New European Amputee Soccer League Kicks Off in Bucharest
A new European soccer league for amputee players, the EAFF Conference League, has kicked off in Bucharest, Romania. The competition provides international opportunities for athletes from countries without domestic leagues, with Maccabi Haifa FC of Israel winning the inaugural tournament.
Detroit, MI, September 26, 2026 —
The inaugural EAFF Conference League, a new European competition specifically for amputee soccer players, has commenced its first matches in Bucharest, Romania. This initiative aims to foster international competition and provide opportunities for athletes in nations where organized domestic amputee soccer leagues are not yet established.
The establishment of the EAFF Conference League addresses a critical need for accessible international play among amputee athletes across Europe. For players representing countries lacking their own domestic leagues, this tournament serves as a vital platform to showcase their skills, gain experience, and connect with a wider soccer community.
The first-ever tournament concluded with Maccabi Haifa FC of Israel emerging as the champion. The specific dates of the tournament and the number of participating teams or countries were not provided in the summary. Further details regarding the league’s structure, future tournaments, and participating nations are anticipated.
Story summarized from the original created by Stephen Mcgrath And Andreea Alexandru, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
