CEFL Semifinals: Calanda Broncos host Warsaw Eagles as Thonon Black Panthers face Firenze Guelfi
The Central European Football League semifinals take center stage on Saturday, June 6, as four of Europe’s top clubs battle for a place in the championship game.
In Chur, Switzerland, the Calanda Broncos host the Warsaw Eagles in a rematch of last year’s semifinal won by the Broncos. Calanda advanced with a 48-24 victory over Spain’s Badalona Dracs, while Warsaw earned its place with a 35-21 win over Great Britain’s Bristol Aztecs. Meanwhile, reigning CEFL champions the Thonon Black Panthers welcome Italy’s defending champion Firenze Guelfi to Thonon-les-Bains, France. The Black Panthers powered past the Manchester Titans 55-8 in the quarterfinals, while Firenze overwhelmed Serbia’s Belgrade Blue Dragons 55-7 to set up a heavyweight semifinal showdown.
Saturday, June 6
Warsaw Eagles @ Calanda Broncos
The Calanda Broncos of Switzerland host the Warsaw Eagles of Poland in the CEFL semifinals on Saturday, June 6, at Obere Au Stadium in Chur, Switzerland, in a rematch of last year’s semifinal. The Broncos won that 2025 meeting 17-7 before advancing to the CEFL title game.
Calanda reached this year’s semifinals with a convincing 48-24 victory over the Badalona Dracs, powered by three first-half touchdown catches from Tommy Smith. Meanwhile, the Warsaw Eagles advanced by defeating the Bristol Aztecs 35-21 behind quarterback Vidal Woodruff and a balanced offensive attack. A berth in the CEFL championship game is on the line.
Firenze Guelfi @ Thonon Black Panthers
The Thonon Black Panthers of France host Italy’s defending champion Firenze Guelfi in the CEFL semifinals on Saturday, June 6, in what many consider an early championship game.
The reigning CEFL champion and French champion Black Panthers earned their place with a dominant 55-8 quarterfinal victory over Great Britain’s Manchester Titans, led by quarterback Mateo Renteria, who accounted for six touchdowns. The Guelfi were just as impressive, overwhelming Serbia’s Belgrade Blue Dragons 55-7 behind quarterback Andrea Fimiani and a high-powered offense. With both teams coming off emphatic victories, a place in the CEFL championship game is at stake.
