Peruπ First DivisionποΈ Est. 2019π₯ 20 Teams
Liga 1 is the top professional football division in Peru, rebranded as Liga 1 in 2019 after merging the Primera DivisiΓ³n with other top-tier competitions. The league features clubs with long-standing rivalries and a rich history, and it serves as the main route to continental competition in South America.
β‘ Attacking, fast-paced play with strong wing play and quick transitions.
π Notable Facts
Rebranded as Liga 1 in 2019; the top-tier Peruvian league for professional football clubs.
Produces clubs that regularly compete in the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana.
Famous rivalries exist between Universitario de Deportes and Alianza Lima, with fans known for fervent support.