Pakistani football league system explained

The Pakistan football league system consists of interconnected leagues for football clubs in Pakistan. The two-tier system has a hierarchical format with promotion and relegation between leagues. The top-tier Pakistan Football League Pfl features 12 teams, while the second-tier PFFL B Division comprises 18 teams.

The system (men's)

LevelLeague(s)/Division(s)
Professional leagues
Tier 1Pakistan Premier League (PPL)
12 teams
Relegation: PFFL B Division
Teams also participate in annual knockout football competition - PFF National Challenge Cup
Tier 2PFFL B Division
18 teams
Promotion: Pakistan Premier League
Teams also participate in annual knockout football competition - PFF National Challenge Cup
Semi-professional leagues
-Regional and city leagues

See also