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Wikipedia - Macedonian First Football League
The Macedonian First Football League (Macedonian: Прва македонска фудбалска лига, Albanian: Liga e Parë e Futbollit të Maqedonisë), also called Macedonian First League, 1. MFL, and Prva Liga, is the highest professional football competition in Macedonia. It is a professional league competition for football clubs located at the top of the Macedonian football league system and has been operating since the 1992–93 season. It is organized by the Football Federation of North Macedonia.
History
In 1923, the first national Yugoslav Football Championship was held, and regional championships were also played. The clubs of the Vardar Banovina, territorially similar to present day Macedonia, played within the Belgrade Football Subassociation league until 1927, when a separate Skoplje Football Subassociation league was formed. The champions of the subassociation leagues were granted a place in the qualifiers to the Yugoslav Championship. Gragjanski Skopje became the only Macedonian club to participate in the national league, first in 1935–36 when the championship was played in a cup format, and then in 1938–39, when it was played in a normal league system with Gragjanski finishing 10th out of 12 teams. In 1939, the Yugoslav league system was changed, with the creation of separate Serbian and Croato-Slovenian leagues which served as qualifying leagues for the final phase of the Yugoslav Championship. The clubs from the Skopje Subassociation aimed to qualify to the Serbian League, however only Gragjanski managed to participate, in 1939–40 (5th place) and 1940–41 (8th place).
The tournament features a total of 10 teams, each competing for the coveted title of champions. These teams consist of the best soccer clubs in North Macedonia, known for their skill, passion, and dedication to the sport.
The tournament follows a round-robin format, where each team plays against every other team twice, once at home and once away. This ensures a fair and balanced competition, allowing teams to showcase their abilities on their home turf as well as in challenging away matches.
Throughout the season, teams battle it out on the field, displaying their tactical prowess, technical skills, and teamwork. The matches are filled with intense rivalries, thrilling goals, and nail-biting moments, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.
The tournament also serves as a platform for young and emerging talents to shine. Many players have used the North Macedonia First League as a stepping stone to launch successful careers both domestically and internationally.
The tournament culminates in a grand finale, where the top two teams compete for the championship title. This highly anticipated match is a spectacle of skill, determination, and sportsmanship, attracting a large audience both in the stadium and through television broadcasts.
The North Macedonia First League not only showcases the best soccer talent in the country but also fosters a sense of unity and pride among the fans. It brings communities together, ignites passionate support, and creates lasting memories for both players and spectators.