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Wikipedia - Dhivehi Premier League
The Dhivehi Premier League, known as the Dhiraagu Dhivehi Premier League for sponsorship reasons, is a Maldivian men's professional football league. At the top of the Maldives football league system, it is the country's primary football competition. Contested by 10 clubs, it operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the Second Division Football Tournament.
The Dhivehi Premier League succeeded the Dhivehi League. Currently all ten teams are based at the National Football Stadium.
History
| Season | Champions | Runners-up | Topscorers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | New Radiant | Trust and Care SC | Assadhulla Abdulla (9 goals) |
| 2016 | Maziya | Trust and Care SC | Ali Fasir (29 goals) |
| 2017 | New Radiant | Trust and Care SC | Ali Ashfaq (13 goals) |
| 2018 | Trust and Care SC | Maziya | Ahmed Rizuvan (31 goals) |
| 2019–20 | Maziya | Eagles | Ahmed Rizuvan (28 goals) |
| 2020–21 | Maziya | Valencia | Cornelius Stewart (10 goals) |
| 2022 | Maziya | Eagles | Tana (18 goals) |
| 2023 | Maziya | Eagles | Ahmed Rizuvan (23 goals) |
Titles by club
| Clubs | Champions | Winning season | Runners-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maziya | 5 | 2016, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2022, 2023 | 1 |
| New Radiant | 2 | 2015, 2017 | 0 |
| Trust and Care SC | 1 | 2018 | 3 |
| Eagles | 0 | 3 | |
| Valencia | 0 | 1 |
Source: rsssf.org
The Maldives Premier League is the premier professional football competition in the Maldives, showcasing the nation's top football talent and clubs. Established to elevate the standard of domestic football, the league features the best teams from across the country competing annually for the coveted title. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and passionate fan base, the Maldives Premier League offers thrilling matches set against the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean. It serves as a vital platform for local players to demonstrate their skills and aspire to international recognition, while also fostering community pride and sporting excellence throughout the Maldives.