Berlin Kobra Ladies Win 2026 GFL Women’s Bowl Championship
- The Berlin Kobra Ladies won the GFL Women’s Bowl on September 26, 2026, defeating the defending champion Hamburg Amazons 28–13 at the Stadion Wilmersdorf in Berlin to cap...
- Berlin established control early in the game, capitalizing on mistakes from the visiting team to build a commanding lead by halftime.
- The defending champions adjusted their approach after intermission, applying significant pressure on the Berlin defense.
The Berlin Kobra Ladies won the GFL Women’s Bowl on September 26, 2026, defeating the defending champion Hamburg Amazons 28–13 at the Stadion Wilmersdorf in Berlin to cap an undefeated season. According to reporting from the American Football Verband Deutschland (AFVD), the victory secured the 13th national championship in club history for the Berlin side, adding to a legacy that includes a prior title in 2019.
First-Half Dominance Sets Up Victory
Berlin established control early in the game, capitalizing on mistakes from the visiting team to build a commanding lead by halftime. Touchdowns from Jule Hollerbaum, Nele Mayr, Suse Rojahn, and Juli Gruschka powered the Kobra Ladies to a 28–0 advantage through the first two quarters. Defensively, the squad kept the Amazons off the scoreboard before the break, creating a cushion that proved vital as the match progressed.
Hamburg Resurgence Tests Berlin Defense
The defending champions adjusted their approach after intermission, applying significant pressure on the Berlin defense. The Amazons fought back with two touchdowns in the second half, narrowing the deficit and making the contest considerably tighter. However, Berlin managed the clock effectively in the closing minutes, and an interception by Svenja Horn ultimately sealed the outcome. Head Coach Tom Balkow noted that his squad let up slightly after the break, stating in the second half, we let it slide a bit too much, and Hamburg adjusted well.
A New Era Under the GFL Women’s Bowl Banner
Previously known as the Ladiesbowl since 1990, the premier fixture was contested under the GFL Women’s Bowl name for the first time. The journey to the final saw Hamburg edge the Stuttgart Scorpions Sisters 14–7 in the opening semifinal, while Berlin secured a 34–3 victory over the Braunschweig Lady Lions. AFVD President Fuad Merdanovic presided over the trophy presentation, capping a comprehensive matchday that featured live entertainment, a ceremonial coin toss by basketball player Ireti Amojo, and a broadcast via Berlin Live Sports.
