The Vienna Vikings (9-1), already crowned East Division champions, host the Wroclaw Panthers (5-5) in a European League of Football Week 13 clash that pits title contenders against desperate postseason hopefuls.
Vikings target top seed amid crowded standings
With Copenhagen and Munich also at 9-1 and Stuttgart (8-2) close behind, the Vikings aim to solidify their #1 overall seed. Quarterback Ben Holmes (2,368 yards, 37 TD) orchestrates a high-powered offense featuring receivers Noah Toure (548 yards, 9 TD) and Reece Horn (505 yards, 13 TD). Head coach Chris Calaycay emphasized maintaining momentum: “We want to go into the next home game with full energy—every win counts.”
Panthers cling to fading playoff hopes
The Wroclaw Panthers, needing a win to stay mathematically alive, rely on dual-threat QB Demarcus Irons (1,866 passing yards, 20 TD; league-high 852 rushing yards, 7 TD). Irons’ mobility poses a unique challenge, but the Panthers must overcome a Vikings defense that has dominated opponents this season.
Key matchup: Irons vs. Vikings’ defensive discipline
Wroclaw’s postseason aspirations hinge on Irons evading pressure and extending plays, while Vienna’s defense aims to neutralize his ground game.