The finals of the two big European titles and the IFAF Europe Champions League all took place over this past weekend.
EuroBowl XXVIII – Braunschweig Lions 20-17 Berlin Adler.
The Championship game of the new GFLI BIG6 took place on Saturday evening and featured two German teams – Braunschweig Lions and Berlin Adler. The Adler won a close battle by 20-17 on front of a large crowd in Berlin. Philip Anderson of the Adler scored two touchdowns including the decider in the fourth quarter. Berlin QB, Darius Outlaw won the MVP award.
EFL Championship – Kiel Baltic Hurricanes 40-0 Badalona Dracs.
The Germans also won the other major European club title when the Kiel Baltic Hurricanes had a comprehensive victory over Spains Badalona Dracs. Hurricanes QB Nick Lamaison threw 3 TDs on front of a large crowd in Kiel. The game was referreed by IAFA official, Michael Smith.
IFAF Europe Champions League – Helsinki Roosters win.
The inaugural IFAF Champions League finals, featuring 4 teams took place in Elancourt, France. Helsinki Roosters won the final game ahead of Belgrade, Elancourt and Thonan. The final was very poorly attended – less than 500 spectators reported – in what was a very underwhelming inaugural season for this championship.