This could very well be the first major turning point of the 2026 EFA regular season. This Saturday, June 6, at 6:00 PM, the Paris Musketeers will host the formidable Munich Ravens for a Week 4 matchup. This battle of the unbeatens is already shaping up to be an electric affair.
After a flawless start to their campaign, Jack Del Rio’s men face a true litmus test against the Bavarian franchise. The stakes? Taking sole possession of the top spot in the standings and sending a clear message to the rest of the league.
Both squads will step onto the turf in Saint-Ouen brimming with confidence. The Musketeers perfectly managed their season debut, first clinching a thrilling, down-to-the-wire victory against the Frankfurt Galaxy (21-20) in the season opener, before solidifying their home debut on May 23 with a commanding win over the Prague Lions (30-9). Coming fresh off their bye week, the Parisians are rested, sharp, and ready for battle.
The Munich Ravens’ track record is equally impressive. In their Week 1 debut, the Germans literally dismantled the Raiders Tirol with an undeniable 58-30 victory. Following their own bye week, the Bavarians had to navigate a perilous road trip to Frankfurt for the season's first German derby. Once again, the Munich Ravens emerged victorious, handling business with a 45-26 win. Safe to say, the Ravens are firing on all cylinders.
One of the most compelling storylines to watch this week will undoubtedly be the ruthless showdown between Paris’s ironclad defense and Munich’s explosive offense. For several years now, the Paris Musketeers' defensive unit has ranked among the elite in Europe. Further bolstered this season by marquee signings like Yani Gouadfel and Ilan Barbaras, the Musketeers have allowed a mere 29 points so far. That stellar stat ties them with the Nordic Storm for the best defense in the EFA.
However, this Parisian defense faces its ultimate test this Saturday at Stade Bauer, as the Bavarian armada possesses serious firepower. Led by Russell Tabor—a dual-threat quarterback as dangerous with his legs as he is with his arm—the German offense is primed to punish the slightest lapse in concentration. On the ground, Tabor will be supported by the dynamic rushing duo of Justus Seelig and Justin Rodney. The Ravens also boast one of the league's premier receiving corps, featuring fast, physical targets like Malik Stanley and Louis Geyer. Danger lurks on every single play.
This matchup will also feature a premier battle between two special teams units capable of breaking the game wide open on returns. For Paris, Austin Mitchell has repeatedly proven his ability to flip the field with deep returns into opponent territory. On the other side, Bijon Harris has already housed two kickoff returns for touchdowns in the opening weeks. Expect nothing less than fireworks at Bauer.
Stade Bauer is gearing up for a packed house. The festivities will kick off at 4:00 PM on the stadium plaza with the traditional Pregame Party, featuring American-style food trucks, live DJ sets, entertainment, and the official team store to get your blue and white gear. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM.
The Paris Musketeers will need every single voice and every drumbeat from their most passionate fans to topple the Munich juggernaut. Put on your jerseys and warm up your vocal cords: Paris must remain an unbreachable fortress. Get your tickets at Ticketmaster now.
