LIVESTREAM CEFL: Amsterdam Crusaders @ Bristol Aztecs, April 26, 20:00 CET (8 pm, 2 pm ET)

The Bristol Aztecs and Amsterdam Crusaders cap off Saturday’s CEFL Championship action at Bristol’s home venue (20:00 CET), marking both teams’ inaugural appearance in the continental tournament. This clash pits British ambition against Dutch pedigree under the lights.

Bristol’s high-powered ascent
The Aztecs, unbeaten in the 2025 British Southern Conference (2-0, 108-0 point differential), aim to translate domestic dominance onto the CEFL stage. After last year’s 56-14 friendly loss to Amsterdam, they’ve reloaded with American imports: QB Ethan Gretzinger and WRs Darius Saint-Robinson and Tim Lukas (two active). Their explosive offense seeks redemption, though roster limits test their depth.

Amsterdam’s seasoned pedigree
The Crusaders, three-time reigning BNL champions, enter with a 4-0 domestic record and Euro experience. RB Le’Anthony Reasnover, a dual-threat playmaker, headlines a balanced attack that dominated Bristol in 2023. Yet, their CEFL debut tests whether Benelux supremacy translates continentally.

Key matchup: Speed vs. structure
Bristol’s air raid, fueled by Gretzinger’s arm and receiver depth, challenges Amsterdam’s disciplined secondary. Conversely, Reasnover’s ground game could exploit the Aztecs’ untested front seven.

Stakes under the spotlight
For Bristol, this is a chance to prove their growth since last year’s humbling. For Amsterdam, it’s an opportunity to validate their legacy against rising talent. Both teams seek a statement win to launch their CEFL campaigns, blending rivalry with mutual respect. Will the Aztecs’ firepower stun the Dutch giants, or will the Crusaders’ experience prevail?