GCL 2025: Twists and Mid-Season Changes

The mid-season transfer window of the GCL 2025 has officially closed, leaving behind a trail of sensational twists, strategic swaps, and renewed ambitions.

In a “football transfer market” atmosphere, teams have overhauled their rosters in hopes of turning the tide in an increasingly thrilling season. The countdown to the championship’s decisive phase has begun, and every point now counts double.

Major Moves: Among the most talked-about names are new arrivals Peder Fredricson and Bertram Allen, while rising U25 talents like Thibault Philippaerts are ready to take center stage in this second half of the season.

While some teams have opted for continuity, relying on the strength of a well-established group, others have taken big risks with choices that could prove decisive in the race for the title.

Teams That Made No Changes:

• Valkenswaard United
• Basel Cosmopolitans
• Istanbul Warriors powered by Carpe Diem Equestrian Team
• Madrid In Motion
• Shanghai Swans
• Riesenbeck International powered by HorseGym
• Monaco Comets powered by Iron Dames

A show of trust in the current team? Or a conservative strategy? Only time will tell.

Teams That Embraced Change:

Rome Gladiators powered by Cavalleria Toscana
A generational shift among the Gladiators: Peder Fredricson replaces Rikke Beinda Barker, while Maria Gabriela Brugal Gasso steps in for legend John Whitaker.

New York Empire powered by Lugano
A full-blown revolution: Bertram Allen joins (replacing Spencer Smith) along with Trevor Breen (for Olivier Perreau), in an effort to rewrite the narrative of a rollercoaster season.

Cannes Stars powered by Iron Dames
Italian rider Giulia Martinengo Marquet joins the Stars, replacing Sanne Thijssen. An experienced and charismatic addition aimed at turning the tide.

St Tropez Pirates
A bet on young talent: Thibault Philippaerts replaces Mariano Bastida in a move to reinvigorate the Pirates’ ambitions.

Mexico Amigos powered by H5 Stables
A decisive change: Petronella Andersson comes in for Kendra Claricia Brinkop, bringing fresh energy to the team.

Prague Lions powered by Czech Equestrian Team
Turkish rider Derin Demirsoy replaces Kyle Timm, bringing new perspectives and determination to the squad.

Doha Falcons
A homecoming for the Qatari team: Sheikh Ali Khalid Al Thani replaces Julien Anquetin, adding experience and national pride.

Stockholm Hearts powered by H&M We Love Horses
A strategic shift: Caroline Rehoff Pedersen replaces Qinyu Pang, as the Hearts remain close to the leaders.

Scandinavian Vikings
An internal promotion: Amanda Landeblad steps in for Johan Sebastian Gulliksen.

Paris Panthers
A bold double move: Celine Schoonbroodt de Azevedo replaces Felipe de Azevedo Filho, and Eugenio Grimaldi comes in for Luis Felipe de Azevedo Neto. A clear sign of a push for the top.

As the second act of the season approaches, the question remains: will consistency be rewarded, or will courage triumph? These transfers promise to shake up the rankings and inject new life into the title race.

One thing is certain: GCL 2025 has never been so unpredictable. Stay tuned — the battle for the podium has only just begun.

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