Austrian Football League
| Sport | American football |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1982 |
| First season | 1982 |
| No. of teams | 6 in top league AFL |
| Country | Austria Czech Republic |
| Most recent champion(s) | Prague Black Panthers |
| Most titles | Vienna Vikings (15) |
| Qualification | Pyramid Tier |
| Broadcaster(s) | ORF Sport |
| Official website | football |
The Austrian Football League (AFL) is a professional American football league in Austria. The league comprises six teams, and operates on a system of promotion and relegation. It plays by rules based on those of the U.S. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Founded in 1982, the AFL is the highest tier level of American football in the country; below is a tier pyramid system consisting of teams playing in divisions I through IV. Winners of each division move up to the next level of play. The AFL is considered among the best and strongest leagues in Europe.