tHE PEOPLE'S LEAGUE
RETURNS
The Continental Football League returns in Summer 2026 with affordable, outdoor professional football built for communities, families, players, and passionate fans who want the game to keep going all summer long.
HISTORIC ROOTS. SUMMER ENERGY. REAL OPPORTUNITY. FOOTBALL BACK WHERE IT BELONGS
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FOOTBALL, BACK WHERE IT BELONGS
A HISTORIC LEAGUE REBORN FOR MODERN FANS
A historic football league reborn for a new era of fans, families, players, and communities.
The Continental Football League is a fan-first, community-driven outdoor professional football league returning in Summer 2026.
Built on real football history and designed for modern audiences, the CoFL brings affordable summer football, hometown pride, real opportunity, and a league experience rooted in the cities it serves.
TEAMS
MEET THE TEAMS
Eight teams. Two divisions. One league built for Summer Festivals starting 2026.
The Continental Football League launches with four teams in the North and four in the South, each rooted in its own community and identity.
NORTHERN DIVISION
Four teams representing proud football markets.
N O R T H
OHIO VALLEY IRONMEN
OHIO VALLEY
A cornerstone of the league’s rebirth, the Ohio Valley Ironmen carry forward the rugged legacy of the original Wheeling Ironmen and the deep football pride of the Ohio Valley.
N O R T H
CINCINNATI DUKES
CINCINNATI
The Cincinnati Dukes bring big-market energy, bold ambition, and a battle-ready identity to one of the Midwest’s most passionate football regions.
N O R T H
INDIANAPOLIS CAPITOLS
INDIANAPOLIS
A cornerstone of the league's rebirth, the Indianapolis Capitols carry forward the pride of Indiana football and stand ready to compete in the Northern Division.
N O R T H
MICHIGAN ARROWS
MICHIGAN
A cornerstone of the league's rebirth, the Michigan Arrows carry forward the rugged legacy of the original Wheeling Ironmen and the deep football pride of the Ohio Valley.
SOUTHERN DIVISION
Four teams representing proud football markets.
S O U T H
TEXAS SYNDICATE
TEXAS
A cornerstone of the league’s rebirth, the Ohio Valley Ironmen carry forward the rugged legacy of the original Wheeling Ironmen and the deep football pride of the Ohio Valley.
S O U T H
SAN ANTONIO TOROS
SAN ANTONIO
The Cincinnati Dukes bring big-market energy, bold ambition, and a battle-ready identity to one of the Midwest’s most passionate football regions.
S O U T H
TALL CITY BLACK GOLD
MIDLAND
A cornerstone of the league's rebirth, the Indianapolis Capitols carry forward the pride of Indiana football and stand ready to compete in the Northern Division.
S O U T H
FORT WORTH BRAVES
FORT WORTH
A cornerstone of the league's rebirth, the Michigan Arrows carry forward the rugged legacy of the original Wheeling Ironmen and the deep football pride of the Ohio Valley.
SEASON SCHEDULE
THE ROAD TO THE
CONTINENTAL CUP
Follow the upcoming action across the Continental Football League. Track the season, follow key matchups, and stay connected to the race in both divisions.
OPENING WEEKEND
Michigan Arrows vs Ohio Valley Ironmen
Wheeling Island Stadium
WEEK 1
Texas Syndicate vs San Antonio Toros
San Antonio
WEEK 1
Cincinnati Dukes vs Indianapolis Capitols
Indianapolis
MEDIA AND BROADCAST
WATCH THE
CoFL NETWORK
Live games, league shows, highlights, interviews, and the stories driving the rebirth of the Continental Football League.
The CoFL Network is the central home for video content across the league — giving fans one place to follow games, programming, updates, and original football coverage as the 2026 season approaches.
THE STORY
THE CONTINENTAL
SHIFT
NFL rules through three quarters. A modified Canadian-style shift in the fourth.
For the first three quarters, CoFL games follow traditional NFL rules. Then the fourth quarter changes the game.
The Continental Shift introduces a faster, more urgent style inspired by Canadian football concepts — increasing drama, discouraging teams from sitting on a lead, and keeping fans locked in until the final score.
FOR PLAYERS, COMMUNITIES, FANS & THE FUTURE
A LEAGUE OF OPPORTUNITY
The Continental Football League is built to create opportunity at every level.
For players, it provides meaningful summer film and a real path to NFL and CFL attention. For communities, it brings identity, energy, and local pride. For fans, it creates a deeper connection to the sport. For future owners and partners, it opens the door to building something that matters.
For Players
For Fans
For Community
For Ownership
FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIY
BRING THE CoFL TO YOUR MARKET
Explore ownership opportunities in the Continental Football League.
The CoFL is building a new era of community-rooted outdoor professional football. For the right ownership groups, this is an opportunity to create something meaningful in a football-hungry market — with league support, a strong brand platform, and a vision built for growth.
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The latest stories, announcements, and updates from around the league.
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BUILT FOR FAMILIES, BUILT FOR COMMUNITIES.
AFFORDABLE FOOTBALL WITH REAL ATMOSPHERE AND SUMMER ENERGY
The CoFL is committed to making football approachable, affordable, and fun. Every game is designed to feel like more than a kickoff — with local energy, community connection, and a festival-style atmosphere that gives fans a reason to come early, stay engaged, and make football part of their summer tradition.
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