AF1 Vice Game of the Week Delivers Record Ratings; Game 1 Viewership Surges 53%.

by Ben Nelson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Nashville, TN – The AF1 is proud to announce that the inaugural Vice Game of the Week on April 11th 2026, has set a new standard for arena football viewership. The season’s opening broadcast, featuring a high-octane showdown between the Albany Firebirds and the Minnesota Monsters, saw a massive 53% year-over-year increase compared to the 2025 season’s average viewership.

This record-breaking surge underscores the growing national appetite for the AF1’s fast-paced brand of football and the success of the league’s strategic broadcast partnership with Vice.

"The energy in Albany for our opener was electric, and it’s clear that translated to our fans watching at home. Seeing a record-breaking 53% surge in viewership tells us that this is just the beginning of what will be an eye-opening 2026 season for everyone involved in the AF1." — AF1 Commissioner, Jeff Fisher

THE MARCH TO THE CROWN: The road to glory is officially underway. Every yard gained and every point scored brings teams one step closer to the ultimate prize. Fans should mark their calendars for the Arena Crown Championship, taking place on August 7th - 9th weekend (Date/Location to be confirmed), where the league’s top contenders will battle for AF1 supremacy.

VICE GAME PREVIEW: WASHINGTON WOLFPACK VS. NASHVILLE KATS: The momentum continues this week as the AF1 heads into Week 3 . The Washington Wolfpack (0-1) are set to battle the Nashville Kats (1-0) in this week’s VICE Game of the Week, a clash that promises to deliver more of the "ironman" football fans love.

● Matchup: Washington Wolfpack vs. Nashville Kats (Home)

● Date: Saturday, April 25th 2026

● Time: 5:00 PM EDT

● Where to Watch: Tune in to Vice TV for full broadcast details and live updates. About AF1& How to Watch

AF1 is the premier arena football league dedicated to delivering fast-paced, high-scoring professional football. With a focus on fan proximity and community engagement, AF1 brings the game closer to the people.

Tune in every weekend to www.theaf1.com to watch every game and follow us on social media:

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Media Contact:

Jared DeGroff - VP of Marketing and Communications Contact Email: jdegroff@theaf1.com

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