LIVESTREAM Germany PPV: Saarland Hurricanes @ Kiel Baltic Hurricanes, June 21, 16:00 CET (4 pm, 10 am ET)

The Kiel Baltic Hurricanes (2-3) host the Saarland Hurricanes (2-3) in the inaugural Hurricanes Bowl, presented by Johanniter, at Kilia Stadium on Saturday. Both teams, sharing identical records and nicknames, meet for the first time in German Football League (GFL) history, with playoff implications on the line in a matchup dubbed “North vs. South Canes.”

Playoff urgency for balanced rivals
Both teams sit sixth in their respective divisions (GFL North and South) but remain in contention. Kiel enters fresh off a road win over Hildesheim, while Saarland seeks redemption after a 45-20 loss to Ravensburg, where two interception returns skewed the scoreline. Saarland’s pass-heavy offense, ranking fourth in the GFL with 14 aerial touchdowns, leans on new quarterback Walter Kuhlenkamp (6 TDs in two games). Kiel counters with a potent ground game (11 rushing TDs, third-best in the league) to exploit Saarland’s 27.4 points allowed per game.

Watch live PPV. Saarland Hurricanes @ Kiel Baltic Hurricanes, June 21, 16:00 CET (4 pm, 10 am ET)

Defensive subplots and familiar faces
Saarland defensive coordinator Rory Johnson, a former Berlin Rebels linebacker, brings firsthand experience against Kiel’s run schemes. Linebacker Sebastian Kyereh, who played for Kiel in 2017, adds insider knowledge to the visitors’ game plan. Kiel’s defense, meanwhile, must contain Kuhlenkamp’s quick-strike ability after allowing 25.6 points per game.

Stakes under the Kiel lights
With both teams vying to climb the standings, the Hurricanes Bowl offers a unique blend of novelty and urgency. Kiel’s home-field advantage and rushing attack clash with Saarland’s high-flying passing game, setting the stage for a defining midseason battle. For the winner, playoff momentum beckons; for the loser, a deeper climb in a tight divisional race.

Watch live PPV. Saarland Hurricanes @ Kiel Baltic Hurricanes, June 21, 16:00 CET (4 pm, 10 am ET)