Stuttgart Surge

As the 2025 European League of Football season heads into Week 5, the competition is heating up — and so is the race for consistency. While the Vienna Vikings remain firmly at the top, several teams are starting to rise, fall, or find their identity. Here’s how all 16 teams stack up after an action-packed Week 4. 1. Vienna Vikings Previous Ranking: 1 The Vikings continue their dominant run, proving once again why they’re the team to beat. Their commanding win over the Raiders in the Battle of Austria leaves no doubt — Vienna stays at the top. 2. Stuttgart Surge Previous Ranking: 2 Sometimes a loss is a blessing in disguise. Since their opening defeat, the Surge have looked focused, polished, and powerful. They’re finally playing to their full potential. 3. Nordic Storm Previous Ranking: 3 Still unbeaten and coming off their bye week, the Storm remain steady at No. 3. With a red-hot QB, big-play receivers, and a stingy defense, their Week 5 matchup against Frankfurt will be a true test. 4. Frankfurt Galaxy Previous Ranking: 6 With three straight wins, the Galaxy are rising fast. Despite missing key starters, their backups stepped up against Cologne, keeping Frankfurt near the top of the standings. Watch all games with the ELF Game Pass! 5. Paris Musketeers Previous Ranking: 7 Paris impressed with a statement win over Rhein Fire. Their defense shined once again, but offensive inconsistencies remain. Their upcoming bye week gives them time to fine-tune. 6. Munich Ravens Previous Ranking: 5 The Ravens slide one spot after a tough loss to Stuttgart. Despite a strong finish, early mistakes cost them. A bounce-back performance against Helvetic is now a must. 7. Madrid Bravos Previous Ranking: 8 The Bravos continue to build momentum with another offensive explosion. Reid Sinnett and Aron Cruickshank are forming one of the league’s most dangerous duos. 8. Rhein Fire Previous Ranking: 4 Rhein Fire drops four spots after a tough showing against Paris. Offensive struggles and uncharacteristic errors exposed cracks. With key coaching changes, the team now needs to regroup fast. Watch the GAZi Hero Plays of the Week 4! 9. Hamburg Sea Devils Previous Ranking: 10 Hamburg impressed with a dominant win over Berlin. Their defense created four interceptions, and the offense found rhythm. A big test awaits in Week 5 against Rhein Fire. 10. Raiders Tirol Previous Ranking: 9 The Raiders drop one place after being outclassed in the Battle of Austria. With the run game shut down, their offense struggled. New QB N’Kosi Perry needs more time to sync. 11. Prague Lions Previous Ranking: 12 Prague’s growth is finally translating into wins. A strong all-around performance against Wroclaw shows this team is on the rise. Their Week 5 bye comes at a perfect time for adjustments. 12. Wroclaw Panthers Previous Ranking: 10 The Panthers fall after being overwhelmed by Prague. Issues on the offensive line continue to plague QB DJ Irons Jr., and their rushing attack remains ineffective. Get your tickets for all ELF games here! 13. Berlin Thunder Previous Ranking: 13 Berlin’s skid continues with a third straight loss. The offense needs a spark, and two new import signings aim to deliver just that. It’s a critical week for Thunder to bounce back. 14. Helvetic Mercenaries Previous Ranking: 14 Coming off a bye week, the Mercenaries now face the Munich Ravens. A good performance could finally give them a much-needed push up the rankings. 15. Fehérvár Enthroners Previous Ranking: 15 Despite showing flashes, Fehérvár continues to struggle on both sides of the ball. Missed tackles and inconsistent offense remain key issues. Improvement is needed fast. 16. Cologne Centurions Previous Ranking: 16 Still winless, but showing fight. Cologne continues to develop, and while the journey ahead is long, the team’s spirit could make them a surprise threat later in the season. Week 5 promises several key matchups that could shake up the standings even further. From top-tier clashes to redemption games, every team has something to prove — and everything to play for. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now!

With four weeks of action in the books, standout players from across the European League of Football are beginning to separate themselves from the pack. From big passing numbers to dominant defensive plays, these athletes are setting the standard early in the 2025 season. Here's a look at the current stat leaders: Build your own team with ELF Fantasy! Passing Yards Leaders #1 Reid Sinnett (Madrid Bravos): 1,431 yards #2 Jakeb Sullivan (Berlin Thunder): 1,240 yards #3 Reilly Hennessey (Stuttgart Surge): 859 yards Rushing Yards Leaders #1 Sandro Platzgummer (Frankfurt Galaxy): 405 yards #2 Chrisman Kyei (Hamburg Sea Devils): 341 yards #3 Tobias Bonatti (Raiders Tirol): 325 yards Receiving Yards Leaders #1 Aron Cruickshank (Madrid Bravos): 681 yards #2 Brendan Beaulieu (Nordic Storm): 395 yards #3 Malik Stanley (Munich Ravens): 363 yards Get your tickets for all ELF games here! Watch the Top 10 Plays of Week 4 Tackle Leaders #1 Aleksandar Borkovic (Fehérvár Enthroners): 54 tackles #2 Toby Naylor (Frankfurt Galaxy): 42 tackles #3 Souleymane Karamoko (Paris Musketeers): 38 tackles Sack Leaders #1 Max Parkinson (Nordic Storm): 5 sacks #2 Chris Mulumba (Stuttgart Surge): 4.5 sacks #3 Lucky Ogbevoen (Vienna Vikings): 4.5 sacks Interception Leaders #1 Nazir Streater (Hamburg Sea Devils): 3 Interceptions #2 Jan Mayerhofer (Raiders Tirol): 2 Interceptions #3 Raheem Simiram-Wilson (Stuttgart Surge): 2 Interceptions Kicking Leaders #1 Alvaro Penas Orjas (Madrid Bravos): 26 points #2 Marek Hrubon (Prague Lions): 26 points #3 Timo Bronn (Stuttgart Surge): 26 points As the season heats up, these leaders will be looking to stay on top — or defend their spot — in the weeks ahead. Watch all games with the ELF Game Pass!

The late slate of the Week 4 matchups in the European League of Football had everything a football fan desires. A dominating offensive and defensive performance by the Frankfurt Galaxy and a close game between the Munich Ravens and the Stuttgart Surge.  Cologne Centurions AT Frankfurt Galaxy  Score: 15 -47  The Frankfurt Galaxy left no doubt in their dominant performance against the Cologne Centurions today in their Week 4 matchup. Frankfurt stormed out to a commanding 26-0 lead in the first half, completely controlling the game on both sides of the ball. The Centurions struggled heavily on offense, managing only two passing first downs and converting just 4 of 13 third downs – a clear sign of their inefficiency. Galaxy quarterback Matthew McKay delivered a solid performance, completing 15 of 23 passes for 170 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. However, the true standout of the game was running back Gerald Ameln, who exploded for 170 rushing yards and a touchdown on just 16 carries, averaging an incredible 10.63 yards per attempt. The Centurions had no answers defensively or offensively, and this lopsided loss will raise serious questions heading into the next week. Frankfurt, meanwhile, looked like a team on a mission.  Munich Ravens AT Stuttgart Surge  Score: 28 - 36  Stuttgart Surge came out firing in their matchup against the Munich Ravens, jumping to a quick 17-0 lead in the first quarter and setting the tone for the rest of the game. The Ravens appeared overwhelmed early but fought back with determination in the second half. Munich scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, showing flashes of their offensive potential, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback. The Surge defense stepped up when it mattered most, securing key stops and preserving their lead in the closing minutes. Offensively, Stuttgart executed efficiently and maintained control throughout the game despite late pressure from the Ravens. While Munich’s late rally demonstrated grit, their slow start proved too much to overcome. Stuttgart secured a hard-earned victory and showed they can start fast and finish strong – a promising sign for their goal in the 2025 season - a deep playoff run.  © Schrick / Frankfurt Galaxy

After a spectacular Saturday, the European League of Football usually follows with a spectacular Sunday. Week 4 also promises a lot on Sunday. Let's take a look on some storylines. Prague Lions at Wroclaw Panthers - 13:00 CET First victory against the Panthers? The Prague Lions secured their first win of the season last week against the Fehérvár Enthroners. However, the franchise is still waiting for a victory against the Wroclaw Panthers. The two teams have faced each other four times in the ELF so far, with the Polish team winning all four games. Will things be different this time? How to watch today's ELF games live Paris Musketeers at Rhein Fire - 13:00 CET Revenge for Musketeers? Here we go again! Three weeks after their last game, the Paris Musketeers and Rhein Fire face each other once more. In Week 1, the current ELF champions secured a narrow 17-15 victory. Will the Musketeers get their revenge in week 4? Cologne Centurions at Frankfurt Galaxy - 16:25 CET The big reunion This game promises to be extra spicy. In Cologne Centurions vs. Frankfurt Galaxy, several protagonists will face their old team. Galaxy star running back Gerald Ameln, Kevin Kreider, and Martin Pinter played for the Centurions last season. Galaxy players Matej Bencek, Jahn Jesus Lara Perez, and Paul Kavadia-Lenhardt also have a Centurions past. Centurions head coach Javan Lenhardt spent the last two years as defensive back coach for Galaxy. Who will win and show their former team what they're made of? Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now! Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge - 16:25 CET Who will be crowned king of the south? The undefeated Munich Ravens (2:0) and Stuttgart Surge (2:1), the best teams in southern Germany, will face each other. Who will win and be crowned king of the south? A victory would be particularly important for Stuttgart Surge. The current top team in the West Division is determined to reach the 2025 Championship Game, which will take place on September 7 in Stuttgart. To do so, Surge needs every victory it can get. Get your tickets for the 2025 ELF Championship Game!

Week 4 of the European League of Football season 2025 is ahead of us. Here’s where you can watch all the action live: Global Access -DAZN: Watch every ELF game with the ELF Game Pass -Sportworld: All games available as Pay-Per-View (PPV) worldwide Watch the Top 10 Plays of Week 3 here! National Access Saturday Games - June 7 -Puls 24, Joyn AT and Puls24.at (Austria): Raiders Tirol at Vienna Vikings – 18 CET  -ORF Sport+ (Austria): Raiders Tirol at Vienna Vikings – 18 CET -Ran.de and Joyn DE (Germany): Berlin Thunder at Hamburg Sea Devils – 18:00 CET Sunday Games - June 8 -O2 Sport (Czech Republic): Prague Lions at Wroclaw Panthers – 13:00 CET -POLSAT (Poland): Prague Lions at Wroclaw Panthers – 13:00 CET -ProSiebenMaxx and Joyn DE (Germany): Paris Musketeers at Rhein Fire – 13:00 CET, Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET -SportyTV (South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya): Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET -Nusso Futebol TV (Brazil): Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET -FUBO TV (USA & Canada): Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET -MaxSport HR (Croatia): Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET -Molotov TV (France): Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge – 16:25 CET Whether you’re watching from Europe, Africa, the Americas, or beyond — Week 4 of the ELF is ready to deliver top football action to your screen! WATCH ALL ELF GAMES LIVE WITH ELF GAME PASS!  

New week, new luck? Week 4 also has some top games in store for fans of the European League of Football. As we do every week, let's take a look: Battle of Austria: Raiders Tirol at Vienna Vikings The battle of Austria enters its next chapter as the Vienna Vikings take on the Raiders Tirol. It will be the seventh meeting between the two teams, with the Vikings having won every game so far. Can the Raiders finally turn the tide? Tirol started the season strongly, claiming high-scoring wins over the Cologne Centurions and the Helvetic Mercenaries. Their only defeat came in a 720 loss to the still-undefeated Munich Ravens. The Vikings, also unbeaten, enter the matchup as clear favorites. For the Raiders (2:1), a win is crucial to stay in contention in the highly competitive Southern Conference. Paris Musketeers at Rhein Fire After a narrow 7:12 loss to the Vienna Vikings, Rhein Fire is gearing up for its next major challenge. Despite undergoing a significant roster overhaul during the offseason, the reigning ELF champions have continued to perform at a high level. Now, the Paris Musketeers one of last season's top contenders await the German side. Although the Musketeers current 1:2 record may seem less threatening than last year, both losses were by a mere two points, including a tight 15:17 defeat to Rhein Fire in Week 1. Are we going to see another close match between these two teams? And are the Musketeers able to get their revenge? Munich Ravens at Stuttgart Surge  The Munich Ravens head into Week 4 of the ELF season undefeated. The team has impressed with consistently strong performances, especially in the run game, which has seen significant improvement. After a bye week, the Ravens return to action well-rested for a real German clash. Their opponent, Stuttgart Surge, still has its sights set firmly on the Championship Game, set to take place in Stuttgart on September 7th. Despite a narrow 0:6 loss to the Paris Musketeers earlier in the season, Surge rebounded last weekend with a dominant 53-point offensive performance against the Hamburg Sea Devils. Whether they can repeat that kind of showing against the in-form Ravens remains to be seen.   Don't miss a single of those Games - get your Game Pass on DAZN!

The unbeaten Vienna Vikings are still the bookmakers' favorite to win the European League of Football title. At "Interwetten" and "SportyBet", the odds for the 2022 Austrian champions went down from 3.5 top 3.25. The 2023 and 2024 champions, the Rhein Fire from Düsseldorf, are close behind, despite their loss to Vienna last weekend. The odds for Rhein Fire to win the title are currently 4.0. They are followed by Stuttgart Surge (4.3), Nordic Storm (5.5), Frankfurt Galaxy (6.0) and Paris Musketeers (8.0). The so far unbeaten Nordic Storm enter the Top5 for the first time. Since Game Week 2, various global betting providers have been offering bets on the European League of Football, including Interwetten, SportyBet, Tipicio, Winamax, Neobet, bet365 und Betano.  

After an eventful third week in the European League of Football, it's time to take a fresh look at how the teams stack up. From championship rematches to dominant shutouts, Week 3 delivered plenty of storylines that shaped this updated Power Ranking. 1. Vienna Vikings Previous Ranking: 2 The Vienna Vikings got their revenge for the 2024 Championship Game by defeating Rhein Fire with an impressive defensive performance. Holding Fire to just 7 points, the Vikings proved they are currently the hottest team in the league. 2. Stuttgart Surge Previous Ranking: 4 Stuttgart bounced back strong after their Week 2 loss by dominating the Hamburg Sea Devils. Scoring in all three phases and shutting down the Sea Devils’ dangerous run game, Surge made a powerful statement. 3. Nordic Storm Previous Ranking: 5 The Nordic Storm are now 3-0 in their debut season — joining the Vikings and Munich Ravens as the only undefeated teams. Their defense was lights out in Week 3, shutting out Berlin in their first-ever home game. Now, they can rest during their well-earned bye week. 4. Rhein Fire Previous Ranking: 1 Fire drop after a frustrating offensive showing against the Vikings, scoring just one touchdown. They’ve only played two games so far, but their 24 total points is a far cry from the explosive Fire we’ve seen in previous seasons. 5. Munich Ravens Previous Ranking: 6 Even with a bye week, the Ravens rise in the rankings. Their physical defense and big-play offense have impressed, and they’ll get a real test in Week 4 when they take on Stuttgart Surge. 6. Frankfurt Galaxy Previous Ranking: 7 A last-second field goal gave Frankfurt the edge over Paris. Matthew McKay and the offense were explosive early, while the defense dominated for most of the game. Though they nearly let it slip away, Galaxy showed they can contend with the league’s best. 7. Paris Musketeers Previous Ranking: 3 Despite a late comeback, the Musketeers' offense struggled for most of the game. Their defense couldn’t hold Frankfurt early either. They’ll need to find consistency on both sides to rise again. 8. Madrid Bravos Previous Ranking: 8 The Bravos earned their second win of the season, but defensive issues remain. They’ve now given up 35+ points in two straight games. Until their defense improves, it’s hard to rank them any higher. Watch the Top 10 Plays of Week 3 here! 9. Raiders Tirol Previous Ranking: 10 The Raiders continue to lean on their dominant run game and defense. Even without Conor Miller, they cruised to victory in Week 3. With N’Kosi Perry back under center, they’ll face their biggest test yet in the “Battle of Austria” vs. Vienna. 10. Wroclaw Panthers Previous Ranking: 9 The Panthers slide one spot during their bye week, as the Raiders earned another win and added a new QB. Wroclaw will need to prove themselves again in Week 4 against Prague. 11. Hamburg Sea Devils Previous Ranking: 11 Hamburg stay in the same spot despite a tough loss to Stuttgart. Most of the points they allowed came from self-inflicted mistakes. If they can clean those up, they have the tools to climb. 12. Prague Lions Previous Ranking: 13 Prague earn their first win and move up a spot. Adam Zouzelka stood out on offense, but QB Javarian Smith still struggles to get the passing game going. Week 4 vs. Wroclaw is a key test. 13. Berlin Thunder Previous Ranking: 12 Thunder drop after a shutout loss to Nordic Storm. The injuries to Bryce Goggin and Jakeb Sullivan make things even tougher. They need a strong showing in Week 4 to bounce back. 14. Helvetic Mercenaries Previous Ranking: 14 The Mercenaries are still searching for their first win, but at least the offense showed signs of life with 35 points. The defense, however, remains a concern — allowing 44+ points in every game. 15. Fehérvár Enthroners Previous Ranking: 15 With QB Brock Domann on IR, homegrown Máté Hegedüs is leading the offense. New imports Jon Cole and Rashad Still give him weapons, but we still need to see results before they rise. 16. Cologne Centurions Previous Ranking: 16 Cologne stay at the bottom. The QB situation remains unclear, and the defense has struggled all season. They'll need big changes to escape the basement. As we head into Week 4, the league is beginning to take shape — but with key matchups ahead, expect more movement in the Power Rankings soon. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now!

The Stuttgart Surge have added a familiar face to their roster, bringing back linebacker Sasan Jelvani for his third ELF season. After a convincing win over the Hamburg Sea Devils in Week 3, the Surge continue to strengthen their defense as they push toward their goal of reaching the Championship Game — right in their home city. Proven talent returns to strengthen defense Jelvani is well known for his smart and aggressive style of play. A member of the 2023 ELF Second All-Star Team, he stood out for his tackling ability, awareness, and play recognition. His return adds even more depth and leadership to an already strong Surge defense. In the 2024 season, Jelvani played in 12 games and recorded 47 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 14 defensive stops, and 3 forced fumbles. His consistent performance made him one of the most reliable defenders on the field. Surge send a clear message With this signing, Stuttgart sends a clear message: they are all in for a championship run. By bringing back a proven defensive playmaker like Jelvani, the Surge continue to build a team that’s ready to compete at the highest level in 2025. Don't miss a single Surge game - Get your Game Pass now!

When Stuttgart Surge and Munich Ravens face off at the GAZi-Stadion on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 4:25 p.m., it will mark the fifth meeting between the two teams. It’s a battle for supremacy in Southern Germany. The four previous matchups between these two rivals have always been emotional, tough, and intense. The two teams met twice in the 2023 season, which was the Munich Ravens' debut year in the European League of Football. In Munich, the Surge dominated and won 28-9. In the return game Munich got its revenge with a narrow victory of 32-30. Brave start for Russell Tabor One year later, in the 2024 season, the two teams played each other in large stadiums. The teams kicked off the season in the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim, where Stuttgart demonstrated its superiority with a decisive score of 27-5. The second game, held at Nuremberg's Max-Morlock-Stadion, also ended in a decisive victory for the Surge, with a final score of 38:22. Now, the Ravens are coming off their bye week in Week 3 and will play their first away game of the season. The Ravens have won both of their games so far. In addition to Munichs new young quarterback Russell Tabor, who started brave with six touchdowns and three interceptions in just two games, the Ravens have several key players. These include German running back Justin Rodney, who played for the Frankfurt Galaxy from 2021 to 2022, winning the 2021 ELF Championship Game. This season, Rodney has generated 211 yards and scored two touchdowns. Impressive numbers. Among the pass receivers, Malik Stanley, is particularly noteworthy. The American has caught 19 passes for 256 yards and four touchdowns for the Ravens so far. Hennessey-Geyer duo once again on fire   On Stuttgart's end you have to watch out for the Hennessey-Geyer duo. Quarterback Reilly Hennessey achieved a quarterback rating of 105 in the first three games of the current season. And there are already three touchdowns in the books for Wide Receiver Louis Geyer. So, the stage is set for another exciting duel between the two top teams in the south of Germany. Watch live - with ELF Game Pass!  

Homegrown players continue to shine in the European League of Football. In Week 3, we saw exciting games, big wins, and many standout performances from local talents across the league. From powerful runs to game-changing catches and key defensive plays — Europe’s finest homegrowns made their mark. Running back duo turns heads Two running backs stood out in Week 3. First, Adam Zouzelka of the Prague Lions had a big day against the Fehérvár Enthroners. The 23-year-old Czech, a 2023 Offensive Rookie of the Year nominee, was his team’s leading rusher and receiver. He rushed with an average of 4.13 yards per carry, scored two touchdowns, and caught three passes for 67 yards — helping his team secure their first win of the season. In Cologne, Jan Wiesauer stepped into the spotlight for the Raiders Tirol. While Tobias Bonatti was the star last week, Wiesauer took over this time with an impressive 110 rushing yards and three touchdowns on just 17 carries. At 25, he’s having a breakout season and proving the strength of the Raiders’ backfield. Get your tickets for all ELF games here! Top receivers lead the way Louis Geyer, the ELF’s all-time leader in receiving yards, showed once again why he’s one of the league’s best. In Surge's huge 53-14 win, he needed just five catches to record 118 yards and three touchdowns. Geyer was nearly impossible to stop and is currently the Surge’ receiving yards leader. In Paris, Hugo Tekedam continues to build strong chemistry with quarterback Jaylon Henderson. The French receiver had 10 catches for 91 yards and two touchdowns, making him the top receiver for the Musketeers — even with star import Austin Mitchell on the roster. Wathlowitsch steps up in championship rematch The much-anticipated rematch between Vienna Vikings and Rhein Fire lived up to the hype. In a physical and competitive game, one local defender made the difference. Alexander Wathlowitsch, linebacker for the Vikings, played a fantastic game with six tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss, and two pass breakups. His performance helped shut down Rhein Fire’s offense and earned him the RAN MVP of the game. Local stars shine bright Week after week, homegrown players continue to show just how much talent European football has to offer. With more big matchups coming in Week 4, expect these names — and many more — to stay in the spotlight. Watch all games with the ELF Game Pass!

On Saturday, the Stuttgart Surge made an enormous statement, dismantling the Hamburg Sea Devils 53-14 in a one-sided affair at Bremen’s Weserstadion. After a disappointing loss to the Paris Musketeers in Week 2, the Surge bounced back in dominant fashion, controlling all three phases of the game and handing Hamburg a rough start to their home campaign. Stuttgart wasted no time asserting themselves. On the very first play, Hamburg quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa - brother of NFL star Tua Tagovailoa - threw a pick-six to Surge defensive back Raheem Simiram-Wilson. It was a nightmare start for the Sea Devils and set the tone for the evening. “When you’ve had a tough day like the offense did last week, it obviously helps a lot when you come out and make some big plays and get some good plays,” said Surge head coach Jordan Neuman. “I expected us to come back today and show our strengths.” And they showed them indeed. The Hennessey-Geyer duo, which had been quiet against Paris, lit up the field. Quarterback Reilly Hennessey threw three touchdown passes to wide receiver Louis Geyer in the first half, rediscovering their chemistry just when it mattered.  Stuttgart's defense on fire The Surge defense, however, may have stolen the show. In addition to Simiram-Wilson’s opening pick-six, defenders Mitch Fettig, Julian Ludwig Mayorga, Nick Wenzelburger, Berend Grube, and Marko Vidackovic all recorded interceptions. Lasse Engel even turned a broken-up pass into another pick-six. Constant pressure up front - highlighted by sacks from Chris Mulumba and Robert Lachmann - left Hamburg’s offense in disarray. Linebacker Nikolas Knoblauch, who produced 10 tackles against the Sea Devils, continued his run of dominant performances. “We have to stay focused,” said Sea Devils general manager Mark Weitz after the game. “Even though things didn’t go our way on the field, we saw what our fans bring to this team - goosebumps.” Despite the heavy loss, the support in the stands was unwavering. The Weserstadion was electric, but the Sea Devils simply could not match Stuttgart’s pace or precision.  A rough first act for Division I QB Tagovailoa All eyes were on Taulia Tagovailoa in his ELF debut, but it was an outing to forget. Completing just 5 of 17 passes, Tagovailoa was hounded by a relentless Stuttgart pass rush and threw one interception which was returned for a touchdown. While the talent is there, Saturday’s game was a harsh introduction to the speed and complexity of the Stuttgart Surge defense. The Sea Devils replaced him at halftime with Moritz Maack, who brought more stability and added two touchdown passes in the second half. How far can the Surge go? The Stuttgart Surge will now return home to face the Munich Ravens on Sunday, June 8th, in what promises to be an explosive South German derby. With their offense back in rhythm and the defense firing on all cylinders, they will enter the matchup with high confidence. For the Hamburg Sea Devils, it is back to the drawing board. But they will do so at a meaningful venue - returning to the historic Stadion Hoheluft for the first time in over a year to host the Berlin Thunder. It’s a chance for redemption, and perhaps for Tagovailoa to write a very different chapter. © Jonas Wicker / Hamburg Sea Devils 

Week 3 of the European League of Football is here! We already saw a lot of highlights in the first two weeks of the season. Here is a recap of the third game of Week 3. Stuttgart Surge at Hamburg Sea Devils Score: 53-14 The Stuttgart Surge dominated the Hamburg Sea Devils in Week 3. The Surge established a huge lead early, leading 40–0 at halftime. Quarterback Reilly Hennessey contributed with an efficient 3 touchdown game through the air. Hennessey was able to find Geyer three times for 118 yards and three scores.  Overall, the Surge defense was the story in this game, scoring on special teams and forcing 3 interceptions. Overall they held the Sea Devils to 107 yards passing and had 4 sacks. This game was huge for the Surge as they bounce back from last week’s defeat in Paris with a resounding win.  It was a very hard debut for Hamburg's new quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa. He was replaced mid of the game by Moritz Maack, who managed to achieve 2 touchdowns for the Sea Devils. © Henning Rohlfs   

Welcome to the third edition of our weekly series highlighting the most exciting games in the European League of Football. As we head into Game Week 3, the battles on the field are heating up, and the stakes are getting higher. Let’s take a look at three games that stand out this weekend — each filled with storylines, pressure, and top-level football. Stuttgart Surge at Hamburg Sea Devils - Bounce back or statement win? Stuttgart Surge is looking for redemption after their Week 2 loss against Paris, where their offense struggled to score a single point. Their defense, however, remains one of the strongest in the league, and they’ll need it to stop the dangerous Sea Devils run game. Hamburg, on the other hand, comes into their first home game of the season full of confidence after a big win against Prague. Their defense has been the star so far, and with new quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa making his ELF debut, they’ll look to prove they belong among the league’s top teams. Get your tickets for all ELF games here! Paris Musketeers at Frankfurt Galaxy - Defense vs Firepower The Musketeers' defense was outstanding in Week 2, holding the high-powered Surge offense to zero points. But while the defense has been elite, the Paris offense has only scored 21 points across two games. That needs to change quickly — especially against a Galaxy team that just scored 47 points in a thrilling shootout win over Madrid. This matchup is also key in the West Division race. A win for either side could set the tone for who might lead the division in the coming weeks. Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire - A championship rematch This is the big one. The Vienna Vikings are 2-0 and look sharp on both sides of the ball. But now comes their toughest challenge yet: Rhein Fire. Fire had a bye week in Week 2 and used that time to prepare for this game — one that brings back memories of the 2024 Championship Game, where they beat the Vikings to become back-to-back champions. Both teams are undefeated. Both want to prove they’re still the best. Expect fireworks. Plenty on the line this weekend — bragging rights, division battles, and championship dreams. Game Week 3 could give us a glimpse of what’s to come in 2025. Watch all ELF games with the ELF Game Pass!

Week 3 of the European League of Football season 2025 is ahead of us. Here’s where you can watch all the action live: Global Access -DAZN: Watch every ELF game with the ELF Game Pass -Sportworld: All games available as Pay-Per-View (PPV) worldwide National Access Saturday Games - May 31 -Puls 24, Joyn AT and Puls24.at (Austria): Raiders Tirol vs. Cologne Centurions – 17:00 CET -O2 Sport (Czech Republic): Prague Lions vs. Fehérvár Enthroners – 15:00 CET -Ran.de and Joyn DE (Germany): Stuttgart Surge vs. Hamburg Sea Devils – 18:00 CET Sunday Games - June 1 -Puls 24, Joyn AT and Puls24.at (Austria): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -ProSiebenMaxx and Joyn DE (Germany): Paris Musketeers vs. Frankfurt Galaxy – 13:00 CET, Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -SportyTV (South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -Nusso Futebol TV (Brazil): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -FUBO TV (USA & Canada): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -MaxSport HR (Croatia): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -Molotov TV (France): Vienna Vikings at Rhein Fire – 16:25 CET -PlutoTV (Denmark): Berlin Thunder at Nordic Storm - 13:00 CET Whether you’re watching from Europe, Africa, the Americas, or beyond — Week 3 of the ELF is ready to deliver top football action to your screen! WATCH ALL ELF GAMES LIVE WITH ELF GAME PASS!

As we head into Week 3 of the European League of Football, every game starts to matter more. Saturday brings four exciting matchups across the league, featuring teams still looking for their first win, key injury replacements, and battles that could shape the playoff race early in the season. Prague Lions at Fehérvár Enthroners - 15:00 CET Who Gets Their First Win? Both the Lions and the Enthroners are still searching for their first victory of the 2025 season. This game is a must-win for both sides. The Prague Lions suffered a tough loss against the Sea Devils in Week 2. Poor discipline and a weak run defense led to their defeat. The Enthroners, meanwhile, were beaten badly by the Vienna Vikings and lost their starting quarterback Brock Domann to injury. Now, homegrown quarterback Máté Hegedüs will step up and try to lead his team to their first win in front of their home fans. Raiders Tirol at Cologne Centurions - 17:00 CET Time to Respond The Raiders bounced back in Week 2 with a big win over the Helvetic Mercenaries, even after losing their quarterback Conor Miller early in the game. Their running backs carried the offense and dominated. The Centurions had a bye in Week 2, giving them extra time to prepare. After their heavy Week 1 loss to the Berlin Thunder, they are ready to respond and show that they belong in the competition. Get your tickets for all ELF games here! Stuttgart Surge at Hamburg Sea Devils - 18:00 CET A Test of Strength Stuttgart Surge wants to bounce back after their surprising loss to Paris in Week 2, where their offense struggled for the first time this season. Their strong defense will be tested again, this time by the Sea Devils' powerful rushing attack and new quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa. Hamburg is coming off a big win and will try to prove they are a real playoff contender in their first home game. Helvetic Mercenaries at Madrid Bravos - 20:00 CET Back on Track? The Mercenaries are still trying to find their rhythm. Too many penalties, timing issues in the passing game, and an inconsistent defense have cost them so far. Madrid Bravos, on the other hand, want to recover from their Week 2 shootout loss against the Frankfurt Galaxy and move back to a winning record. While Madrid is the favorite, the Mercenaries will fight hard and won’t make it easy. Plenty of action, strong matchups, and exciting storylines await this Saturday. With key games all day long, fans won't want to miss a minute of Week 3. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now!

Week 2 is in the books! There were many highlights and some players who presented themselves in excellent shape. They are the ELF Stat Leaders from Week 2. Passing Leader #1 Jakeb Sullivan (BTH) (755 YDS) #2 Reid Sinnett (MAD) (715 YDS) #3 Jadrian Clark (NDS) (561 YDS) Passing Touchdowns Leader #1 Jadrian Clark (NDS) (10 TDS) #2 Jakeb Sullivan (BTH) (9 TDS) #3 Ben Holmes (VIK) (6 YDS) Rushing Leader #1 Sandro Platzgummer (FGY) (296 YDS) #2 DJ Irons (WPA) (196 YDS) #2 Tobias Bonnati (RAI) (196 YDS) Get all the stats! Rushing Touchdowns Leader #1 Tobias Bonnati (RAI) (3 TDS) #1 Sandro Platzgummer (FGY) (3 TDS) #2 Demarcus Irons Jr. (WPA) (2 TDs) Receiving Leader #1 Aaron Cruickshand (MAD) (321 Yards, 20 Receptions) #2 Bryce Goggin (BTH) (276 Yards, 13 Receptions) #3 Brendan Beaulieu (NDS) (266 Yards, 20 Receptions) Receiving Touchdowns Leader #1 Brendan Beaulieu (NDS) (5 TDS) #2 Malik Stanley (MUC) (4 TDS) #2 Adria Botello-Moreno (NDS) (3 TDS) Tackling Leader #1 Aleksandar Borkovic (ENT) (22 total Tackles) #2 AJ Wentland (WPA) (20 total Tackles) #2 Dy'Vonne Inyang (MAD) (20 total Tackles) Sack Leader #1 Lucky Ogbevoen (VIK) (3.5 Sacks) #2 Dexter Fitzpatrick (MUC) (3 Sacks) #2 H. Ogrodowczyk (WPA) (3 Sacks) Kicking Leader #1 Jakub Aldas (WPA) (14 Points Scored) #2 Alvaro Peñas (MAD) (12 Points Scored) #3 Nils Schauerte (BTW) (11 Points Scored) Get all the stats! Watch all the games on DAZN

Two weeks into the 2025 ELF season, the competition is heating up. With statement wins, surprising upsets, and a few injury setbacks, the power balance across the league is beginning to take shape. Here’s how all 16 teams stack up heading into Game Week 3. 1. Rhein Fire Previous Ranking: 2 Despite having a bye week, Rhein Fire move up one spot thanks to the Surge’s loss. They’ll return in Week 3 with a huge showdown against the Vikings — a rematch of last season’s Championship Game. 2. Vienna Vikings Previous Ranking: 3 The Vikings took care of business against the Enthroners. With two wins inside their division, they now prepare for their toughest challenge yet: Rhein Fire. They’ll be looking for revenge. 3. Paris Musketeers Previous Ranking: 5 Paris showed just how strong their defense can be, shutting out the high-powered Surge offense. Now it’s time for the offense to prove itself too. 4. Stuttgart Surge Previous Ranking: 1 After an impressive Week 1, the Surge fall to fourth following a disappointing performance on offense. Their defense still looked elite, but now the offense must bounce back. 5. Nordic Storm Previous Ranking: 4 Even with a strong win over Wroclaw, Nordic Storm drop one spot due to Paris' big result. Still, they remain one of the top teams in the league. A win against Berlin Thunder in Week 3 could reinforce that. 6. Munich Ravens Previous Ranking: 8 Rookie QB Russell Tabor proved the doubters wrong with a stellar outing in the win over Berlin. The Ravens head into their bye week with strong momentum. 7. Frankfurt Galaxy Previous Ranking: 9 Galaxy dominated on the ground against the Bravos and scored a big win in a shootout. If they can beat the Musketeers in Week 3, they’ll continue to climb. 8. Madrid Bravos Previous Ranking: 7 Madrid drop one spot after losing to Frankfurt. While the offense showed potential, defensive struggles and too many penalties cost them. 9. Wroclaw Panthers Previous Ranking: 6 The Panthers looked good in stretches, but couldn’t keep up with the Storm for four full quarters. For now, they land in the middle of the pack. 10. Raiders Tirol Previous Ranking: 10 The Raiders earned a dominant win over the Mercenaries, but lost their starting QB Conor Miller to injury. His health will be key going forward. 11. Hamburg Sea Devils Previous Ranking: 11 Hamburg picked up their first win of the season behind a strong running game and tough defense. With new QB Taulia Tagovailoa set to debut in Week 3, they could move up quickly if they perform well. 12. Berlin Thunder Previous Ranking: 12 Berlin struggled against the Ravens and lost RB Gennadiy Adams to injury. They’ll need a bounce-back performance in Week 3 against the Nordic Storm. 13. Prague Lions Previous Ranking: 13 Discipline issues and penalties hurt Prague again in their loss to Hamburg. The potential is there, but they need to clean things up — starting in Week 3 vs. the Enthroners. 14. Helvetic Mercenaries Previous Ranking: 14 The Mercenaries were outmatched against the Raiders and struggled on both sides of the ball. They’ll need a major improvement to avoid falling further behind. 15. Fehérvár Enthroners Previous Ranking: 15 Another tough loss for the Enthroners, who haven’t shown much improvement yet. With QB Brock Domann now on IR, homegrown Máté Hegedüs will get his shot under center in Week 3. 16. Cologne Centurions Previous Ranking: 16 Still at the bottom, the Centurions had a bye week and now prepare to face the Raiders in Week 3. Time to prove what they’ve learned. As Game Week 3 approaches, expect more big matchups, potential shake-ups, and players looking to make their mark. The road to the Championship Game in Stuttgart is still long — but the stakes are already rising. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now!

The Stuttgart Surge have taken another hit after their Week 2 loss to the Paris Musketeers. American wide receiver Jeff Cotton Jr. has suffered an injury and was placed on Injured Reserve (IR). In his first two games of the season, Cotton recorded 4 receptions for 57 yards and 1 touchdown. His absence leaves a gap in the Surge’s receiving corps as they prepare for a tough road game in Hamburg. NFL experience added: Michael Harley Jr. joins the Surge To replace Cotton, the Surge have signed Michael Harley Jr., a 27-year-old wide receiver with NFL and CFL experience. Harley played college football for the Miami Hurricanes, where he showed strong speed and agility as a slot receiver. In 2022, Harley joined the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent and spent time on their practice squad. He later had a short stint in the United Football League and eventually signed with the Miami Dolphins. His most recent team was the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League. Harley brings pro-level experience and fresh energy to the Surge offense and is expected to be game-ready for Week 3, when the Surge face the Hamburg Sea Devils in what promises to be a physical battle. Will Harley be the spark Stuttgart needs to bounce back? We'll find out this weekend! Don't miss Harley Jr.'s ELF debut - Get your Game Pass now!

In what will go down as the lowest-scoring game in European League of Football history, the Paris Musketeers defeated the Stuttgart Surge 6–0 in Week 2 of the 2025 season. Playing at Stade Robert Bobin in front of a charged home crowd, Paris not only secured a win but made a resounding statement by becoming the first team to shut out the Surge since the German powerhouse’s rise in 2023. The lone score of the game came late in the first quarter when Paris quarterback Jaylon Henderson found French wideout Rémi Bertellin in the end zone. Although the extra point was missed, the touchdown stood as the game’s only successful offensive play that resulted in points. From that moment on, the Musketeers’ defense took center stage - and never gave up control. Defensive mastermind - Jack Del Rio Leading the Paris defense was head coach Jack Del Rio, a former National Football League head coach and one of the league’s most respected defensive minds. Known for building hard-nosed, fundamentally sound units in the NFL, Del Rio’s influence was unmistakable. His defense suffocated Stuttgart’s attack at every level of the field, mixing disguised coverages with aggressive front-seven pressure. Paris’ defensive line consistently collapsed the pocket, forcing Surge quarterback Reilly Hennessey into rushed throws and poor decisions. Edge rushers such as Stanley Zeregbe disrupted the rhythm of Stuttgart’s passing game throughout the afternoon, combining for multiple quarterback pressures and several key tackles for loss.  Excellent coverage = producitve pass rush  In the secondary, cornerbacks Jamalcom Liggins and Kevin Fortes with discipline and physicality, denying Stuttgart’s receivers any real separation. Their team-play was instrumental in keeping Stuttgart from attacking over the middle, while also stepping up in run support with several open-field tackles that halted promising drives. However, perhaps the most telling statistic of the day was Stuttgart’s third-down conversion rate: just four out of 20 attempts. Paris forced a total of nine punts and came up with stops on each of Stuttgart’s red-zone possessions. Even when Stuttgart threatened to break through, the Musketeers responded with poise and execution - none more impressive than a fourth-quarter goal-line stand that saw the entire front seven stonewall a Surge run on fourth-and-short. Are the Musketeers a Top 3 team in the ELF? The shutout did not just secure a win - it reflected the Musketeers’ growing identity under Del Rio: a team built on toughness, discipline, and defensive excellence. In a league where offense often dominates headlines, the Paris Musketeers reminded everyone that a well-coached, unified defense can still be the deciding factor. With this win, the Musketeers improved to 1–1 on the season and head into Week 3 with momentum and confidence. For Stuttgart, who now share the same record, the loss is a wake-up call. However, for Paris and their veteran coach, it is a milestone—and perhaps the beginning of something even greater.© Maxim Le Pihif / Paris Musketeers 

Sunday of Week 2 in the European League of Football brought two highlight games — and they couldn’t have been more different. While the matchup between Nordic Storm and the Wroclaw Panthers featured 61 total points, the battle between the Stuttgart Surge and the Paris Musketeers ended with only 6 points on the board. Stuttgart Surge @ Paris Musketeers – 0:6 After a dominant Week 1 performance, many fans expected the Stuttgart Surge to win again in Week 2. But the Paris Musketeers, who already showed strong defense in their Week 1 loss to Rhein Fire, had other plans. Their offense had struggled before, but this time they did just enough. Early in the game, it was clear what kind of battle this would be. The first four drives ended in punts. Only late in the first quarter did we see the game’s only points — a beautiful touchdown pass from Jaylon Henderson to Rémi Bertellin. What no one knew then: this would be the only score of the game. Both teams played great defense and had strong special teams moments. There were punts, blocked field goals, and turnovers on downs, but no more points. The Surge offense — normally dangerous — struggled all game and couldn’t break through. For Stuttgart, Week 3 brings another tough opponent: the Hamburg Sea Devils, who also shine defensively. With new quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, Hamburg will be a true test for Surge. Stuttgart’s goal remains clear: reaching the Championship Game in their own city, and they’ll need to bounce back quickly. Paris, on the other hand, erased their rough Week 1 with this win. In Week 3, they face another strong team: Frankfurt Galaxy, who just won a shootout against the Bravos. The West Division, where both teams play, is already looking tight. After two weeks, the Surge, Musketeers, and Galaxy are all sitting at 1–1, while Cologne had their first bye week. Watch the highlights here! Nordic Storm @ Wroclaw Panthers – 40:21 The second early Sunday game was full of action. The Nordic Storm, playing without injured MVP Glen Toonga, still looked strong and explosive. After a close start, the Storm took over in the second quarter, scoring three touchdowns before halftime. The Panthers tried to fight back and made it 20–14 in the third quarter. But the Storm offense, led by quarterback Jadrian Clark, kept pushing. Clark threw five passing touchdowns, and his connection with wide receiver Brendan Beaulieu was unstoppable — Beaulieu had 151 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Ludvig Myren also made key plays to keep the Panthers at a distance. On the Wroclaw side, it was mostly DJ Irons doing the work. The American quarterback was involved in nearly all of the Panthers’ offense, collecting over 300 total yards. He received little help from the run game — running back Dawid Brzozowski had just three rushing yards. The defense had some strong individual performances, including AJ Wentland with 16 tackles, but overall, they couldn’t stop the Storm’s high-powered offense. In Week 3, Nordic Storm will play their first-ever home game in ELF history — against the Berlin Thunder. With a 2–0 record, they’ll try to continue their strong start. The Wroclaw Panthers now have a bye week. It’s a good chance to rest, analyze their mistakes, and prepare for their next opponent — the Prague Lions in Week 4. Watch the highlights here!

After an exciting start to the 2025 ELF season in Week 1, Sunday brings us another round of important and exciting matchups. Let’s take a look at the key storylines for Sunday’s action. Nordic Storm at Wroclaw Panthers (13:00 CET) Battle of the unbeatens Both the Nordic Storm and the Wroclaw Panthers started their seasons with big wins. Now, they face each other in what could be one of the most important early-season matchups. Both teams have playoff ambitions — but spots are limited. This game could show who truly belongs among the league’s elite. Stuttgart Surge at Paris Musketeers (13:00 CET) Early pressure for Paris, big goals for Stuttgart This matchup features two strong teams with high expectations. The Paris Musketeers lost a close game to Rhein Fire in Week 1 and now face a must-win situation if they want to stay on track for another deep playoff run. The Stuttgart Surge are dreaming of a Championship Game in their home city and will push hard to stay unbeaten. Expect a high-level football battle. Watch all ELF games live on DAZN! Helvetic Mercenaries at Raiders Tirol (16:25 CET) First win on the line Both the Mercenaries and the Raiders Tirol are still looking for their first win of the season. The Mercenaries, led by dual-threat QB Isaiah Weed, struggled on defense in Week 1 and want to bounce back. The Raiders showed strong defensive play against Munich but couldn’t convert their chances on offense. This game could help one of these teams get back on track. Berlin Thunder at Munich Ravens (16:25 CET) High-powered offense vs. Lockdown defense The Berlin Thunder started their season with a dominant win over the Cologne Centurions, showing strength in all three phases of the game. The Munich Ravens also began with a victory — less flashy, but very controlled, especially on defense. Now, Berlin’s explosive offense will face Munich’s tough defensive unit in one of Sunday’s most exciting matchups. With playoff hopes, team pride, and momentum on the line, Sunday promises another great day of ELF football across Europe. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now!

Welcome to the second edition of our weekly series spotlighting the most exciting matchups in the European League of Football. As the 2025 season continues this Saturday, fans across Europe and around the world are eager to see how their teams will perform. This week, we take a closer look at three standout games that promise the perfect mix of excitement and storylines. Frankfurt Galaxy vs. Madrid Bravos – Playoff hopes on the line early Both teams had a rough start in Week 1, but Madrid Bravos managed to secure a win — while Frankfurt Galaxy did not. The Galaxy struggled against a powerful Stuttgart Surge team, revealing several issues despite major offseason changes meant to bring them back to their former strength. The Bravos, on the other hand, showed solid defense, holding Hamburg to just 12 points. But offensively, they still need to find their rhythm. This game could already be an early turning point in the season. Both teams have playoff ambitions, and in their tight divisions, every win will matter. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now! Nordic Storm vs. Wroclaw Panthers – A real test of strength This game is the first real challenge for both teams. In Week 1, Nordic Storm and Wroclaw Panthers each had dominant wins. But now, they meet head-to-head — and we’ll find out which team truly belongs among the ELF elite. The big story for the Storm is the injury to star running back and 2024 MVP Glen Toonga, who is out for the season. All eyes will be on how the Storm adjust without him, especially against the strong Panthers defense, which made life very difficult for the Enthroners in Week 1. Stuttgart Surge vs. Paris Musketeers – Clash of championship contenders Both the Surge and the Musketeers looked like top-tier teams in Week 1. Stuttgart showed their full strength in all three phases of the game and beat the Galaxy with confidence, reminding everyone why they are seen as Championship contenders. The Musketeers played in a defensive battle against defending champs Rhein Fire, losing narrowly by just two points (15–17). Their defense was excellent, but their offense struggled against one of the toughest units in the league. This Week 2 matchup could be one of the best games of the weekend — two powerful teams, both with high goals for the season, meeting early for a statement win. More matchups will follow, but these three are must-watch games for any ELF fan. Let’s get ready for another thrilling football weekend across Europe! Get your tickets for the Championship Game here!  

The first weekend of action in the ELF season is over and we as fans…and fantasy managers finally got our first look at the teams and star players in action across the league.  Football is a game of matchups so let's see what players you might want to add or drop to your lineup this week.  This year Fantasy Manager features weekly prizes, yearly prizes, and a lot of rewards for the best and even the luckiest managers out there.  Read more about the ELF Fantasy manager prizes here! Start’Em QB Ben Holmes - Vienna Vikings (3,900 GC) The Vikings got a road victory last week in Prague, but it wasn’t the most beautiful win. Penalties, dropped passes, and more held back the Vikings' typically explosive offense. This week as they prepare to take on the Rhein FIre in Week 3, look for Holmes and the Vikings offense to click against a weak Enthroners team.  WR - Keelan Cole - Helvetic Mercenaries (2,500 GC) The Mercenaires and Cole travel to Tirol this week to take on the Raiders. The ex-NFL pass catcher should be in line for a breakout game as the Swiss squad will be airing it out in what should be a competitive game between these two squads. Expect Weed to target Cole even more this week as they try and get the NFL talent going.  RB Anton Witmuer - Nordic Storm (900 GC) Witmuer is a value play at only 900 GC. With MVP running back Glen Toonga out for the season, look for Witmuer to take the Lion's share of the carries behind a stacked offensive line. Witmuer is no inexperienced rookie, having put several successful seasons together running the ball with a nice blend of speed and power in the Danish league.    Sit’Em Tomiwa Oyewo - RB - Stuttgart Surge (3,000 GC)  I know what you’re thinking.. Oyewo is a stud and looked great last week. Well, watching Paris’s defense I am hesitant to take any of their offensive  opponents at this time. The Musketeers have star players at all three levels of the defense and maybe the best team speed in the secondary in the league.  QB Jakeb Sullivan - Berlin Thunder (3,100 GC) What goes up, must come down. Even after an absurd seven touchdown performance last week, I don’t see Sullivan having the same success against the Munich Ravens. Munich is a different team then Cologne and have a lot of experience and talent in the secondary that should make things tough on the veteran QB.  QB Reid Sinnett - Madrid Bravos (3,800 GC) The former NFL passer entered the ELF with a lot of hype. After one week and mustering only 13 points on offense, the jury is still out. This week things get tougher for Sinnett facing off against a Frankfurt defense that should be eager to play better following a tough loss to the Surge.  Watch all the games on DAZN!

Week 1 of the 2025 European League of Football season is done — and what a start it was! We saw dominant wins, close battles, and some surprising performances. It’s still early in the season, and every team has many games left to play, but here’s where I rank each team going into Week 2, and why: 1. Stuttgart Surge The Surge looked strong on both sides of the ball in their win over Frankfurt Galaxy. Over 400 total offensive yards and only 240 yards allowed on defense — a complete performance. They won the battle at the line of scrimmage and showed they’re ready for another big season. Penalties remain their biggest issue. An overall strong performance showcases their talent, which is why they are also the top team in my power rankings. 2. Rhein Fire Rhein Fire came out on top in a hard-fought defensive battle against the Paris Musketeers. Their defensive line was impressive — maybe even stronger than last season’s. Offensively, not everything clicked, but new dual-threat QB Chad Jeffries adds another dimension to their game. 3. Vienna Vikings The Vikings earned a clear 28–6 win over the Prague Lions. WR Yannick Mayr adds even more depth to an already dangerous receiver group and shined on special teams, too. A solid performance overall, with room to grow. The talent on the roster is definitely worthy of a top-three ranking. Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now! 4. Nordic Storm A strong debut from the new team! QB Jadrian Clark threw five touchdown passes, and the team rushed for 276 yards. The defense added four sacks and even a pick-six. Now the big question: Can they compete with the top teams? 5. Paris Musketeers Their narrow loss to Rhein Fire showed the team’s potential, especially on defense. But issues in the offensive line, including six sacks and multiple bad snaps, need to be fixed fast. The talent is clearly there. 6. Wroclaw Panthers Wroclaw impressed in all three phases of the game against the Enthroners. QB DJ Irons Jr. threw for three TDs and ran for two more. RB Dawid Brzozowski added 113 rushing yards. The defense had five sacks and a pick-six, and the return game was dangerous all day. The Munich Ravens present a true tough test for the Panthers in week 2. 7. Madrid Bravos Madrid started their ELF journey with a win over Hamburg, but the offense still needs time to find its rhythm. QB Reid Sinnett and his receivers are not yet in sync — but they still managed to get the W. If they can establish the running game, they could become a tough challenge for the top teams. 8. Munich Ravens Munich won a tough defensive game against the Raiders. Their run game worked well, but the passing game is a concern. Young QB Russell Tabor completed under 50% of his passes and threw two interceptions. Still, the defense showed they can compete with anyone. If Tabor shows an improved performance in Week 2, a jump into the Top 5 is definitely possible. 9. Frankfurt Galaxy Frankfurt had a tough first matchup against the Surge. They struggled to pressure the QB and couldn’t match the Surge offensively. WR Terry Wright didn’t make much impact in the passing game but showed his speed on special teams. In the game against the Madrid Bravos, they need to prove themselves and show that they can compete with the top teams. Get your tickets for the 2025 Championship Game in Stuttgart! 10. Raiders Tirol The Raiders were limited to just 58 rushing yards — surprising for one of the best RB groups in the league. QB Conor Miller had an average game with only 21 completions on 38 attempts. Their defense was solid, but the offense must improve. In the game against the Mercenaries, the Raiders need to make a strong statement and show that they are a playoff team. 11. Hamburg Sea Devils Hamburg gave Madrid a good fight and surprised many with their strong defense. RBs Chrisman Kyei and Lucas Candido looked solid. However, penalties and special teams mistakes — including just 2 of 5 field goals made — hurt their chances. 12. Berlin Thunder A huge win for Berlin with seven passing touchdowns from QB Jakeb Sullivan and over 570 total yards. But it’s important to stay grounded — their Week 2 matchup against the strong Ravens defense will be the real test. 13. Prague Lions Prague kept things close with Vienna in the first half and showed improvement from last season. Their passing game struggled, and they only converted 2 of 13 third downs. Still, there’s potential in this team what they can prove against the Sea Devils in Week 2. 14. Helvetic Mercenaries The Mercenaries lost 12–56 to Nordic Storm but had some good moments, especially from QB Isaiah Weed, who had a 69-yard rushing touchdown. More consistency is needed, and their Week 2 matchup against the Raiders won’t be easy. 15. Fehérvár Enthroners A tough loss against Wroclaw. The special teams gave up too many big returns, and the offensive line allowed five sacks. Things need to change fast, with the Vienna Vikings up next. 16. Cologne Centurions Cologne had a rough start against Berlin, allowing nine touchdowns. The young team showed flashes, especially with a 92-yard TD pass from QB Jan Leuker to Austin Osborne. Their upcoming bye week comes at a perfect time to regroup. The season is just beginning, and things can change quickly. Let’s see who rises and who falls in next week’s power ranking! Watch all highlights of week 1 on Youtube

What a amazing week one of the 2025 ELF football season. Whether it was nail-bitting finishes, highlight plays, or of course the league's passionate fans that make the gameday so specail. It was great to see ELF football back in full swing.On the Fantasy side of things we were able to record the top scorers from a fantasy perfective for week one. Due to the transition to StatsPerform, team points will only be awarded starting from Week 2. That said, team stats for Week 1 will be added by today, and once they’re in, we’ll announce the winner of the first weekly prize. Some features that were originally planned for Week 1 — like adding friends and live player stats — had to be postponed due to the StatsPerform integration. We’re now aiming to launch both features with Week 3. Thanks for your understanding and support — we’re working hard to make your fantasy experience even better! Sign up for ELF Fantasy manager here! With week one in the books let's take a look at what woul've been the perfect line up for our opening weekend slate. Quarterback: Jakeb Sullivan, Berlin Thunder (47.02 Points) The veteran threw only two incomplete passes on the day as he led the Thunder to a easy victory. Sullivan finished the game with a league best 413 passing yards and a impressive seven touchdowns. RB1: Glen Toonga, Nordic Storm (24.50 Points) The reigning MVP picked up where he left off last season with 114 yards on only 12 carries. Toonga also scored the first touchdown in the history of the Nordic Storm before leaving the game with an injury. In the passing game, he addd three catches for 41 yards. RB2: Gennadiy Adams, Berlin Thunder (23.90 Points) Adam's ran for 66 yards on only 11 carries reaching the endzone once. He also added a receiving touchdown on two catches for 33 yards. WR1: Bryce Goggin, Berlin Thunder (41.60 Points) Goggin introduced himself to the ELF with a monster performance catching 7 passes for 166 yards and two scores. Goggin created several huge plays and seems to be the go-to guy for Sullivna moving forward in Berlin.  WR2: Brendan Beaulieu, Nordic Storm (32.90 Points) In Beaulieu's first ELF game he caught 9 passes for 115 yards and two touchdowns as he helped the Nordic Storm roll to a big road victory in thier team's first ever game. TE: Adria Botello Moreno, Nordic Storm (18.50 Points) Another member of the Storm on this list is veteran Botello Moreno. The Spanish veteran scored two touchdowns on only 4 catches finishing the game with only 25 yards, but two touchdowns.  Flex: Auston Osborne, Cologne Centurions (30.90 Points) The former Bowling Green standout was maybe the only silver lining for Cologne in this game. The ex-D1 pass catcher hauled in 8 passes for 169 yards and a score of 92 yards in his first ELF game.  Kicker: Mathy's Dupoint, Paris Musketeers & Timo Bronn, Stuttgart Surge (9 Points) Both kickers looked great in week one hitting field goals in key spots for thier team. Dupont hit three short field goals vs the Rhein Fire while Bronn hit two field goals and 3 extra points in his return to the Surge.  Defense/Special teams: Wroclaw Panthers (30 Points) The Panthers held the Enthroners too only 12 points in a resounding week one win. Panthers defensive back Devan Burrell scored twice once on a kick return and again on a interception return for maybe the play off the week. Wroclaw finished the game with 5 sacks, dominating the Enthroners up front. Watch all the games on DAZN!  

Week 1 is in the book! There were many highlights and some players who presented themselves in excellent shape in the season opener. They are the ELF Stats Leaders Week 1. Passing Leader #1 Jakeb Sullivan (BTH) (413 YDS) #2 Russell Tabor (MUC) (260 YDS) #3 Jadrian Clark (NDS) (258 YDS) Jakeb Sullivan ©Eric Muehle. Passing Touchdown Leader #1 Jakeb Sullivan (BTH) (7 TDs) #2 Jadrian Clark (NDS) (5 TDs) #3 Demarcus Irons Jr. (WPA) (3 TDs) Rushing Leader #1 Tomiwa Oyewo (SRG) (122 YDS) #2 Glen Toonga (NDS) (114 YDS) #3 David Brzozowski (WPA) (113 YDS)  Tomiwa Oyewo ©Svenja Sabatini. Rushing Touchdown Leader #1 Demarcus Irons Jr. (WPA) (2 TDs) #1 Karri Pajarinen (VIK) (2 TDs) #1 Reilly Hennessey (SRG) (2 TDs) Demarcus "DJ" Irons Jr. ©Lukasz Skwiot. Tackling Leader #1 Jan Mayerhofer (RAI) (11 total Tackles) #1 Marius Kensy (RHF) (11 total Tackles) #2 Aleksandar Borkovic (ENT) (10 total Tackles) Sack Leader #1 Max Parkinson (NDS) (3 Sacks, 38 Sack YDS) #2 Lucky Ogbevoen (VIK) (2 Sacks, 15 Sack YDS) #3 H. Ogrodowczyk (WPA) (2 Sacks, 12 Sack YDS)     Interception Leader #1 Devan Burrell (WPA) (1 Int., 82 INT YDS) #2 Luke Glenna (NDS) (1 Int., 70 INT YDS) #3 Emmanuel Delgado (BTH (1 Int., 44 INT YDS) Devan Burrell ©Lukasz Skwiot. Kicking Leader #1 Mathys Dupont (PAR) (3, FG ATT, 3 FG made, 100% accuracy)  #2 Alvaro Peñas (MAD) (2, FG ATT, 2 FG made, 100% accuracy)  #2 Timo Bronn (SRG) (2, FG ATT, 2 FG made, 100% accuracy)  Get all the stats after Week 1 Don't miss a play - watch the ELF live on DAZN

The season has started, the first matchday is over. Some teams have started with a defeat, others with a win. How do the results affect the winning in season opening games? Note: Since not all teams have been part of the European League of Football since 2021, not every team has played the same number of opening games. Therefore, the sorting is based on the percentage of success.  Some fans must be very strong now. Four franchises have not been able to win any of their season-opening games yet. Frankfurt Galaxy (2021: L, 2022: L, 2023: L, 2024: L. 2025 L) Fehérvár Enthroners (2023: L, 2024: L, 2025: L) Prague Lions (2023: L, 2024: L, 2025: L) Helvetic Mercenaries (2023: L, 2024: L, 2025: L) After the clear defeat against Berlin Thunder, the success rate of the Cologne Centurions has changed. Cologne Centurions (2021: L, 2022: W, 2023: L, 2024: L, 2025: L)   Good news for the Munich Ravens. In this year, they were able to win their first season opening game.  Munich Ravens (2023: L, 2024: L, 2025: W) The Berlin Thunder improved their position with a clear 63:14 victory against the Cologne Centurions in Week 1. Berlin Thunder (2021: L, 2022: L, 2023: W, 2024: L, 2025: W) The narrow and tough 12-13 defeat against the Madrid Bravos caused the Hamburg Sea Devils to slip from 75 to 60 percent. Hamburg Sea Devils (2021: W, 2022: W, 2023: L, 2024: W, 2025: L) Not the start to the season the Raiders had hoped for. After the loss to the Munich Ravens, they were only able to win half of their season opening games. Raiders Tirol  (2022: L, 2023: W, 2024: W, 2025: L) We have made it past the halfway mark. For the first time, the Musketeers were unable to win their first game of the season. They were only two points away from a win against champions Rhein Fire. Paris Musketeers (2023: W, 2024: W, 2025: L) We are getting closer to perfection. Nevertheless, there have been defeats. But in this year, Stuttgart Surge won their Opening Game against Frankfurt Galaxy. Stuttgart Surge (2021: W, 2022: L, 2023: W, 2024: W, 2025 W)   Let's move on to the elite. Fans of these five teams were also able to see an opening game victory in this year. Wroclaw Panthers (2021: W, 2022: W, 2023: W, 2024: W, 2025: W) Vienna Vikings (2022: W, 2023: W, 2024: W, 2025: W) Rhein Fire (2022: W, 2023: W, 2024: W, 2025: W) Madrid Bravos (2024: W, 2025: W) Nordic Storm (2025: W) Don't miss a single ELF Game - get your Game Pass!

Stuttgart Surge won their season opening game against Frankfurt Galaxy impressively and took an important first step. Every year, the teams want to reach and win the Championship Game. This season, however, Surge's motivation is likely to be particularly high. After all, this year's ELF Championship Game will take place on September 7th at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart. Stuttgart Surge would therefore not only have the chance to win their first ELF title, but also one at home. Get your tickets for the 2025 ELF Championship Game! Surge with impressive start to the season against Galaxy There is still a long way to go, but a first step has been taken. Surge won 33:20 against Frankfurt Galaxy and showed that we can expect a lot from them this season. "I'm happy with the way we ran the ball. I'm very happy with the way we were balanced offensively, and I think our defense did a good job," Surge head coach Jordan Neuman summed up the game from his perspective. On the field, Surge looked electric. Quarterback Reilley Hennessey delivered as usual, contributing nearly 200 passing yards, a passing touchdown as well as two more touchdowns on the ground. Running back Tomiwa Oyewo showed that he was a good offseason signing with 122 rushing yards. The defense was a little too strong for the much improved Frankfurt Galaxy.  The first impression is promising, but the coming weeks will show if Stuttgart Surge can make a deep playoff run in 2025. Watch the Galaxy at Surge highlights here!  

Season five of the European League of Football is finally here! The first week already showed a lot of highlights. Here is a recap of the late slate of Sunday in Week 1. Vienna Vikings @ Prague Lions Score: 28 - 6 The Vienna Vikings handled business on their trip to Prague in Week 1. The Austrian franchisde profited from a calm, coo, and collected quarterback in Ben Holmes and offseason addition Yannick Mayr who led his team in receptions and receiving yards against the Lions. The Prague Lions were just outmatched in this game. With former rookie sensation Adam Zouzelka at running back, the Czech franchise had a few sparks here and there. But it was not enough to challenge the 2024 European League of Football runner-up in Week 1. While the Vikings look to improve their record to 2-0 against the Fehervar Enthroners next week, the Prague Lions have to rebuild for a tough matchup against the Hamburg Sea Devils, who also started the season 0-1 against the Madrid Bravos on Saturday. Watch the highlights by clicking right here! Frankfurt Galaxy @ Stuttgart Surge Score: 20 - 33 The Frankfurt Galaxy had a lot of promising offseason additions since the 2024 season. But against the Surge, the German franchise was just overpowered. The Surge dominated the 2021 European League of Football champion with quarterback Reilley Hennessey and Irish running back Tomiwa Oyewo. The offseason addition at running back proved to be a home run. Oyewo managed to run the ball for over 100 yards in over 20 carries. Look out for the Surge to be a dangerous team who is able to push for a deep playoff run once again. The Surge will look to go 2-0 against the Paris Musketeers on the road, while the Frankfurt Galaxy have to be on their toes to not start the season 0-2 after a road matchup against the 1-0 Madrid Bravos next Sunday.  Watch the highlights by clicking right here! © Svenja Sabatini   

After a amazing start to the 2025 season yesterday let's take a look at the the storylines for Week 1 Sunday: Nordic Storm at Helvetic Mercenaries - 13:00 CET New team.. same stars? Former MVP quarterback Jadrian Clark and running back Glen Toonga will make their highly anticipated debuts for the expansion Nordic Storm this Sunday. Fans already have high expectations for the Storm without even seeming them play yet. On the other side NFL veteran receiver Keelan Cole will make his own ELF debut for a promising Swiss squad.  Cologne Centurions at Berlin Thunder - 13:00 CET Can the new look Thunder make some noise in 2025? The Thunder go into season five with new uniforms and new head coach Jag Bal at the Helm. Veteran quarterback Jakeb Sullivan is joined by his former teammate Gennadiy Adams and 2024 All star William Lydle. The Capital city squad is eager to prove the doubters wrong and shake things up in the North division.    Raiders Tirol at Munich Raven - 13:00 CET The ELF's best new rivalry?Today's match up between these two teams marks the latest chapter in whats been a epic rivalry between Munich and Tirol. Only a few hours apart these two squads know each other well. Last year the Ravens ended the Raiders playoff hopes defeating them in the final week of the regular season, starting a long off-season in Tirol. Expect this to be a fiesty game between two squads that don't like each other.  Vienna Vikings at Prague Lions - 16:25 CET Running it back in Vienna The Vikings nearly pulled off a perfect season in 2024 before loosing the championship game to the Rhein Fire. This year they return the core of their squad and have added some intriguing new pieces. For Prague new head coach Dave Warner has brought in a influx of talent as the Czech team looks to be much improved from last season.   Frankfurt Galaxy at Stuttgart Surge - 16:25 CET Are the Surge a team of destiny? The Stuttgart Surge enter the season with a remarkable opportunity in front of them, to secure a home game in the ELF championship in September. They return much of the 2024 squad and have also added new stars to a strong Nucleus. Frankfurt hopes to enter a new era of Galaxy football with head coach Bart Andrus at the helm.  Watch all the games today on DAZN! Watch all the highlights from yesterday's action!

The European League of Football is entering its fifth season, and Week 1 already brings us some top-level matchups. After a long off-season, all teams have worked hard to build their rosters. To make it easier for ELF fans, we’ve created an overview of all players and their status for Game Week 1. With just one click on the name of a franchise, you can see their full Week 1 Roster Report and find out which players will be on the field this weekend. Game Week 1 Matchups: May 17, Saturday 18:00 CET – Fehérvár Enthroners at Wroclaw Panthers 18:00 CET – Rhein Fire at Paris Musketeers 20:00 CET – Hamburg Sea Devils at Madrid Bravos May 18, Sunday 13:00 CET – Nordic Storm at Helvetic Mercenaries 13:00 CET – Cologne Centurions at Berlin Thunder 13:00 CET – Raiders Tirol at Munich Ravens 16:25 CET – Vienna Vikings at Prague Lions 16:25 CET – Frankfurt Galaxy at Stuttgart Surge Get ready for an exciting start to the season! Get your tickets for the 2025 season

The time has finally come! The fifth season of the European League of Football is about to start. The time has finally come! Players, managers, and fans of Nordic Storm are certainly thinking the same thing. For the young franchise from Copenhagen, Denmark, May 18th, 2025 will be a very special day.  That's when Storm will not only play their first game in the European League of Football, but also their first game in franchise history. The team managers built an entire organization from scratch this offseason. The first success could be celebrated against the Helvetic Mercenaries.  However, a new ELF team was not always immediately successful in its first game in the European League of Football. We take a look at the first ELF games in the history of the current teams.  The Ferhévár Enthroners did not get off to a particularly good start. They opened the season with a clear 3:36 defeat at home against Berlin Thunder in 2023. The Wroclaw Panthers are the champions in season opening games. They haven't lost one yet, and accordingly won the first ELF game in franchise history. At home, the Panthers beat the Cologne Centurions 2021 in a spectacular game with 55:39.  The Prague Lions, on the other hand, suffered a defeat. They played their first ELF game at home in 2023. They lost 15:18 against the Leipzig Kings, who are no longer part of the ELF.  The last team in the East Division, however, was successful again. In 2022, the Vienna Vikings played away against the Raiders Tirol and won 29:23.     Berlin Thunder have been part of the ELF since 2021. They lost their first game at home 27:37 against the Leipzig Kings.  The Hamburg Sea Devils also started 2021, but they did a better job. In Hamburg, the Sea Devils beat Frankfurt Galaxy 17:15.  The current ELF champions Rhein Fire also won. In 2022, they also played their first game against Frankfurt Galaxy. Fire won 29:26 on the road.  The Helvetic Mercenaries lost their first game under their new name in 2024. The Barcelona Dragons won 23:19 in Switzerland. Madrid Bravos also competed in the ELF for the first time in 2024. The team from Spain won the Classico against the Barcelona Dragons by a clear 42:12.      The Munich Ravens, meanwhile, suffered a defeat at the start. They lost 38:59 at home against the Raiders Tirol in 2023. The Austrians were also unable to win their first game in 2022. The Raiders Tirol lost against the Vienna Vikings with 23:29. It was the only season opening game so far that was not won.  The Cologne Centurions have been part of the European League of Football since 2021. They lost their first game against the Wroclaw Panthers by a clear 39:55. Just like Frankfurt Galaxy. Only they didn't lose to the Panthers, but to the Sea Devils, and by a much narrower margin of 15:17. The Paris Musketeers have delighted their fans in two years in the ELF. This was also the case in the first franchise game in 2023, which they won 24:17 against the Cologne Centurions.  Stuttgart Surge were also successful in their first game, but in 2021. They won 21:17 away against Barcelona Dragons on the road. Don't miss a single ELF Game - get your Game Pass!

Every year in the European League of Football, big changes happen during the off-season. Teams build new rosters, hire new coaches, and prepare for a long, tough season. Now, with only a few days until the start of the 2025 ELF season, one thing is clear: the West Division is stacked with talent and full of exciting storylines. It's a division every fan should keep a close eye on this year — anything can happen! Don't miss a single game - Get your Game Pass now! Back to the top? The Frankfurt Galaxy are one of the most successful teams in ELF history. They won the league’s first championship in 2021 and had strong seasons in 2022 and 2023. But 2024 was a disappointment — the team ended with a 4-8 record. That’s why Frankfurt made big changes. Part-time coaches were replaced by full-time American coaches, and many new players joined the roster. The goal is clear: bring the Galaxy back to glory. Ready for the big stage The Paris Musketeers improved a lot in 2024. After a 6-6 record in their first ELF season, they came back much stronger last year. They lost only two regular-season games — both against Rhein Fire — and won their playoff wildcard game against the Munich Ravens. Their season ended in the semifinals, but they showed great fight. In 2025, with a new coaching staff and quarterback, Paris is ready to fight for a spot in the Championship Game. One step further? The Stuttgart Surge had a similar story to Paris. After tough first seasons, they made a big step forward in 2023 by reaching the ELF Championship Game. They lost that game to Rhein Fire, and in 2024, their season also ended in the semifinals — again, against Rhein Fire. Now, with a stronger and deeper roster, Stuttgart enters its fifth ELF season hoping to finally finish what they started. A new era begins Last season was a rollercoaster for the Cologne Centurions. They finished with a 6-6 record and went through many ups and downs. In the off-season, things got even wilder. A change in ownership brought some quiet weeks in player recruiting, but now the full roster is in place and the team is ready to go. The big question: will Cologne show a new, improved face on the field — or will the off-season chaos continue to affect their play? With fresh rosters, top coaches, and big goals, the West Division promises action-packed football from start to finish. Let the battle begin! Get your tickets for the 2025 season!

The ELF season is here and the team rosters are set. With this article, you have the chance to take a look at your team’s roster. Here is the roster of Stuttgart Surge: Active Players Offense Quarterback #4 Reilly Hennessey (Quarterback) #16 Lars Heidrich (Quarterback) Running Back #22 Albert Wiesigstrauch (Running Back) #2 Kai Hunter (Running Back) #0 Tomiwa Oyewo (Running Back) Fullback #43 Leon Helm (Fullback) Tight End #80 Philip Eichhorn (Tight End) #18 Aurieus Minton (Tight End) #85 Roberto Miranda (Tight End) Wide Receiver #7 Louis Geyer (Wide Receiver) #14 Timon Stüwe (Wide Receiver) #10 Florian Lengauer (Wide Receiver) #11 Emil Rabin (Wide Receiver) #17 Daniel Pedro (Wide Receiver) #3 Jeff Cotton (Wide Receiver) Offensive Tackle #61 Luca Jokiel (Offensive Tackle) #69 Emmanuel Häfele (Offensive Tackle) #57 Marlon Werthmann (Offensive Tackle) #72 Tobias Braun (Offensive Tackle) Offensive Guard #76 Lukas Maier (Offensive Guard) #55 Alessandro Vergani (Offensive Guard) #67 Markos Dubravkic (Offensive Guard) Center #50 Marvin Biegert (Center) #66 Sascha Beck (Center) #75 Moritz Schreiber (Center) Defense Defensive Tackle #54 Alexander Kreß (Defensive Tackle) #90 Raphael Zistler (Defensive Tackle) #70 Maxilmilian Dommermuth (Defensive Tackle) Defensive End #94 Berend Grube (Defensive End) #6 Robert Lachmann (Defensive End) #92 Simon Butsch (Defensive End) #13 Chris Mulumba (Defensive End) #91 Sadik Busch (Defensive End) #97 Leander Strathmann (Defensive End) Outside Linebacker #39 Enis Kaser (Outside Linebacker) #49 Felix Födinger (Outside Linebacker) #30 Lenno Reinhardt (Outside Linebacker) Middle Linebacker #47 Nikolas Knoblauch (Linebacker) #44 Maleka Mbala (Linebacker) #26 Luca Siebert (Linebacker) #45 Lukas Levin (Linebacker) #25 Luis Leatherman (Linebacker) #51 Omar Dittrich (Linebacker) Cornerback #33 Ben Wenzler (Cornerback) #24 Mitchell Fettig (Cornerback) #12 Raheem Simiram-Wilson (Cornerback) Free Safety #5 Konstantin Katz (Free Safety) #29 Julian Ludwig (Free Safety) #9 Lasse Engel (Free Safety) #27 Marko Vidačković (Free Safety) Strong Safety #31 Nick Wenzelburger (Strong Safety) #28 Thiago Siebert (Strong Safety) Special Teams Kicker #38 Timo Bronn (Kicker) Punter Inactive Players Offense Wide Receiver #81 Jan Pietsch (Wide Receiver) Defense Defensive Tackle #60 Nathan Mvemba (Defensive Tackle) Injured or PUP Players Practice Squad Offense Running Back #41 Bryan Yankson (Running Back) #35 Micah McCullough (Running Back) Wide Receiver #8 Leonell Fritzen (Wide Receiver) Tight End #40 Giacomo De (Tight End) Offensive Tackle #74 Robert Hager (Offensive Tackle) Offensive Guard #78 Benhur Ayra (Offensive Guard) Defense Defensive End #52 Dominic Siegel (Defensive End) Linebacker #32 Luis Bach (Linebacker) Cornerback #23 Giuseppe Della (Cornerback) #20 Sarrow Drammeh (Cornerback) Strong Safety #21 Julian Jakob (Strong Safety)   If you want to take a closer look at each player, check out the player profiles on our website. Take a closer look at the roster of Stuttgart Surge

The ELF Fantasy Manager is back – better, faster, and fully updated! And here’s the best part: every week you can win prizes by being one of the top Fantasy Managers. To help you get started in this year’s Fantasy League, here’s a quick overview of players you should consider starting in Week 1 – and a few you might want to avoid. Build your team and join the action! Start’em – Week 1 Picks RB Tobias Bonatti – Raiders Tirol – 1,900,000 GC Tobias Bonatti was a key part of the Raiders Tirol offense last season before getting injured. Even though he missed games, he still finished among the top in rushing touchdowns. Now fully healthy, he’s ready to pick up where he left off. The only concern is the strong running back group in Tirol, which might limit his touches – but also keeps him fresh throughout the game. At this price, Bonatti offers great value. WR Daniel Pedro – Stuttgart Surge – 1,200,000 GC Daniel Pedro joined the Stuttgart Surge this offseason and brings even more strength to their wide receiver room. With top targets like Louis Geyer and Jeff Cotton Jr. drawing attention from defenders, Pedro could become QB Reilly Hennessey’s go-to man. He already proved himself in the GFL with the Potsdam Royals – now it’s his chance to shine in the ELF. TE Adrià Botella Moreno – Nordic Storm – 1,300,000 GC Moreno is known across the ELF as one of the best tight ends to ever play in the league. He’s an excellent blocker and receiver. He also has great chemistry with quarterback Jadrian Clark, since the two have played together before. Getting a top-tier tight end for this low price is a smart move for any fantasy team. Sit’em – Week 1 picks QB Russel Tabor – Munich Ravens – 3,600,000 GC Tabor joined the Munich Ravens with a 3-year contract after playing college football at North Carolina. He has potential, but this week he faces the strong Raiders Tirol defense – a tough challenge for any young QB. His high price and uncertain performance make him a risky pick for Week 1. QB Javarian Smith – Prague Lions – 1,900,000 GC Smith is back in the ELF after starting last season with the Hamburg Sea Devils. While he has good dual-threat skills and a great price, he’s playing against the Vienna Vikings, who had one of the best defenses in the league last season. It’s better to wait for a more favorable matchup. WR Austin Mitchell – Paris Musketeers – 3,200,000 GC Mitchell is one of the biggest playmakers in the ELF, but in Week 1, he faces the Rhein Fire defense – which was the best in points allowed and second-best against the pass last season. He’ll get a lot of defensive attention, and big plays might be hard to come by. Build your team and join the action! If you want to become a Fantasy Manager in the ELF, it’s easy! Build your dream team each week and compete with others across the league. Don’t forget: set your lineup before Saturday at 12:00 CET – after that, no changes can be made. Good luck – and may your team dominate in Week 1! Build your Fantasy team here!

Shortly before the European League of Football finally kicks off its fifth season, Stuttgart Surge has announced two more roster moves.  Defensive back Marko Vidackovic signs a new contract until the end of the season. The 23-year-old began his football journey with the Stuttgart Surge in 2015 before moving to the USA in 2017. Here he played two years at Lincoln High School. He then attended the NCAA Division 1 University of Oregon for three years.  In 2024, Vidackovic moved back home and joined Stuttgart Surge. Similar to the Oregon Ducks, he also showed a lot of potential in the ELF. Last season, he played six games as a backup.   Don't miss a single ELF Game - get your Game Pass! Former ELF Starter stays Linebacker Felix Födinger has also signed a new contract with Surge until the end of the season. The 24-year-old already has two years of ELF experience. He made his debut for the Cologne Centurions in 2023. Födinger played seven of nine games as a starter. Födinger has also been a starter for Surge.  Felix Födinger ©Svenja Sabatini. Stuttgart Surge therefore continued to prepare for an important season. On September 7th, the 2025 ELF Championship Game will take place in the MHP Arena in Stuttgart. Can Surge win the home title? Get your Tickets for the 2025 ELF Championship Game!  

As any fan of the European League of Football knows a team is only as good as its homegrowns. This year experts are noticing even more european talent across the league as many young talents hope to make a mark on the ELF this season. Lets take a look at 5 new European players looking to break out this season. WR Daniel Pedro - Stuttgart Surge Pedro was a key player for the Potsdam Royals in the 2024 season, helping them win the GFL championship. He impressed with 915 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns in 15 games, proving himself as a reliable and explosive playmaker.   DE RJ Sagna - Helvetic Mercenaries Sagna is a physical freak measuring in at 1.97 108kg. The long armed and quick defensive end is committed to Penn State (NCAA DI). Before he goes off to compete in the highest level of college football Sagna hopes to improve his game in the ELF this season. RB Nico Barrow - Madrid Bravos The Finnish running back makes his highly anticipated ELF debut after years of putting up numbers in Finland and Germany’s domestic leagues. Barrow is a smooth but powerful runner who displays soft hands out of the backfield. Expect him to break out in Andrew Weidingers offense. RB Tim Tonko - Raiders Tirol The young running back has been a star on the Austrian national team before and even won the Austrian Football League’s “Young Star of the Year” award last season. Now he hopes to make the jump to the ELF and become a playmaker for his hometown Raiders Tirol.  LB Arthur Kingdom - Prague Lions The British national team linebacker spent last season playing for the Potsdam Royals of the German Football League. Kingdom hopes to show off his talent on the bigger stage now as he helps bring in a new era of Prague Lions football in 2025.  Get Your Ticket to the 2025 ELF Championship Game

As season five of the ELF rapidly approaches let’s take a look at a shortlist of new players entering the league that have the potential to become future stars of the upcoming season: WR Keelan Cole - Helvetic Mercenaries Cole’s resume speaks for itself, putting up 2,832 yards and 14 touchdowns in 93 NFL games over the course of a long and fruitful NFL career. Cole will no doubt be the face of the franchise for the Helvetic Mercenaries as he hopes to take the Swiss squad to new heights. QB Reid Sinnett - Madrid Bravos Sinnet is a veteran professional quarterback having spent 4 seasons in the NFL with several teams. He also was a starter in the XFL and USFL. Now he brings all his pro experience to the up and coming Madrid Bravos team led by new head coach Andrew Weidinger.  QB Jaylon Henderson - Paris Musketeers Henderson has been on ELF teams watchlists for several years now as the former Boise State Bronco has been tearing it up in the German Football League the past two seasons. After winning back to back titles and putting up video game like numbers in the GFL.  The Musketeers were finally able to convince Henderson to Join the ELF. He now takes over for ELF veteran Zach Edwards on a Musketeers team that made the semi-finals and is now led by former NFL head coach Jack Del Rio.    WR Jeff Cotton - Stuttgart Surge Cotton comes to Europe for the first time in his career this season. The former Idaho Vandals star spent time with the Green Bay Packers, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Arizona Cardinals bouncing around different NFL teams for three seasons. Now he teams up with the veteran QB Reilly Hennessey as the Surge hope to make a push at the championship game.    WR Brendan Beaulieu - Nordic Storm The Nordic Storm are already stacked with talent as they have MVP QB Jadrian Clark and MVP running back Glen Toonga on thier offense. One new face to the league that might suprise fans on the Storm in American Brendan Beaulieu. What he lacks in NFL experience Beaulieu makes up for in production in Europe as he put up a eye popping 1,647 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns in just 15 games in the German Football League last season. Get Your Ticket to the 2025 ELF Championship game!

The Stuttgart Surge have brought back one of the best wide receivers in ELF history. Louis Geyer will continue to wear the Surge jersey and join forces with fellow receivers Daniel Pedro and Jeff Cotton Jr. as they chase touchdowns in the 2025 season. Geyer is one of the most productive receivers the league has ever seen. With 2,854 receiving yards, he is the ELF’s all-time leader in receiving yards. He also shares the all-time record for receiving touchdowns with Reece Horn — showing his elite performance and consistency over the years. Big goals for the 2025 season Earlier this year, Geyer took part in the CFL Combine alongside Pablo Araya of the Madrid Bravos and impressed with strong numbers. But now, his focus is fully on the ELF again. Together with the Surge, Louis Geyer wants to finish the mission: winning the ELF Championship. With Geyer on board, the Surge have a true star and leader on offense, ready to bring the title home. Get your tickets for the 2025 Championship Game in Stuttgart!

In the latest episode of the ELF Live Show, Stuttgart Surge defensive back Mitchell Fettig joined hosts Nick Alfieri and ELF expert Matt Bressington. Together, they looked back on Fettig’s career so far and the off-season. Fettig came close to winning the ELF Championship twice with the Surge. In 2023, they lost the final to Rhein Fire. Last season, they were defeated by Rhein Fire again, this time in the semi-final. But the Surge are still hungry for success. This year, the goal is clear: to finally win the Championship. “We’ve been close twice, but close is not good enough,” Fettig said. “The eyes are on the prize.” During the show, Fettig also shared why he thinks it's easy for Stuttgart to keep most of their players together. “We started with a mission, and that mission isn’t finished yet,” he explained. “When you have players with the same goal, it’s easy to bring them back to complete that mission.” Tune in! Every Friday at 12 PM CET, Nick Alfieri and Matt Bressington take you into the world of the ELF. They talk about everything happening in the league. Watch the show on YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook — and join the conversation live!

The season kicks off in only 16 days, as teams are excited to hit the game field for the first time since last year. Let's take a look at some of the top moves teams made last month to prepare for week one.   Rhein Fire get WR with NFL experience Rhein Fire has completed its American player roster with the signing of wide receiver Rory Starkey. He joins quarterback Chad Jeffries and defensive backs Omari Williams and Darius Nash as the fourth American on the team. Starkey will add even more talent to an already strong wide receiver group.   After his time in college, he had opportunities with the Green Bay Packers and the Houston Roughnecks of the UFL.  Madrid Bravos add DROY The Madrid Bravos have made a strong addition to their defensive line by signing Pierre-Yves Majo. The 24-year-old defensive lineman played his first season in the European League of Football in 2024 and immediately made an impact.   Majo played 12 games for the Helvetic Mercenaries last season, recording 39 tackles, 7 sacks, and 16 tackles for loss. His outstanding performance earned him the title of Defensive Rookie of the Year.   Paris Musketeers sign All-American DT The Paris Musketeers have signed defensive tackle Lamonte McDougle. The American joins former NFL head coach Jack Del Rio in the French capital as the first American import on defense for the French squad.  McDougle played for West Virginia, UTEP, and Washington State during his college career, building a reputation as a disruptive nose tackle.  Enthroners make an import switch The European League of Football season hasn’t started yet, but the Fehérvár Enthroners have already made changes to their roster. They have signed American defensive lineman Michael Badejo, who will replace Emmit Gooden. Badejo brings with him D1 experience from SMU and was a standout last season in the German Football League.  Surge bring back star safety In a move that will excite Stuttgart Surge fans across the league, defensive back Raheem Simiram-Wilson is returning for the 2025 season. After a breakout campaign in 2024, the 31-year-old veteran has re-signed with the team and is set to remain a central piece in head coach Jordan Neuman’s defensive puzzle. The former CFL starter had 6 interceptions last season in only ten games, making an enormous impact on the Stuttgart Surge defense.  Munich Ravens load up on defense The Munich Ravens will bring back defenders Wael Nasri, Etuale Lui, and Christoph Nitzlnander. As the Bavarian squad hopes to make another playoff run this year.  One new face for the Ravens will be safety Cole Coleman. Cole knows the ELF, playing for the Vienna Vikings last season. Prior to coming to Europe the former Elon DB spent time in the NFL and CFL.  Get Your Tickets to the 2025 ELF Championship Game!