NFL Europe

NFL Europe was a professional American football league that served as a developmental league for the National Football League (NFL). Established in 1991 under the name World League of American Football (WLAF), it was rebranded as NFL Europe in 1998 and later as NFL Europa before ceasing operations in 2007. The league featured teams primarily based in European cities, providing a platform for emerging players, coaches, and officials to develop their skills and gain exposure. NFL Europe played a significant role in promoting American football across Europe, helping to grow the sport's popularity outside the United States. The league's season typically ran during the spring and early summer, culminating in a championship game known as the World Bowl. Despite its eventual discontinuation, NFL Europe remains an important chapter in the globalization of American football.