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Bring on the Thunder!

1991- Fans at the home of the Citrus Bowl welcomed the World League of American Football's Orlando...

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"Bring on the Thunder!"

Last updated 📅 2025-03-25

1991- Fans at the home of the Citrus Bowl welcomed the World League of American Football's Orlando Thunder's inaugural game against the San Antonio Riders. The Thunder outlasted the Riders 35-34 in a thriller.

Thunder QB Number 12 Kerwin Bell enters the stadium to applause. Image courtesy Newspapers.com via the Orlando Sentinal March 26, 1991.

The World League of American Football (WLAF) was a professional American football league founded by the NFL in 1991. It featured teams in North America and Europe, aiming to expand the sport's global reach. 1 While showcasing some promising talent and generating initial interest, the WLAF struggled with financial sustainability and inconsistent attendance. It underwent restructuring and rebranding before eventually ceasing operations in 2007, providing a platform for players and coaches and briefly introducing American football to new markets.

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