Stefano Munafo

Stefano Munafo is an Italian poker player who has gained recognition for his performances in European live tournaments. While still building his career, he has already demonstrated skill in navigating large fields and making deep runs.

2024 Battle of Malta Spring Edition – Main Event

In April 2024, Munafo entered the €600 Battle of Malta Spring Edition Main Event, which drew 1,814 entries. He progressed through the field and reached the latter stages. On Day 2, with 40 players remaining and five tables left, Munafo doubled up when his 5♥5♦ held against A♦J♦ on a 9♦4♦3♥ flop, with a 9♥Q♠ runout. He eventually finished in 22nd place, earning €5,840. The hand that ended his tournament came when he three-bet to 300,000 with Q♥Q♣, only to run into A♠Q♠ on a J♣K♥T♠ flop, giving his opponent a flopped Broadway straight. Munafo called off his stack on the turn and was eliminated.

Based on available hand histories, Munafo employs an aggressive three-betting strategy and is willing to make large bets with made hands. He is also capable of making disciplined folds and deep-thinking calls, as seen when he tanked for over five minutes before calling a turn bet with an overpair. His style suits the deep-stack structure of major live events.

With a cash in a major Battle of Malta event, Munafo has shown he can compete against large fields. As he continues to play both live and online events, he is a player to watch in the Italian poker scene.