LIVESTREAM CEFL: Eidsvoll 1814s @ Carlstad Crusaders, April 26, 15:00 CET (3 pm, 9 am ET)

The Carlstad Crusaders make their long-awaited CEFL Championship tournament debut on Saturday, April 26, hosting Norwegian newcomers, the Eidsvoll 1814’s, at their home venue in a Scandinavian showdown brimming with narrative intrigue.

Crusaders’ long-awaited CEFL debut
Originally slated for the 2021 tournament, COVID-19 delayed Carlstad’s continental return. The Swedish champions, undefeated in domestic play since 2023 (2-0 this season), aim to rekindle their mid-2010s glory, when they claimed the IFAF Europe Champions League title. Anchored by American quarterback Slade Jarman (University of Wyoming) and Canadian defensive anchor Rory Kelly, their balanced roster blends collegiate pedigree with homegrown talent.

Watch live. Eidsvoll 1814s @ Carlstad Crusaders, April 26, 15:00 CET (3 pm, 9 am ET)

Eidsvoll seeks Scandinavian breakthrough
Norway’s first CEFL representatives, Eidsvoll 1814’s, arrive as 2023 national bowl winners but stumbled to an 0-2 start this year. Quarterback Cornelius Kinchen’s connection with import lineman Richard Queen will be critical against Carlstad’s fierce pass rush. Though last season’s near-flawless campaign (one loss) showcased their potential, the Norwegians must recalibrate quickly to challenge the hosts.

Key players to watch
Jarman’s precision passing and Kelly’s ball-hawking secondary presence give Carlstad a tactical edge. For Eidsvoll, Queen’s protection of Kinchen could determine their ability to exploit gaps in the Crusaders’ defense.

This clash pits Carlstad’s quest for continental validation against Eidsvoll’s urgency to reverse early struggles. With playoff implications looming, the Crusaders’ CEFL return could either cement their dominance or expose cracks for the underdogs to exploit.

Watch live. Eidsvoll 1814s @ Carlstad Crusaders, April 26, 15:00 CET (3 pm, 9 am ET)