The Prague Lions (5-4) kept their playoff hopes alive with a gritty 10-6 victory over the winless Fehervar Enthroners (0-9) in European League of Football action on this past Sunday, overcoming a fourth-quarter deficit to clinch their fifth win.
Defensive battle dominates first three quarters
Fehervar kicker Cameron Gillis provided his team’s only scoring through 45 minutes, converting field goals of 44 and 32 yards. The Enthroners’ defense stifled Prague’s offense, limiting quarterback Javarian Smith to 77 passing yards and forcing two first-half interceptions. Prague’s lone early points came via Marek Hrubon’s 23-yard field goal late in the second quarter.
Fourth-quarter touchdown seals Lions’ comeback
Trailing 6-3, Prague capitalized on a broken coverage for the game’s decisive play: Smith connected with receiver William Patterson on a 44-yard touchdown pass with 12:30 remaining. The Lions’ defense then forced three consecutive punts and a turnover on downs, holding Fehervar to 1/12 third-down conversions overall.
Key performances
- Fehervar QB Ben Pullman: 26/58, 210 yards, 0 TDs
- Prague WR William Patterson: 3 receptions, 65 yards, 1 TD
- Fehervar RB Kevin Rathonyi: 31 rushing yards on 10 carries
Standings implications
The Lions move into a tie for second in the ELF East Division with the Wroclaw Panthers, while Fehervar remains the league’s only winless team. Prague’s playoff fate hinges on their Week 11 road matchup against the Vienna Vikings.
Critical stats:
- Total yards: Fehervar 276, Prague 215
- Red-zone efficiency: Combined 0/4
- Time of possession: Fehervar 32:47, Prague 27:13