ELF partners with Stats Perform for live data

European League of Football partners with Stats Perform - Bringing real-time data and AI analysis to every game

The European League of Football has entered a multi-year partnership with global sports data and technology leader Stats Perform. The collaboration will bring Opta’s official live data and AI-powered tools to all 16 ELF teams, starting from the 2025 season.

This exciting step will help grow the popularity of American Football in Europe and push the league’s digital coverage to a new level.

Real-time data and analysis for every game

From the 2025 season on, Stats Perform will provide live game data and detailed analytics for every ELF match. These insights will be used not only during TV broadcasts, but also on social media and other digital platforms - giving fans a deeper and more exciting way to experience the action.

"Our goal is to make American football a true mainstream sport in Europe," said Zeljko Karajica, CEO of the European League of Football. "With data-driven storytelling from Opta and AI tools from Stats Perform, we can help teams connect better with fans, give athletes more visibility, and grow our media reach."

Key features of the partnership

The collaboration includes powerful tools like:

• Opta Live: A real-time analysis tool offering deep insights into team and player performance — perfect for use in commentary, social media, and match reports.
• Opta Graphics: An automated graphic system that delivers matchday visuals, live stats, trends, and highlights — making it easy to engage fans instantly with professional content.
  A new chapter for American football in Europe

"American Football in Europe is at a turning point," said Steve Xeller, Chief Revenue Officer at Stats Perform. "The ELF has the potential to become a major cross-border sports brand. Our data and AI tools are designed to help turn casual viewers into loyal fans." This partnership is part of Stats Perform’s broader strategy to support fast-growing sports leagues around the world.