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Madrid hosts international clash between Spain and Scotland

Authored by: Wesley Hull
on Monday, May 12 2014 @ 08:53 pm ACST

Hi Cam...having researched this article and also the Algarve 9's last year and the lead-up to the Euro Cup, there is some movement across the Iberian Peninsula area. The deal between Scotland and Spain, whilst mutually beneficial, was a way of getting Spain back into some form of organised playing schedule to give a program to follow. They performed pretty well at the Euro and are keen to go further but the travel costs between Barcelona and Madrid make it too expensive to travel.

David at the Lisbon Dockers tells me that the Algarve tournement has been a shot in the arm for the game, generating interest and a new club. They also plan to try and play against Madrid at some stage, though dates not locked in. There is certainly movemeny, however, and the passion of those few driving the game remains...that's a good sign.

Madrid hosts international clash between Spain and Scotland

Authored by: Cam Homes
on Tuesday, May 13 2014 @ 07:40 am ACST

Thanks Wes.
A few years ago the Madrid Bears were playing the Mostoles Kangaroos (9-a-side) in the AFL Spain 'league'.

Any word on whether that competition is still going?

Catalonia (Barcelona) fielded a side in Euro Cup last year but seems 'domestic' league (numbered 4 teams a few years ago) is not active at present time.

In your research were you able to ascertain the state of play at/in AFL Catalunya. Their website is no longer accessible.

Madrid hosts international clash between Spain and Scotland

Authored by: Wesley Hull
on Tuesday, May 13 2014 @ 08:05 am ACST

Even at the time of the Euro Cup it was difficult to make contact with anyone from the Catalonian crew. We didn't even manage a genuine preview article. All i got was that the guys were jumping in a couple of cars to drive to Bordeaux and have a good time (which is a great spirit, but doesn't suggest strong future development). In fact much of my information came from Douglas pate in Andorra and the crew in Madrid. I will keep investigating. They are well placed to link with the influx of clubs in the southern half of France, with Pau, Perpignon relatively close so the prospect of occasional friendly matches exists.

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