Week 12 showdowns reshape Italian Football League playoff race

As the Italian Football League regular season enters its final stretch, Week 12 features high-stakes matchups that could reshape the playoff picture. While the Firenze Guelfi (Group B) and Ancona Dolphins (Group A) have secured top seeds, a scramble for remaining postseason spots dominates the narrative. Critical games in Florence, Varese, Milan, and Bergamo will separate contenders from pretenders.

Firenze Guelfi chase perfection
The unbeaten Firenze Guelfi (8-0) host the Ferrara Aquile aiming for a flawless regular season. With Group B clinched, the league leaders may rest starters, testing depth ahead of the playoffs. The Ferrara Aquile, fighting for survival, need an upset to keep postseason hopes alive. Defeating the Guelfi at their fortress-like Guelfi Sport Center, however, remains a monumental task.

Varese Skorpions push for late surge
Fresh off a 37-14 rout of the Torino Giaguari, the Varese Skorpions (4-4) face the Albisola Pirates. Tied with the Torino Giaguari but trailing in tiebreakers, the Skorpions must win to stay in contention. The Pirates, reeling from a 38-10 loss to the Lazio Marines, battle injuries and fading momentum.

Lombardy derby tests Legnano’s resolve
The Legnano Frogs, stung by a 25-26 loss to the Parma Panthers, clash with the eliminated Milano Rhinos. The Frogs need a win to stay in Group A’s top-two race, while Milano plays for pride at the Velodromo Vigorelli. Pressure mounts on Legnano as the Rhinos embrace a spoiler role.

Bergamo Lions brace for Ancona’s dominance
Group A leaders, the Ancona Dolphins, visit the winless Bergamo Lions.. The Dolphins, eyeing a statement finish, face little resistance on paper. For Bergamo, the focus shifts to next week’s relegation decider against the Bologna Warriors, making this a dress rehearsal for survival.

With playoff dreams and relegation fears at stake, Week 12 delivers drama, desperation, and defining moments.