoted to the Maltese First Division
Maltese First Division
The Maltese First Division is the second-highest division in Maltese football, behind the Maltese Premier League and above the Maltese Second Division. The league has been running for many years.12 teams take part in the league...
. Camenzuli remained with the club, with the hope he could help the team make a rapid return to the Maltese Premier League.
Malta
Camenzuli has gained 14 caps for MaltaMalta national football team
The Malta national football team is the national football team of Malta and is controlled by the Malta Football Association. Malta played its first international game in February 1957, and began competing for qualification to major tournaments in 1962. The side's first competitive victory came in...
.
On 14 November 2001, Camenzuli made his international debut for Malta
Malta national football team
The Malta national football team is the national football team of Malta and is controlled by the Malta Football Association. Malta played its first international game in February 1957, and began competing for qualification to major tournaments in 1962. The side's first competitive victory came in...
in a friendly match
Exhibition game
An exhibition game is a sporting event in which there is no competitive value of any significant kind to any competitor regardless of the outcome of the competition...
against Canada
Canada men's national soccer team
The Canada men's national soccer team represents Canada in international soccer competitions at the senior men's level. They are overseen by the Canadian Soccer Association and compete in the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football .Their most significant...
, a game which Malta went on to win 2–1.
Birkirkara
Winner
- 2005–06 Maltese Premier LeagueMaltese Premier LeagueThe Maltese Premier League, known as BOV Premier League for sponsorship reasons , is the top level league for football in Malta. The league was first competed in 1909...
- 2002, 2003, 2005 Maltese CupMaltese CupThe U Bet FA Trophy, formerly known as the Rothman's Trophy, is a football competition that takes place in Malta.Widely known as the F.A. Trophy, it was a gift from the British by The Football Association in 1933. This followed a match between England and Italy, played in Rome in May 1933, to where...
Career statistics
Statistics accurate as of match played 1 August 2009.|-
|1994-95
Maltese Premier League 1994-95
-League standings:-References:*...
||rowspan="6"|Floriana||rowspan="15"|Maltese Premier League
Maltese Premier League
The Maltese Premier League, known as BOV Premier League for sponsorship reasons , is the top level league for football in Malta. The league was first competed in 1909...
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|1995-96
Maltese Premier League 1995-96
-League standings:-References:*...
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|1996-97
Maltese Premier League 1996-97
-League standings:-References:*...
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|1997-98
Maltese Premier League 1997-98
-League standings:-References:*...
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|1998-99
Maltese Premier League 1998-99
-League standings:-References:*...
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|1999-00
Maltese Premier League 1999-00
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2000-01
Maltese Premier League 2000-01
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
||rowspan="7"|Birkirkara
Birkirkara F.C.
Birkirkara Football Club is a Maltese football club from the town of Birkirkara, the largest town on the island of Malta. In the 2009–2010 season, they were the Maltese champions. The club currently plays in the Maltese Premier League and have been league winners on three occasions...
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|2001-02
Maltese Premier League 2001-02
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2002-03
Maltese Premier League 2002-03
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2003-04
Maltese Premier League 2003-04
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2004-05
Maltese Premier League 2004-05
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2005-06
Maltese Premier League 2005-06
-First stage:-Championship Group:-Relegation Group:-References:*...
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|2006-07
Maltese Premier League 2006-07
The Maltese Premier League 2006-07 was the 92nd season of the Maltese Premier League, the top level Football league in Malta. Marsaxlokk won the title while St. George's and Marsa were relegated to the Maltese First Division.-Changes from 2005-06:...
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|2007-08
Maltese Premier League 2007-08
The Maltese Premier League 2007–08 was the 93rd season of the Maltese Premier League, the top level Football league in Malta. Valletta won the title while Mqabba and Pieta Hotspurs were relegated to the first-division.-Changes from 2006-07:...
||rowspan="3"|Marsaxlokk
Marsaxlokk F.C.
Marsaxlokk Football Club is a Maltese football club from the town of Marsaxlokk, which currently plays in the Maltese Premier League. The club was founded in 1949...
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|2008-09
Maltese Premier League 2008-09
The Maltese Premier League 2008–09 was the 94th season of the Maltese Premier League, the top-tier football in Malta. It began on 23 August 2008 with a scoreless draw between and and ended on 24 May 2009. The first goal in the season was scored by Ivan, who plays for Qormi...
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|2009-10||rowspan="1"|Maltese First Division
Maltese First Division
The Maltese First Division is the second-highest division in Maltese football, behind the Maltese Premier League and above the Maltese Second Division. The league has been running for many years.12 teams take part in the league...
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