Saudi Pro League

The Saudi Pro League (SPL) is the top professional football (soccer) league in Saudi Arabia. Established in 1976, it features the best clubs in the country, competing annually for the championship title. The league operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the lower divisions, and it plays a significant role in the development and popularity of football in Saudi Arabia. The SPL attracts considerable attention due to its investment in players and infrastructure, as well as its growing international profile. The league typically consists of 16 teams, each playing a predetermined number of matches over the season, culminating in the crowning of the league champion based on points accrued.