“We will invest everything” - Surge chase the title

The MHP Arena in Stuttgart is ready for the biggest day of the European League of Football season. On Sunday, September 7, the Stuttgart Surge and the Vienna Vikings will clash for the 2025 Championship, a game that promises both history and drama.

Different journeys, same goal

For the Surge, this final represents years of hard work and the dream of lifting the trophy in their own city. After heartbreak in 2023, when they fell short in the title game, the franchise rebuilt and refocused with the clear vision of returning to this stage. That mission has now been fulfilled, and the chance to win at home has become reality.

The Vikings enter Stuttgart with a tradition of excellence. Since joining the ELF in 2022, Vienna is now playing in their third Championship Game. They lifted the trophy once and fell just short last season. Their consistency and culture make them one of the most respected teams in European football, and they are determined to reclaim their place at the very top.

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A Coach’s words

As the city of Stuttgart prepares for this football festival, Surge Head Coach Jordan Neuman expressed what the moment means: "We stand in the final, and this is what we have worked for since the last game of the 2024 season. In front of our fans and families in Stuttgart, we will invest and sacrifice everything we have to bring the trophy home. We want to finally bring it home."

His words capture the anticipation of not only the team but also the entire fan base, which has followed the Surge on their journey back to the Championship Game.

A clash of leaders

On the opposite sideline stands Vikings Head Coach Chris Calaycay, a figure deeply connected to the history of European football. More than a decade ago, Neuman was part of his coaching staff in Vienna, and now the two face each other as rivals on the sport’s biggest stage. Their reunion adds another layer of intrigue to a matchup already rich with storylines.

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Countdown to kickoff

The Championship Game in Stuttgart is more than a final. It is the meeting of two programs built on resilience, tradition, and ambition. For the Surge, it is the chance to fulfill a promise to their fans and bring the trophy home. For the Vikings, it is another opportunity to show why they remain one of the most consistent forces in European football.

When kickoff comes on Sunday afternoon, one team will write a new chapter in ELF history, and the other will be left waiting for another chance.

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