The Panthers Wroclaw (2-1) bounced back in Week 3 of the American Football League Europe season with a 22–14 road win over the Paris Lights (1-1). What looked like a comfortable victory early turned into one of the most dramatic games of the young AFLE season, as Paris fought back from a 22-point deficit before […]

The season continues to build momentum and Week 3 brings another exciting slate of games for fans of European American football. While the Vienna Vikings, Rhein Fire, Paris Lights and Berlin Thunder will be looking to build on their success from last week, the Firenze Red Lions, London Warriors, Alpine Rams and Panthers Wroclaw are […]

Paris Lights are set to host Panthers Wroclaw in what could be one of the most interesting games of the young AFLE season. For the Lights it is their first home game as a franchise. For the Panthers it is a chance to prove they are the real deal. Both teams have a point to […]

Two weeks in and the picture at the top of the leaderboards is starting to take shape. Here is a look at who leads the key statistical categories in AFLE after Week 2. Passing yards Passing touchdowns Rushing yards Rushing touchdowns Receiving yards Receiving touchdowns Sack leaders Tackle leaders Interceptions Kicking leaders Jameson Wang and […]

Week 2 delivered another strong showing from Europe’s homegrown talent. Across both conferences, several players stepped up with performances that made clear they are here to compete at the highest level. Here are the homegrowns of Week 2 in AFLE. Soulerot shows his full toolkit for Paris French running back Armand Soulerot was a key […]

The Paris Lights have opened their AFLE era with a historic 30-8 win over the Firenze Red Lions. One duo stood out in particular during this game. Quarterback Evan Hillock and wide receiver Tristen Wallace showed exactly what is possible in Paris. A Bold Bet on a New Concept The start of the first game […]

Evan Hillock leads comeback as Lights score 30 unanswered points to open franchise history with a win. Final Score: Firenze Red Lions at Paris Lights – 8:30 A Rocky Start for Both Sides Neither team looked particularly sharp out of the gate. High snaps in the special teams caused problems on both sides, and the […]

Built from the ground up, the Paris Lights enter the inaugural American Football League Europe season with a coaching staff that includes a two-time champion, a quarterback who won a national title in Canada, and a roster that mixes experienced American professionals with the best French homegrown talent the country has to offer. The Paris […]

Week 2 is here and for the first time all eight AFLE franchises take the field in the same weekend. While the Vienna Vikings, Berlin Thunder, Panthers Wroclaw and London Warriors already played their first game in Week 1, the season truly kicks off for Rhein Fire, Alpine Rams, Paris Lights and Firenze Red Lions […]

This weekend marks a milestone moment for the American Football League Europe. For the first time in the league’s history, all eight franchises will be in action on the same weekend as Week 2 gets underway. A historic weekend for the AFLE While the London Warriors, Vienna Vikings, Panthers Wroclaw and Berlin Thunder all played […]

The American Football League Europe (AFLE) today announced a broadcast partnership with Sport en France, the free-to-air sports channel of the French sports movement published by Media365, making it the official broadcaster of the AFLE and all Paris Lights matches in France. The deal marks a significant step in the AFLE’s mission to grow professional […]

The Paris Lights have announced the venue for their first-ever home game in franchise history. The Complexe Sportif de l’Île-des-Vannes in L’Île-Saint-Denis, just north of Paris, will host the Lights as they welcome the Firenze Red Lions on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM. In an extraordinary gesture, the City of Saint-Ouen has agreed […]

The Paris Lights have added another homegrown piece to their backfield, signing French running back Chris Voumbo-Yalo ahead of the 2026 season. Voumbo arrives with four seasons of European football experience and something to prove after a difficult 2025 campaign. A productive career in European football Voumbo spent four seasons in European football, lining up […]

The Paris Lights have found their next defensive addition, signing Italian linebacker Tiberio Calbucci. Calbucci brings 15 seasons of football experience and a proven track record across multiple leagues to the Paris defensive corps. A decorated career across Europe Calbucci has represented clubs across Italy, Denmark and Austria throughout his long career, with stops at […]

Some football stories are about overnight success. Wilfried Pene’s is not one of them. The 25-year-old defensive lineman from Tours, France has had to fight for every opportunity along the way, and that journey has shaped him into one of the most intriguing players heading into the AFLE’s inaugural season. A late starter with natural […]

The American Football League Europe’s inaugural season will be defined not only by the players on the field but by the coaches guiding them from the sideline. From NFL veterans to European football legends, the AFLE’s eight head coaches bring a remarkable range of experience and philosophy to the league. Here is a look at […]

The Paris Lights have made one of the most exciting signings of the AFLE offseason, bringing in French homegrown defensive lineman Wilfried Pene. The 25-year-old from Tours brings NFL experience and a hunger to prove himself to the Paris defensive front. From France to the NFL Pene started playing football at the age of 14 […]

The Paris Lights continue to build their roster ahead of their inaugural franchise season, signing young running back Armand Soulerot. The 23-year-old arrives with impressive numbers from two different leagues and is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the Paris backfield. Impressive production in Germany Soulerot spent time with the Rostock Griffins in […]

The American Football League Europe is set to kick off its inaugural season and at the heart of every offense stands a quarterback. From Grey Cup champions to college record breakers, the AFLE’s eight starting quarterbacks bring a diverse and impressive range of experience to the field. Here is a look at the men who […]

The Paris Lights continue to build their offensive line, signing French homegrown Mahamadou Jobarteh just one day after announcing New Zealand lineman Matt Henry. Jobarteh adds another local piece to a Paris offensive line that is steadily coming together ahead of the 2026 season. A familiar face in French football Jobarteh has built his career […]

The Paris Lights have landed one of their strongest signings yet, adding New Zealand offensive lineman Matt Henry to their roster. Henry arrives fresh off an outstanding senior season at Troy University and brings a level of college pedigree that immediately strengthens the Paris offensive line. A standout senior season at Troy Henry saved his […]

The American Football League Europe has confirmed all eight franchises that will compete in its inaugural season beginning May 23, 2026. With the London Warriors now officially announced, the full picture of Europe’s newest professional football league is complete. Here is a look at every team taking the field. Rhein Fire, Germany Rhein Fire is […]

The Paris Lights have found their next player for their inaugural franchise season, signing wide receiver Alexandre Agnimel. Agnimel brings proven production and experience across multiple leagues to the Paris receiving corps. A top performer in the French league Most recently Agnimel played for the Grizzlys Catalans in the Fédération Française de Football Américain, where […]

The Paris Lights have addressed their special teams in style, signing two kickers ahead of their debut season. CFL veteran Boris Bede and French homegrown Mathys Dupont give the Lights a experienced and well-rounded kicking operation for 2026. Boris Bede brings CFL pedigree to Paris Bede, born in Toulon, France, brings a wealth of professional […]

The Paris Lights have found their next wide receiver, signing 20-year-old Frenchman Timothe Labarriere ahead of the 2026 season. Labarriere arrives with a clear standout quality that immediately catches the eye. Explosive numbers in the French D1 Labarriere most recently played for the Flash de la Courneuve, where he recorded 11 receptions for 223 receiving […]

The Paris Lights have found their next reinforcement for the offensive line, signing French homegrown Thomas Bertrand ahead of the 2026 season. Bertrand brings recent experience from his time with the Berlin Thunder to a Paris offensive line that is steadily taking shape. From Berlin to Paris Bertrand spent last season with the Berlin Thunder, […]

The Paris Lights have added another Spanish homegrown player to their roster, signing center Elvys Nuñez thanks to the Spanish solidarity rule. With the departure of Celestin Ngimbi, Nuñez is now the only former Madrid Bravos homegrown on the Paris roster and brings five seasons of ELF experience to the offensive line. Five seasons of […]

Timur Beckmann has quietly become one of the most intriguing German coaches in European American Football. After contributing to the dominant rise of Rhein Fire over the past season in the European League of Football, he now steps into a defining role as offensive coordinator of the Paris Lights, bringing proven “title DNA” to a […]

The Paris Lights continue to strengthen their offensive line, signing Panamanian lineman Tomas Middleton ahead of the 2026 season. Middleton joins Spanish homegrown Celestin Ngimbi in what is shaping up to be a solid and experienced unit up front. A true journeyman of European football Middleton has earned the journeyman label through years of reliable […]

The Paris Lights continue to shape their wide receiver room, signing French-Tunisian wide receiver Mahmoud Gharsallah ahead of the 2026 season. The 22-year-old adds another promising young talent to an already exciting receiving corps. Making his mark in the French D1 Gharsallah comes from the Mololes d’Asnières in the French D1 FFFA, where he gave […]

The Paris Lights have signed one of the most talented French receivers available, adding Hugo Schwartz to their wide receiver corps ahead of the 2026 season. The 24-year-old arrives with a strong reputation built over two impressive seasons in the French D1. A consistent performer in the French D1 Schwartz has been turning heads at […]

The Paris Lights continue to strengthen their offense, signing versatile French homegrown Yassine Sifeddine following the recent additions of Lowry Felix and Hugo Schwartz. Sifeddine brings size, versatility and a winning pedigree to the Paris roster. A proven winner in French football Sifeddine arrives with an impressive trophy cabinet from his time with the Flash […]

The Paris Lights have strengthened their running back room, signing French homegrown Lowry Felix ahead of the 2026 season. Felix arrives with a championship pedigree and a skill set that adds a new dimension to the Paris offense. A champion from the German Football League Felix comes to the Lights fresh off a German Bowl […]

The Paris Lights have found their next homegrown addition for the linebacker corps, signing French linebacker Adam Belarbi ahead of the 2026 season. Belarbi brings eight years of experience across multiple leagues and countries to the Paris defense. A career built across Europe Over the past eight years Belarbi has proven himself at several levels […]

The Paris Lights have added another homegrown player to their roster, signing 28-year-old defensive tackle Willem Dendele. Dendele comes with three seasons of experience at the Paris Musketeers and arrives hungry to take on a bigger role in 2026. Three seasons of impact at the Musketeers Dendele spent the last three seasons with the Paris […]

The Paris Lights have added another homegrown player to their roster, signing French linebacker Davidson Larochel ahead of the 2026 season. The 29-year-old brings local experience and a physical presence to the Paris defense. Familiar with the French football scene Larochel comes from the French football scene, having played for both the Flash de La […]

The Paris Lights have added another strong piece to their offense by signing American wide receiver JJ Hopp. He is expected to form a dangerous wide receiver duo together with Tristen Wallace. Unique offensive approach The Lights are taking a different approach compared to other franchises. They have decided to use two American wide receivers […]

The Paris Lights have added another A-import player to their roster by signing cornerback Marque Collins for the 2026 The League Europe season. Strong college career Collins played college football at Weber State University before continuing his career with the BYU Cougars. He spent a total of seven years at the college level, including six […]

The Paris Lights have found their next addition for the defensive backfield, signing Finnish defensive back Peter Lundström. Lundström brings a wealth of European experience and a trophy-winning resume to the Paris secondary. A well-travelled career across Europe Lundström has built his career across several clubs, including the Prague Lions, Potsdam Royals, Kuopio Steelers and […]

The Paris Lights continue to build their defensive unit, signing 23-year-old defensive lineman Tidiane Jalloh. The addition comes hot on the heels of the appointment of defensive coordinator Darion Simmons and adds another promising piece to the Paris front line. A path through the American college system Jalloh made the journey through the American college […]

The Paris Lights have filled another key position on their coaching staff, appointing 31-year-old American Darion Simmons as defensive coordinator ahead of their debut season in the American Football League Europe. Simmons joins head coach David Shelton and offensive coordinator Timur Beckmann as the third confirmed member of the coaching staff. Experience at the highest […]

The Paris Lights have added another homegrown talent to their roster, signing explosive wide receiver Enzo Plumain ahead of the 2026 season. The 25-year-old brings energy, big-play ability and a winning mentality to the Paris offense. A champion from the French scene Plumain arrives fresh off a title-winning campaign with the Mets Meteores in the […]

As the American Football League Europe prepares for its first season, the league officially announces the Homegrown territories for the franchises that have confirmed participation so far. This announcement provides clarity and support for local talent development as each team builds its roster for competition. What is a Homegrown player? In the AFLE, a Homegrown […]

The Paris Lights have added another player to their roster for the 2026 American Football League Europe season. French running back Jean-Charles Moukouri joins the club and brings solid experience from four years in the European League of Football. A familiar face in European football Moukouri, 31, began his ELF career with the Stuttgart Surge, […]

The Paris Lights have signed experienced American defensive back Exavier Edwards, adding leadership and playmaking ability to their defense ahead of the upcoming season. Experienced career across Europe At 34 years old, Edwards brings a long and successful career with him. He played college football for Saddleback College and later for Midland University before making […]

Timur Beckmann has been named Offensive Coordinator of the Paris Lights ahead of their first season in the AFLE. An experienced coach with a strong background at multiple programs across Europe, Beckmann brings a clear philosophy, a passion for player development, and a hunger to help build something new in one of the most exciting […]

Valentin Gnahoua is not coming to Paris Lights to quietly fill a roster spot. The experienced defensive end has competed in some of Europe’s top leagues and earned a first overall pick in the CFL’s European draft. Now, with Paris Lights entering their first ever season in the AFLE, Gnahoua is ready to be the […]

The Paris Lights have signed their first Spanish homegrown player thanks to the Spanish Solidarity Rule. Celestin Ngimbi, who was originally set to play for the Madrid Bravos, has now joined the Lights for the 2026 season and will be an important part of their offensive line. European football experience Ngimbi has been playing American […]

The Paris Lights have found their offensive coordinator for their first season in the American Football League Europe. German coach Timur Beckmann will lead the offense of the French franchise. Championship experience from Rhein Fire Beckmann spent the past seasons as part of the coaching staff of Rhein Fire, where he worked as tight ends […]

As the Paris Lights prepare for their first season in the American Football League Europe, General Manager Frantzy Dorlean is focused on building more than just a competitive roster. His priority is clear: establish a strong identity and a professional structure that will last well beyond year one. The first key decision Every new franchise […]

The Paris Lights have found their quarterback for the first season of the American Football League Europe. The French franchise signed Canadian quarterback Evan Hillock, becoming the first team in AFLE history to bring in a Canadian player at the quarterback position. With this move, the Paris Lights take a different path compared to other […]

The Paris Lights continue to strengthen their defense with the signing of versatile defender Zaire Ugapo as their first E-import player. The 28-year-old brings international experience and strong performances from several European teams. Ugapo first learned to play football in Australia with the Tamaki Lightning before making the move to Europe in 2022. His first […]

The Paris Lights continue building their roster for the upcoming the American Football 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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Paris Lights have made the first major signing in franchise history by appointing David Shelton Sr as their head coach. With this decision, the French organization takes an important step in building its structure for the upcoming season. Shelton brings experience as both a former player and a coach at different levels of football […]