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Malta’s ‘little football warrior’ soldiers on after successful operation
Stay strong, big guy!

Jillian Mallia

Little Kane Debattista, local football club Floriana FC’s number one fan, flew to the UK a few days ago to undergo an operation that will hopefully cure him of his cancer.

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Lyton Debattista / Facebook

Relatives and friends of the family posted on social media earlier today, breaking the news of Kane’s successful operation. The little champion even woke up with a smile on his face!

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Lyton Debattista / Facebook

Comments have been flooding in on social media, as locals send heartfelt messages to little Kane and his family. “God bless little angel,” “Stay strong champ” and “Great news!” were among the many comments by locals waiting for news about the little boy who stole their hearts.

Floriana FC and Juventus Club Malta also expressed their warm wishes for Kane’s safe return to Malta.

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Left image: Floriana FC / Facebook, right image: Juventus Club Malta Cuore Bianconero / Facebook

Ryan Debattista, Kane’s father, thanked Puttinu Cares and the Maltese population for their generosity.

We’re rooting for you, champ!

16th January 2019


Jillian Mallia
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Jillian Mallia
A book lover, writer and globetrotter who loves exploring new places and the local gems that the Maltese Islands have to offer. An avid foodie and arts fanatic, Jillian searches the island and beyond for the perfect settings to write about.

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