Teams
Victoria Rosport
Jeunesse Esch
Progres Niedercorn
CS Fola Esch
US Mondorf-Les-Bains
FC 03 Differdange
F91 Dudelange
Union Luxembourg
UNA Strassen
UT Petange
US Hostert
FC Etzella Ettelbruck
Wiltz 71
FC Luxemburg City
Hesperange
UN Kaerjeng
Rumelange
FC Rodange
FC Mondercange
Grevenmacher
Jeunesse Canach
FC Schifflange 95
FC Marisca Mersch
US Esch
Muhlenbach/Lusitanos
FC Mamer 32
Jeunesse Junglinster
Wikipedia - Luxembourg National Division
The National Division (Luxembourgish: Nationaldivisioun, French: Division Nationale, German: Nationaldivision) is the highest football league in Luxembourg. Until 2011, it was known as the BGL Ligue, after the Luxembourg Football Federation managed to seal a sponsorship deal with Fortis. Before 2006, it contained twelve teams, but it expanded to fourteen for the 2006–07 season. Following the abandonment of the previous season, the 2020–21 season saw the further expansion of the league to 16 teams. The current champions are Swift Hesperange.
The competition was first held in 1909–10, and has been held every year since, with the exceptions of 1912–13 and four seasons during the Second World War. The competition was called the Luxembourgish Championship (Luxembourgish: Lëtzebuerger Championnat, French: Championnat Luxembourgeois) until 1913–14. From the 1914–15 season until 1931–32 it was called the Premier Division (Luxembourgish: Éischt Divisioun, French: Première Division). It was then called the Division of Honour (Luxembourgish: Éirendivisioun, French: Division d'Honneur) from 1932–33 to 1956–57. Since the 1957–58 season, the competition has been known as the National Division. Presently, the representatives of the National Division occupy three bottom places in the UEFA all-time Champions League table.
The tournament features a round-robin format, where the 14 teams in the Division Nationale compete against each other twice throughout the season, once at home and once away. The teams accumulate points based on their performance, with three points awarded for a win, one point for a draw, and no points for a loss. At the end of the season, the team with the most points is crowned the champion of Luxembourg.
The tournament attracts a passionate fan base, with supporters filling the stadiums to cheer on their favorite teams. The matches are known for their intense competition, skillful play, and thrilling moments. The tournament provides a platform for local players to showcase their abilities and potentially catch the attention of scouts from international clubs.
Luxembourg Division Nationale also serves as a pathway for teams to qualify for European competitions. The champion and the runner-up of the tournament earn the opportunity to represent Luxembourg in the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League respectively. This adds an extra level of excitement and motivation for the teams competing in the tournament.
The tournament is not only about the competition on the field but also about the camaraderie and sportsmanship among the teams. It fosters a sense of unity and pride within the Luxembourgish football community, bringing people together to celebrate the beautiful game.
Overall, the Luxembourg Division Nationale is a highly anticipated and prestigious soccer tournament in Luxembourg, showcasing the country's football talent and providing thrilling matches for fans to enjoy.