LIVESTREAM France: Fontenay Météores @ Thonon Black Panthers, Feb. 28, 19:00 CET (7 pm, 1 pm ET)

AFI | American Football | 02/28/2026

Graphic: Dante Bustos

The Thonon Black Panthers (2–0) face their toughest test yet as they host the surprising Fontenay Météores (2–0) in a battle of unbeaten French D1 Elite teams that could determine early control of the Northern Conference.

Météores making noise
Promoted this season, Fontenay has taken the league by storm with impressive wins over the Villepinte Diables Rouge and Asnieres Molosses. Their offense has been powered by running back Graham Ouro Bodi, who leads D1 with 223 rushing yards through two games. Playing with confidence and nothing to lose, the newcomers have become must-watch television.

Black Panthers looking dominant
The defending champions have opened strong with road wins at Asnieres and La Courneuve, outscoring opponents 42–20 while never trailing. Known for their physical defense and clutch playmaking, Thonon has shown the poise of a veteran team that knows how to win close games.

This matchup features the league’s established powerhouse against its hottest Cinderella story. Can Fontenay’s ground game penetrate Thonon’s stout defense? Or will the Black Panthers’ experience and home-field advantage prove too much for the upstart Météores? Tune in Saturday for what promises to be one of the most intriguing games of the young season.