Ray Vella

Raymond Vella (born 11 January 1959) is a Maltese former footballer who last played as a midfielder for St. Andrews.

Ray Vella
Personal information
Full name Raymond Vella
Date of birth (1959-01-11) 11 January 1959
Place of birth Malta
Position(s) Midfielder
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1975–1985 Marsa
1985–1992 Ħamrun Spartans
1992–1996 St. Andrews
International career
1984–1994 Malta 67 (1)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Early life

Vella was born in 1959 in Marsa, Malta.[1]

Career

Vella is nicknamed "Il-Mundu" and has been described as a "legend in Maltese football".[2]

Personal life

Vella has been married to Mariella Vella and is the son of Nazzareno Vella and Karmena Vella.[3]

References

  1. Baldacchino, Carmel (20 November 2002). "Ray Vella 'Il-Mundu' - A legend in his own lifetime". Times of Malta. Retrieved 5 July 2023.
  2. Busuttil, Antoine (4 June 2013). "Raymond Vella appointed Xewkija coach". maltafootball.com. Retrieved 5 July 2023.
  3. Farrugia, Simon (6 February 2022). "50 Shades of Greats: 'Commitment and determination are a must' - Ray Vella". The Malta Independent. Retrieved 5 July 2023.


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