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Classroom of Champions: ELF Teams Get Their Grades
The curtain has fallen on the regular season, and as tradition dictates, the council gathers one last time. The grades are in, the exam papers have been marked, and it’s time to see which teams proudly move to the top of the class, which barely scraped a passing grade, and which will be stuck in detention until next year.
We could have done that division by division to hand out the grades, but here’s a little spoiler for the impatient: nobody really shone across the board. Ea
Aug 29, 2025


ELF Final Power Rankings
And just like that, the regular season of Europe’s premier league has come to an end.
It’s been one of the most thrilling campaigns yet, but before the playoffs begin, let’s take one last look back at everything that unfolded.
1st. Vienna Vikings 11-1
What a season, huh? In one of the decisive games, they completely crushed the Parisians’ ambition of reaching the playoffs. But it was far from an easy task, the battle went all the way to overtime before they could finally s
Aug 22, 2025


The Road to the Playoffs: Odds, Ifs, and Maybes
While everyone is wondering which teams still have a shot at the playoffs, we turned to ELFpedia.eu for some clarity, using math, not guesswork. ELF Pedia is a data-driven platform that provides valuable insights and up-to-date resources like current rosters, standings, and stats, which we often rely on for our coverage. Here’s how they broke down the playoff odds and who’s still in the race… and who’s not:
“We applied a probabilistic forecasting model using one million Mont
Aug 9, 2025


ELF Week 11 Power Rankings:
The playoff race is now well underway, with several compelling games already in the books. Which teams have climbed the standings, and which have lost ground? Here’s a closer look. Every next game is mentioned as “next-week” but obviously it’s after the league-around bye-week...
Jul 31, 2025


ELF Week 10 Power Rankings:
Another amazing week of action across European football fields has come to a conclusion. Some teams are charging full speed ahead, while others have seen their dreams come to an early end.
Is your team still in the running, or have they already been shown the door? Let’s break it all down together and take a closer look at who’s rising, who’s falling, and what it means for the road ahead.
1st. Vienna Vikings
Another dominant showing from the Austrian squads, further cement
Jul 24, 2025


ELF Week 9 Power Rankings:
From jaw-dropping plays to unexpected upsets, the weekend delivered all the drama and excitement fans could hope for. Now, it’s time to dive into the highs and lows, the standout performances and the surprising slip-ups. Are you ready to take a closer look at all the ups and downs from this past weekend on the gridiron?
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Jul 18, 2025


ELF Week 8 Power Rankings
Curious about what made headlines last week and what’s coming up in the days ahead? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you missed the action or just want a quick recap, we’ve got you covered. From standout moments and major upsets to what’s on the radar for the next few days, we’re diving into all the key highlights and upcoming stories you need to know. So sit back, get comfortable, and let’s take a closer look at the past week, and what’s waiting just around the corner
Jul 10, 2025


ELF Week 7 Power Rankings:
Each week is a better one and as our friend Matt Bressington said : It was the best ELF ball week we’ve ever seen.
1. Nordic Storm
Their scheduled matchup against the Mercenaries may have been postponed, but that doesn’t take away from their current form. Based on what we’ve seen so far this season, they’ve proven to be one of the most complete and dominant squads in the league. Alongside the Musketeers, they’ve clearly set themselves apart as one of the top contenders for
Jul 4, 2025


ELF Week 6 Power Rankings
What a week it’s been! The standings saw some serious shakeups, with several teams on the rise, and others starting to raise red flags. Let’s dive into who’s trending upward and, more importantly, who’s beginning to look a little worrying...
Jun 26, 2025


ELF Week 5 Power Rankings
Another week has come to a close, bringing with it yet another excellent opportunity to take a closer look at how each team is positioning itself and performing as the season continues to unfold.
1. Vienna Vikings
It was a bye week for this team. The real challenge of their season is just around the corner. Things will truly get going next week as they prepare to host the Rhein Fire in their highly anticipated Week 6 matchup.
2. Nordic Storm
The Storm completely dominated t
Jun 19, 2025


ELF Week 4 Power Rankings
Rising Powers, Fading Giants, and Everything In Between
Week 4 is in the books, and the weeks ahead are already shaping up to be just as exciting. With some powerhouse teams stumbling and others finding new life, the landscape is shifting fast. Let’s take a look at who came out on top — and who made the biggest statements — during an action-packed weekend of football.
1st. Vienna Vikings
Ben Holmes bounced back in a big way, leading the Vikings with authority after a tough
Jun 12, 2025


ELF Week 3 Power Rankings:
Here are our Power Rankings for Week 3 in the ELF: The Vienna Vikings take the top spot after a big defensive win over Rhein Fire, who drop to third. Nordic Storm stay unbeaten at #2, while Stuttgart Surge and Frankfurt Galaxy gain ground. Teams like the Musketeers continue to show both promise and concern, while others like Cologne and Fehérvár struggle to stay afloat. With every game counting more, the playoff picture is already starting to take shape.
Jun 8, 2025


ELF Week 2 Power Rankings
Another thrilling week on the field (and in the stands) brought plenty of excitement and some serious movement in the rankings. From unexpected upsets to dramatic finishes, this weekend had it all. We witnessed standout performances, rising stars, and teams stepping up when it mattered most. It’s moments like these that remind us why we love the game. So, who made the biggest statement this week? Let’s take a closer look at the teams that came out on top!
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May 30, 2025


ELF Week 1 Power Rankings: Stuttgart Surge Takes Control
The first week of the European League of Football (ELF) didn’t deliver many upsets, but it did show us where each team stands at the start of the season. Some franchises looked dominant, while others still have some work to do. Here's our updated Power Rankings after Week 1:
May 22, 2025


You Want Rhein? Good Luck – We’ve Seen What Happens Next
Despite winning back-to-back titles, Rhein’s mindset has not changed.
Despite losing the most lethal offensive one-two combo, Rhein’s mindset has not changed.
Despite an even more competitive league that saw all their rivals improve, Rhein’s mindset has not changed.
The mindset is to win—and not just win, but dominate.
The Rhein Fire have been an unstoppable force the past two years. With two MVPs leading the way in Jadrian Clark and Glen Toonga, the Rhein Fire found themse
May 16, 2025


European League of Football - Power Ranking
As the European League of Football prepares for another thrilling season, we rank all 16 teams based on roster strength, coaching, and championship potential. No
1. Vienna Vikings
Last year's runners-up reloaded impressively, replacing departures with even better talent. Their professional structure and late off-season moves make them the favorites in the title contention. The key to this amazing team in 2025 is “improvement on continuity,” both between the player and the c
May 15, 2025


Madrid Bravos at Rhein Fire (Wildcard Round)
In a highly anticipated Wildcard Round showdown, the reigning Champions Rhein Fire and Madrid Bravos will meet again, this time in Duisburg
Aug 31, 2024


RHEIN FIRE TAKE THEIR REVENGE
The Rhein Fire defeated the Madrid Bravos in a game in which several consecutive errors at the end of the second quarter, both by the team a
Jul 3, 2024


Willie P’s Revenge Game
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Madrid Bravos faced off against Rhein Fire at the Niederrhein Stadion in Oberhausen. This game marked t
Jun 11, 2024


Game Review: Rhein Fire at Frankfurt Galaxy in Offenbach
On a vibrant evening in Offenbach, 13,586 spectators gathered to witness the thrilling encounter between Rhein Fire and Frankfurt Galaxy.
Jun 6, 2024
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Lisboa Devils Complete Perfect Season with Maleo Bowl Victory Over Cascais Crusaders
The 2026 LPFA season has its champion.
After months of dominance, pressure, expectations, and increasingly difficult tests, the Lisboa Devils completed a perfect campaign, defeating the Cascais Crusaders 24–20 in the Maleo Bowl 2026 and finishing the season undefeated. But while the final result will forever show another Devils victory, the game itself was far from comfortable.
For one half, it genuinely felt like the Crusaders might pull off the upset.
A Final Worthy of t
3 days ago


D1 ELITE: EVERYTHING STILL TO PLAY FOR BEFORE THE PLAYOFFS BEGIN
One final weekend remains before the French D1 postseason arrives, and despite several teams already securing their positions, the regular season still has unfinished business to settle.
The North Conference picture is nearly complete after last week’s early showdown in Thonon-les-Bains, where the Molosses secured their playoff berth. In the South, however, tension remains everywhere. Toulouse, the Catalan Grizzlys and Aix-en-Provence all enter Week 10 with realistic hopes o
May 15


A Championhip For Sale!
The controversy had erupted days before the game. In that grey, murky area that social media so often becomes, the announcement of the Spanish Bowl venue was met with attacks on the Spanish American Football Federation (FEFA) and accusations of favouritism and lack of transparency.
But let us start at the beginning, if it is even possible to establish a clear starting point in a controversy that has overshadowed (or at least managed to divert attention from) Las Rozas Black
May 8


Top 10 Jerseys in Spain
The Spanish LNFA is on the rise and with the focus now on the playoffs, this is more of a laid-back ranking paying tribute to the best uniforms in the Mediterranean country.
The 2026 regular season of the LNFA has been one of the most competitive and balanced we have ever seen. After 40 games, 29 were decided by 15 points or less, meaning 72,5% or almost 3 out every 4 games was up for grabs deep in the 4th quarter.
Even more impressive is that 16 of those 40 games ended wit
May 1


Elite 5s is Back: Tournament 2 Hits Surrey Sports Park on April 18th
The first Elite 5s tournament rewrote the script on what British American football could look like on a single day. Now it's time to do it again, bigger, louder, and with even more on the line.
Elite 5s: NextGen lands at Surrey Sports Park on April 18th, bringing 144 of the best university-age players together across 8 teams in a pro bowl format. That's 13 games of full-contact, 5-a-side football packed into one day, and a £3,500 Moneyball prize pot waiting at the end of it.
Apr 13


BACK TO SCHOOL - IFL 2026 MIDTERM GRADES
With the Easter holidays already upon us, the IFL is taking a general Bye Week before resuming full steam ahead until the end of May with the Regular Season.
In this special edition of the Power Ranking, in addition to the usual commentary on the league games—only one this weekend—there's also a rating for the teams based on their performances this season.
1. Guelfi Firenze (A)
There's no getting around it. Guelfi Firenze's season start, undefeated in 14 consecutive game
Apr 2


WTF is going on in Spain?!
This is the most competitive season the LNFA has seen in decades, marked by the first loss of Las Rozas Black Demons in 2 years, who has recently fell against the Osos de Rivas.
After 9 weeks and 35 games played, we are in the midst of the LNFA season. With only one regular season week left, it’s safe to say that, at least this year, the Spanish league has turned into one of the most entertaining competitions in Europe.
I'm aware that a statement of that caliber is no joke,
Mar 31


Keegan McCormack-Reamer on Resilience, Resetting, and Starting Over
For Keegan McCormack-Reamer, this next move is about more than football. It is about trust, opportunity, and the chance to write a new chapter in a place that already feels familiar. As he begins his journey in Germany, the quarterback speaks openly about resilience, growth, and the motivation that continues to push him forward. With long-term goals, high standards, and a championship in his sights, he is approaching this fresh start with both gratitude and determination.
Ho
Mar 27


DAFL: A New Era for American Football in Southeastern Europe
American football in Southeast Europe is entering a new chapter with the creation of the Danube American Football League (DAFL). A regional competition built on ambition, collaboration, and a shared vision for growth.
The league was not created overnight. The idea of a regional competition had been circulating since 2019, when something close to a true regional platform last existed. Over the years, founding teams met in different competitive contexts. The Bucharest Titans p
Mar 19
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