ELF: No responsible implementation of the framework conditions possible
“After intensive examination, it is clear: Participation in the European League of Football 2026 is not possible under the given circumstances,” it continues
Although preparations are scheduled to begin in less than eight weeks, there is no binding game plan. Therefore, it is not possible “to work professionally under these circumstances. Issues such as employment contracts, visas, planning security for players, staff and partners cannot be implemented responsibly.”
Despite this drastic step, the organization remains in existence and is working towards a better future: “In 2026 we will also have a team and offer attractive football. We have been working on alternative, viable models for several weeks in order to give Swiss football and especially young talent a reliable perspective.”
European League of Football: More teams are leaving
This means that the ELF is now officially almost without a team a few months before the planned start of the season. Only the Hamburg Sea Devils, the Cologne Centurions and the Munich Ravens are part of the league.
Due to the separation of the AFLE and the terminated agreement with the EFA, most of the teams that the ELF had planned with have now withdrawn.
Mercenaries fans can refund tickets they have already purchased for the ELF. The team will communicate further steps promptly.
