The XLII Italian Bowl, the championship game of the Italian Football League (IFL), was played on July 1, 2023, at the Glass Bowl Stadium in Toledo, Ohio. It was the first time that the Italian Bowl was held outside of Europe, in a historic event that brought together fans of American football from both sides of the Atlantic.






The game featured the Florence Guelfi, the defending champions who had won their first Scudetto (Championship) in 2022, and the 2021 champions, Parma Panthers, the most successful team in the IFL history. Both teams had finished the regular season with a 7-1 record and had dominated their opponents in the playoffs.












The final score was 29-13 for the Parma Panthers. Alexis Ramos was named the MVP of the game. The game was a huge success, attracting thousands of spectators and millions of viewers online.









It was also a celebration of culture and friendship, as fans from Italy and Ohio enjoyed each other’s company and shared their love for football. The Italian Bowl was more than just a game, it was an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

