Around 40 people, including Tackle players, Flag players, Coaches and Photographers, took part in the trip to Morocco on the weekend of 29/30 November

The two scheduled matches took place on Sunday 30th:
Team World Lone Wolves vs. Predators Rabat and Women’s Flag Team Scarlet Phoenix Flag vs. Dragons Rabat/Salé

Unfortunately, due to the last-minute cancellation of the reserved field for the men’s Tackle match, it was not possible to play the match in the scheduled 11v11 mode. A minicamp was then held for the Moroccan players followed by a scrimmage played in 7vs7 mode which ended with a score of 14 to 6 for Team Predators

The Women’s Flag match was instead held regularly with the 12-6 victory of Team Scarlet Phoenix Flag in the so-called Rabat Bowl

A big thank you to our photographers Massimo and Angela who accompanied us to give us some wonderful photos.

It means a lot, i’m very happy to represent my country and meet new people from different parts of the world.

I expect good competitive game agains our opponent, a lot of fun and nice plays, and of course win for Team World.

Atmosphere is amazing, everybody is excited to play, all the guys are great and i can’t wait to see them again on field.

Interview for the Mediterranean Championship 2025 – Rabat, Morocco

Q: Introduce yourself – name, country, and role on Team World.
A: Niko Bredbacka, from Finland – I’ll be playing as QB and WR for Team World.

Q: How did you first get in touch with AGWA and Team World?
A: I was informed through Team Phoenix Malta in their group chat. That’s how I found out about the opportunity.

Q: What does it mean to you to play in Morocco and represent multiple nations together?
A: It’s a great chance to do something unusual, refreshing, and undoubtedly fun. It’s a unique opportunity for players and coaches to meet new faces and – even with limited time – to learn something new.

Q: What are your expectations for the Mediterranean Championship?
A: Just a year ago, I didn’t even know Malta had a team or that Morocco would host an international game. So, I’m not exactly sure what to expect! But I believe the level of play will be high, with many experienced players coming together.

Q: How would you describe the atmosphere and the team?
A: At this point (early November), my intuition tells me it’s going to be warm, welcoming, and relaxed – but also competitive once the weekend kicks off. The vibes will definitely feel a bit exotic, given the location and the mix of nationalities.

Q: What message would you like to share with fans and American football supporters around the world?
A: As we all know, football is the greatest team sport in the world. There’s a good reason why it keeps growing in popularity across Europe – and this event is proof of that global passion.

Q: (Optional) Can you share a special memory or moment from your football journey?
A: It’s hard to choose just one… but I’d say I was really happy when I decided to start playing again after a three-year break back in 2010. Hopefully, Morocco will become a similar spark for me!

Notes:
Let’s go Lone Wolves!

The Mediterranean Championship 2025, organized by the Amateur Gridiron World Association (AGWA), will take place on November 30, 2025, in Rabat, the capital of Morocco.

This prestigious annual American football event will feature a thrilling matchup between:

• Predators Salè (Morocco) – the home team representing the rapidly growing Moroccan football movement;

• Lone Wolves (World Team) – an international selection composed of players from various AGWA-affiliated countries.

Past champions of the Mediterranean Championship include:
Rooster Romagna (Italy)
Sasquatchs Gap (France)

The 2025 edition promises excitement and passion, once again celebrating the sporting and cultural unity of the Mediterranean region through American football.

Event Match 2024: Team World vS. Team Europe

Deadline of Inscriptions is 5 October 2025;

For further information and registration please contact:

sabbioneda@iaafl.eu

is proud to announce:

2nd MEDITERRANEAN CHAMPIONSHIP,
from 11 to 13 October.

The international tournament that takes place every 2 years, on the coast of the Mare Nostrum..
Tackle Man and Woman organized by Waves Sanremo and sponsored by IAAFL International,

2 days of games and fun in this Sport Festival.
The tournament starts on Friday 11th at 9hoo and ends on Saturday 12th at 20h00.
Closing Party.
Medals and trophies.

ALL teams, selections or Fam Team are invited.

More information write to: sabbioneda@iaafl.eu

Al più presto comunicheremo date e luoghi dei camps di preparazione nella primavera / estate e, nel frattempo, cureremo lo svolgimento di scrimmages, bowls ed eventi estemporanei tra le squadre aderenti e tra le realtà nascenti.

Invitiamo le squadre già strutturate a salire a bordo e, intanto, puntiamo ad aggregare le atlete e i tecnici che desiderino aderire, per preparare  un Team femminile.

Per saperne di più trovate il progetto qui:

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