Renato Malota

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Renato Malota
Renato Mallota - Albania U-21 (1).jpg
Malota with Albania U–21
Personal information
Full name Renato Malota
Date of birth (1989-06-24) 24 June 1989 (age 32)
Place of birth Lezhë, Albania
Height 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in)
Position(s) Centre-back
Club information
Current team
 Laçi
Number 13
Youth career
2002–2007 Besëlidhja Lezhë
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2007–2008 Besëlidhja 5 (0)
2008–2009 Partizani Tirana 22 (1)
2009–2012 Dinamo Tirana 50 (4)
2012–2016 Kukësi 115 (4)
2016–2017 Partizani Tirana 31 (1)
2018–2020 Vllaznia 60 (5)
2020– Laçi 0 (0)
National team‡
2007–2008 Albania U-19 6 (0)
2009 Albania U-20 2 (0)
2008–2009 Albania U-21 7 (0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 5 July 2020
‡ National team caps and goals correct as of 16 September 2015

Renato Malota (born 24 June 1989) is an Albanian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Laçi in the Kategoria Superiore.[1]

Club career[]

Kukësi[]

On 9 August 2012, Malota completed a transfer at newly promoted Kukësi in club's first ever top flight season.[2] He was handed squad number 24, and played as starter in club's first ever Albanian Superliga match versus Luftëtari Gjirokastër which ended in a goalless draw.[3] Malota made his first cup appearance on 24 October in the first leg of second round against Tirana to help Kukësi achieve a historic 4–0 win at home versus capital club.[4] Malota's first score-sheet contributions came later on 10 February of the following year by netting the second of the 1–3 at Luftëtari Gjirokastër in the matchday 14.[5] His second of the season came later on 7 April in form of an opener in an eventual 1–1 draw at Teuta Durrës.[6] Malota concluded his first season at Kukësi by making 30 appearances, including 23 in league as Kukësi finished runner-up in championship to Skënderbeu Korçë and was eliminated in the semi-final of Albanian Cup by Laçi.[7][8]

In the summer of 2013, Malota played an important role in Kukësi's squad that reached the play-off round of UEFA Europa League.[9] He played in all 8 matches and scored one goal. He appeared as substitute in both matches of first qualifying round against Flora as Kukësi progressed though away goal rule.[10] Malota then played as starter in the next two-legged tie against Sarajevo, as Kukësi won 3–2 on aggregate to advance to the third qualifying round.[11][12] He scored his first European goal on 1 August 2013 in the first leg of third qualifying round versus Metalurh Donetsk to lead Kukësi into a 2–0 home win.[13] Kukësi then become the first Albanian club to reach play-off of an UEFA club competition after losing 1–0 in the second leg.[14] At play-off round, Malota couldn't avoid the elimination at the hands of Trabzonspor as Süper Lig club reached group stage by winning 5–1 on aggregate.[15]

Return to Partizani Tirana[]

On 8 August 2016, Malota completed a move to Partizani Tirana for an undisclosed fee, returning at Red Bulls for the first time after seven years.[16] He was presented on the same day, where he penned a two-year contract, stating: "This is the right year to win the title",[17] while refused to show the reasons why he left Kukësi where he was the captain.[16] He had to wait until matchday 8 to made his debut as he entered as a second-half substitute in Partizani's 0–1 defeat of Korabi Peshkopi at Selman Stërmasi Stadium.[18] In the beginning of 2017, Malota finally won his place at the starting lineup, making four full-90 minutes appearances in February. He scored his first goal of the season on 20 February in the Capital derby against Tirana, heading home a Lorenc Trashi cross in an eventual 2–1 win at Selman Stërmasi Stadium.[19]

Malota left the club in the first days of January 2018 after being excluded from winter training camp in Antalya.[20] He finished his second stint at capital club by playing 35 appearances in all competitions.

Vllaznia Shkodër[]

On 10 January 2017, Vllaznia Shkodër completed the signing of Malota on a free transfer.[21] The player penned a contract running until the end of the season with an option to renew for another season.[22]

International career[]

Youth[]

Malota has represented Albania in under-19, -20 and -21 levels, but is yet to make his senior debut.

Under-20

In June 2009, Malota was called up by manager of under-20 side Artan Bushati to be part of the team at 2009 Mediterranean Games.[23] He captained his side in both matches of Group D; the first, a 1–2 loss to Tunisia,[24] and the second, a 0–3 loss to Spain which brought the elimination from the tournament.[25]

Under-21

Malota become part of under-21 squad for the remaining three matches of Group 1 qualifying campaign.[26] He played his first match on 20 August 2008 as Albania drew 1–1 against Greece at Ruzhdi Bizhuta Stadium.[27] Malota also played in the final two matches, receiving two yellow cards as Albania lost 0–4 to Croatia and drew 0–0 against Azerbaijan.[28][29] Albania finished Group 1 in 4th place with 12 points.[30]

Malota continued to be part of under-21 squad for the next European qualifying campaign where Albania was placed in Group 10.[31] He started in the team's opening match on 28 March 2009, a late loss home to Scotland.[32] He appeared in the next three matches as Albania finished 5th in their group, leaving behind only Azerbaijan.[33] Malota concluded his under-21 career by playing 7 matches and scoring no goals.

Career statistics[]

As of 17 December 2017[1][34][35]
Club Season League Cup Europe Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Besëlidhja Lezhë 2007–08 Albanian Superliga 5 0 0 0 — 5 0
Partizani Tirana 2008–09 Albanian Superliga 22 1 6 0 — 28 1
Dinamo Tirana 2009–10 Albanian Superliga 19 2 5 0 — 24 2
2010–11 13 0 5 0 1[a] 0 19 0
2011–12 18 2 1 0 — 19 2
Total 50 4 11 0 1 0 62 4
Kukësi 2012–13 Albanian Superliga 23 2 7 0 — 30 2
2013–14 29 0 8 0 8[b] 1 45 1
2014–15 34 1 5 0 0 0 39 0
2015–16 29 1 7 2 6[b] 0 42 3
2016–17 0 0 1 0 4[b] 0 4 0
Total 115 4 27 2 18 1 215 1
Partizani Tirana 2016–17 Albanian Superliga 20 1 1 0 — 21 1
2017–18 11 0 3 1 0 0 14 1
Total 31 1 4 1 0 0 35 2
Vllaznia Shkodër 2017–18 Albanian Superliga 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
Career total 221 10 48 3 19 1 288 14
  1. ^ All appearance(s) in UEFA Champions League
  2. ^ a b c All appearance(s) in UEFA Europa League

Honours[]

Dinamo Tirana[1]
Kukësi[1]

References[]

  1. ^ a b c d "Albania - R. Malota - Profile with news, career statistics and history". Soccerway. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  2. ^ "Kukësi firmos edhe me Alikajn dhe Malotën" [Kukësi signs with Alikaj and Malota] (in Albanian). Arkiva Shqiptare e Lajmeve. 9 August 2012. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  3. ^ "Kategoria Superiore/ Luftetari "mace e zeze" per Kukesin" [Albanian Superliga/ Luftëtari a “black cat” for Kukesin] (in Albanian). Albania Soccer. 27 August 2012. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  4. ^ Jonuz Hallaçi; Adela Merko (24 October 2012). "Thellohet kriza bardheblu, Kukësi bën "kurban" Tiranën…" [The white&blue crisis deepened, Kukësi “sacrifice” Tirana] (in Albanian). Panorama Sport. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  5. ^ "Luftëtari Gjirokastër vs. Kukësi 1 – 3". Soccerway. 10 February 2013. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  6. ^ "Teuta Durrës vs. Kukësi 1 – 1". Soccerway. 7 April 2013. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  7. ^ "Kategoria Superiore/ Kukesi ne feste, Skënderbeu kampion për të tretin sezon radhazi" [Albanian Superliga/ Kukësi celebrating, Skënderbeu champions for the third consecutive season] (in Albanian). Albania Soccer. 12 April 2013. Retrieved 21 December 2017.
  8. ^ "Arritje historike, Laçi në finale" [Historic achievement, Laçi in the final] (in Albanian). Arkiva Shqiptare e Lajmeve. 18 April 2013. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  9. ^ "UEFA Europa League 2013/14 - History Kukës". UEFA.com. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  10. ^ "Kukësi kundër Sarajevës" [Kukësi versus Sarajeva] (in Albanian). Borozani.com. 12 July 2013. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  11. ^ Fatjon Pandovski (2 August 2013). "Lowly Kukës continue to roar for Albania". Tirana: UEFA.com. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  12. ^ Denion Ndrenika (25 August 2013). "Kukësi kualifikohet për në turin e tretë, eliminoi Sarajevën" [Kukësi qualifies to the third round, eliminated Sarajeva] (in Albanian). Illyrian Press. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  13. ^ "Kukësi vs. Metalurh Donetsk 2 – 0". Soccerway. 1 August 2013. Retrieved 27 December 2017.
  14. ^ "Kukësi bën historinë, ekipi i parë shqiptar në play-off të Europa League" [Kukësi makes history, the first albanian team in play-off of Europa League] (in Albanian). Ora News. 8 August 2013. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  15. ^ Jonuz Hallaçi (29 August 2013). "Kukësi kryelartë, Skënderbeu një penallti larg grupeve…" [Kukësi cooky, Skënderbeu one penalty away from groups] (in Albanian). Panorama Sport. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
  16. ^ a b Sotir Kora (8 August 2016). "Partizani, prezantohet Renato Malota" [Partizani, Renato Malota presented] (in Albanian). SuperSport Albania. Retrieved 4 February 2017.
  17. ^ "Malota zyrtarisht i kuq, tregon arsyet pse zgjodhi skuadrën e Partizanit" [Malota officially red, shows the reasons why he choose the team of Partizani] (in Albanian). Newsport.al. 8 August 2016. Retrieved 4 February 2017.
  18. ^ "Korabi Peshkopi vs. Partizani Tirana". Soccerway. 22 October 2016. Retrieved 4 February 2017.
  19. ^ Andi Deçka (20 February 2017). "Derbi i kuq, Partizani fiton 2-1 ndaj Tiranes" [Derby is red, Partizani wins 2-1 against Tirana] (in Albanian). SuperSport Albania. Archived from the original on 3 March 2017. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
  20. ^ "EKSKLUZIVE/ Tërmet te Partizani, tre futbollistë të rëndësishëm mbeten jashtë listës" [EXCLUSIVE/ Earthquake at Partizani, three important players outside the list] (in Albanian). Panorama Sport. 7 January 2018. Retrieved 10 January 2018.
  21. ^ "ZYRTARE / Malota firmos për Vllazninë" [OFFICIAL / Malota signs for Vllaznia] (in Albanian). Sport Ekspres. 10 January 2018. Retrieved 10 January 2018.
  22. ^ "ZYRTARE/ Vllaznia blindon mbrojtjen, firmos edhe Renato Malota" [OFFICIAL / Vllaznia armor the defence, Renato Malota signs] (in Albanian). Sport Ekspres. 10 January 2018. Retrieved 10 January 2018.
  23. ^ "Peskara 2009, Shqipëria zbardh listën e futbollistëve" [Pescara 2009, Albania unveils the list of footballers] (in Albanian). Arkiva Shqiptare e Lajmeve. 17 June 2009. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  24. ^ ALB - TUN 1:2 (1:2) Wayback Machine
  25. ^ ESP - ALB 3:0 (2:0) Wayback Machine
  26. ^ "Albania squad 2009". UEFA.com. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  27. ^ "Sukaj edges Greece towards exit". UEFA.com. 20 August 2008. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  28. ^ "Albania scalp keeps Croatia in touch". UEFA.com. 5 September 2008. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  29. ^ "Albania and Azerbaijan finish with nothing". UEFA.com. 10 September 2008. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  30. ^ "Qualifying round Group 1". UEFA.com. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  31. ^ "Qualifying round Group 10". UEFA.com. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  32. ^ "Scotland sucker punch downs Albania". UEFA.com. 28 March 2009. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  33. ^ "Qualifying round Group 10". UEFA.com. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  34. ^ "Football : Renato Malota". Football Database. Retrieved 20 December 2017.
  35. ^ "AFA profile" (in Albanian). FSHF.org. Retrieved 20 December 2017.

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Sporting positions
Preceded by
 Albania U20 captain
2009 		Succeeded by
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