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Berlin Thunder sign running back Joshua Jacob and defensive lineman Patrik Schorn

07.03.202613:55

Berlin Thunder continue building their roster for the 2026 season and have announced two new additions to the team. Running back Joshua Jacob and defensive lineman Patrik Schorn will strengthen the Thunder on both sides of the ball. Both players bring valuable experience from European professional football and add depth to the roster as the […]

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How HC Bart Andrus begins building the Firenze Red Lions for the AFLE era

06.03.202616:30

The Firenze Red Lions are entering a historic chapter in the American Football League Europe, and the man tasked with leading the project is veteran coach Bart Andrus. As the first head coach in franchise history, Andrus is responsible for shaping the identity of the new AFLE team in Florence, both on the field and […]

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Former Temple cornerback Torey Richardson joins Wroclaw Panthers

06.03.202614:00

The Wroclaw Panthers have found their fourth and final American import player for the upcoming 2026 The League Europe season. American cornerback Torey Richardson joins the Polish franchise and will form the American duo in the Panthers defense together with pass rusher Deshon Hall. Richardson brings strong college experience and athletic ability to the Panthers […]

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The AFLE releases schedule for the 2026 inaugural season

05.03.202615:30

The American Football League Europe (AFLE) has officially released the schedule for its inaugural 2026 season. With the calendar now available, the league takes another important step toward kickoff and provides teams, partners, and supporters with a clear overview of the upcoming competition. The 2026 season will feature 51 games played across 16 weeks. Up […]

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AFLE Announces Conferences for the 2026 Season

05.03.202612:00

The American Football League Europe has officially announced the conference structure for its inaugural 2026 season. The eight teams in the league will be divided into two conferences, creating the competitive framework for the regular season. The structure ensures regional balance while also creating exciting matchups across Europe. North/West Conference The North/West Conference brings together […]

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Paris Lights sign American wide receiver Tristen Wallace

05.03.202611:00

The Paris Lights continue building their roster for the upcoming The League Europe season and have now announced their first American import player. Wide receiver Tristen Wallace joins the French franchise and is expected to add playmaking ability to the offense. College career in the United States Wallace began his college career at the University […]

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Rams DC Everett Withers brings NFL and Division I experience to the Alps

04.03.202616:50

The Alpine Rams have made a major statement for the upcoming season by appointingEverett Withers as defensive coordinator. With more than 35 years of coaching experienceacross the NFL and Division I college football, Withers arrives in Switzerland with a historybuilt on defensive excellence, leadership and success. From the NFL and college football to Switzerland Withers’ […]

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Veteran defensive back Joshua Poznanski stays with Berlin Thunder

04.03.202615:30

Berlin Thunder have secured an important player for their defensive backfield. Veteran defensive back Joshua Poznanski will remain part of the Thunder defense for the upcoming season. The 30-year-old defender brings a lot of experience to the team and has been a reliable presence in the secondary throughout his career. Proven experience in European football […]

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Homegrown defensive lineman Randy Abandzounou joins Paris Lights

04.03.202614:00

The Paris Lights continue to strengthen their defense as they prepare for the upcoming season. With the signing of Randy Abandzounou, the franchise adds another player who brings both experience and quality to the defensive line. Abandzounou has spent the last four years playing in the European League of Football (ELF), where he gained valuable […]

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Australian offensive lineman Brendan Oswin signs with the Vienna Vikings

04.03.202612:52

The Vienna Vikings continue building their roster for the upcoming 2026 season in The League Europe. With the signing of Brendan Oswin, the Austrian franchise adds a strong and versatile offensive lineman to its lineup. Oswin most recently played for the Madrid Bravos, where he impressed with strong performances throughout the season. His consistent play […]

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51 games. One champion. Everything you need to know about the 2026 AFLE schedule

03.03.202618:27

The American Football League Europe has officially released the full framework for the 2026 season. A total of 51 games will be played across 16 weeks, featuring 8 teams with one ultimate goal: winning the championship. The season promises competitive matchups, a clear structure, and a strong focus on player welfare. Season overview The 2026 […]

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AFLE to kick off inaugural season on May 23

03.03.202615:19

The American Football League Europe will officially begin its first season on the weekend of May 23 and 24. With the kickoff date confirmed, the league takes the next major step toward its historic debut year. After months of structural planning and organizational development, the focus now shifts fully to the field. A new chapter […]

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Paris Lights sign homegrown defensive back Kenny Floret

03.03.202612:02

The Paris Lights continue to build momentum following the announcement of head coach David Shelton and the signing of Valentin Gnahoua. The franchise has now added another experienced homegrown player with the signing of defensive back Kenny Floret. Floret brings valuable experience from several European leagues and strengthens the secondary of the Paris Lights. Experience […]

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Former NFL coach Bart Andrus becomes first head coach of the Firenze Red Lions

03.03.202612:00

The Firenze Red Lions have found their head coach for their first season. Experienced coach Bart Andrus will lead the Italian franchise as the first head coach in team history. With this signing, General Manager Bart Iaccarino quickly follows through on his plan. In a recent interview, he explained that building the coaching staff would […]

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Berlin Thunder sign running back Simon Homadi

03.03.202609:30

Berlin Thunder continue to build their roster for the upcoming season with the signing of running back Simon Homadi. The Berlin franchise adds a player with five years of experience in European professional football. Homadi brings both experience and proven production to the Thunder backfield as the team continues its roster planning. Five seasons of […]

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Former CFL player Valentin Gnahoua signs with the Paris Lights

02.03.202616:21

The Paris Lights continue building their roster after recently announcing David Shelton as head coach. The franchise has now secured a strong homegrown player with the signing of Valentin Gnahoua. Gnahoua brings experience and proven performance to the team. In 2019, he was selected as the first overall pick in the CFL European Draft by […]

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CFL veteran Justin Howell strengthens Rhein Fire secondary

02.03.202616:00

Rhein Fire continue to shape their roster for the 2026 season with the signing of Canadian defensive back Justin Howell. With this move, the Fire fill their I-Import roster spot and add valuable experience to their secondary. Earlier, the Wroclaw Panthers announced Canadian tight end Dylan St. Pierre as their I-Import player, while the Alpine […]

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The AFLE Confirms Final Franchise Lineup for Inaugural Season

02.03.202615:23

The American Football League Europe has officially confirmed the final lineup of franchises that will compete in the league’s inaugural season. The eight founding franchises are: With this announcement, the league completes its first competitive structure and takes another significant step toward kickoff. A strong European foundation The confirmed lineup represents a balanced mix of […]

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The AFLE Announces London Football Team for the 2026 Season

02.03.202615:03

The American Football League of Europe (AFLE) confirms that a London-based franchise will join the league for the 2026 season, finalizing the league’s lineup for 2026 and marking another important step in the league’s structured expansion process. Strengthening the League Footprint With the addition of London, the AFLE continues its measured growth strategy in selected […]

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Nikolaus Terlitza returns to the Vienna Vikings after one year away

02.03.202610:27

The Vienna Vikings welcome back an important defensive player from the 2024 season. Nikolaus Terlitza will return for the 2026 season after taking a one-year break from football. His comeback gives the Vikings more depth and quality at the linebacker position. The 24-year-old made a strong impression during the 2024 season. With consistent performances and […]