Overview

• On July 8, Rhein Fire partnered with several franchises to form the European Football Alliance as an interest group challenging ELF leadership.
• The alliance has hired consultants, a brand manager and a press officer and could transform into a rival league if negotiations fail.
• Member teams are insisting on clear transparency measures and competitive balance reforms ahead of the season finale.
• The European League of Football has defended its rapid expansion, acknowledged governance shortcomings and opened talks on operational improvements.
• Season blowouts such as Helvetic Mercenaries’ 0–62 loss underscore the competitive disparities driving the alliance’s demands.