Wroclaw Panthers dominate Cologne Centurions for consecutive wins

The Wroclaw Panthers (4-3) overwhelmed the winless Cologne Centurions (0-7) 54-2 in a one-sided European League of Football matchup, securing their first back-to-back victories of the season behind a relentless offensive showcase.

Panthers’ offensive explosion
Quarterback Demarcus Irons Jr. orchestrated a dominant first half, guiding the Panthers to a 20-2 lead by halftime. Running back Dawid Brzozowski (88 yards rushing) scored two first-quarter touchdowns, part of his four-TD performance, while receiver Kacper Jaszewski added a second-quarter score. Irons Jr. finished 17-of-23 for 163 passing yards and three touchdowns, complemented by 122 rushing yards on 13 carries. The Panthers amassed 429 total yards, including 270 on the ground, as Brzozowski extended his league-leading rushing touchdown total to 10.

Centurions’ frustrations mount
The Cologne Centurions, starting homegrown quarterback Jan Leuker (14-of-31, 112 yards), managed just 140 total yards and nine first downs. Their lone score came via special teams: a blocked PAT followed by a defensive two-point conversion. A potential 68-yard touchdown pass from Leuker to Austin Osborn was nullified by an illegal formation penalty, encapsulating their disjointed performance. The Centurions’ offense failed to reach the red zone, while their defense allowed 6.7 yards per play.

Second-half shutdown
The Panthers scored 34 unanswered points after halftime, with Brzozowski adding two more touchdowns and receiver Patryk Banat hauling in a 56-yard score. The Centurions’ offense sputtered, gaining only 36 rushing yards and converting three third downs. Wroclaw’s defense registered four sacks and held Cologne to 2-of-12 on third-down attempts, cementing their control.

Key performances and implications
Brzozowski’s 122 rushing yards and four touchdowns headlined the Panthers’ balanced attack, while Irons Jr. accounted for 285 total yards. The Centurions’ Leuker struggled under constant pressure, with receiver Lars Goossens limited to 30 yards on two catches. Wroclaw climbs to 4-3, revitalizing playoff hopes, while Cologne remains one of three winless teams in the ELF. The Panthers face stiffer tests ahead, but their ground game and defensive discipline suggest growing momentum. For the Centurions, addressing offensive execution and penalty issues (nine infractions) remains urgent.