First League
The Czech First League, also known as Fortuna Liga for sponsorship reasons, is the top professional football division in the Czech Republic. It features 16 teams each season competing for the national title and European qualification, with high-profile fixtures such as the Prague derby between Sparta Prague and Slavia Prague. The league was established in 1993 after the split of Czechoslovakia.
⚡ Defensively organized with pragmatic, counter-attacking football and strong home atmospheres.
📌 Notable Facts
- Established in 1993 after the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
- Sparta Prague and Slavia Prague dominate the league's history and share one of Europe's oldest derbies.
- Sponsorship names have changed over the years, with Fortuna Liga currently the branding.