LIVESTREAM Japan: IBM Big Blue vs Fuji Film Ebina Minerva, May 3, 09:00 CET (9 am, 3 am ET)

This Sunday marks the opening weekend of play in Japan’s X-League, as the IBM Big Blue take on the Fujifilm Ebina Minerva AFC at the Tokyo Dome. Last season, IBM finished with 2 wins and 4 losses, while Fujifilm struggled with just 1 win and 5 losses.

Team updates

In their last meeting in 2025, IBM edged out Fujifilm 28-24, and the year before, they played to a 17-17 tie. Under new head coach John Stanton, IBM has revamped its roster, adding linebacker AJ Wentland from the Wroclaw Panthers and wide receiver Reece Horn, formerly of the Vienna Vikings. These additions aim to enhance their performance on both sides of the ball. Meanwhile, Fujifilm, led by fifth-year head coach Takao Asakura, will look to counter IBM‘s diverse attack.

This matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two teams eager to start the season with a win.