About Maltese Premier League

Since 1980, the top tier of Maltese football has been known as the Maltese Premier League, continuing the same championship lineage as the First Division. The competition is played in a round-robin format, where the team finishing first at the end of the season is crowned national champion. It remains the highest level of football in Malta and includes promotion and relegation with lower divisions.

In the Premier League era, dominance has been shared among several leading clubs, including Sliema Wanderers, Floriana, Valletta, Hibernians, and Ħamrun Spartans. While Sliema Wanderers and Floriana remain the most successful clubs overall with 26 titles each, Valletta has also been a major force, especially in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. More recently, clubs like Birkirkara and Marsaxlokk have also managed to win titles, reflecting a broader competitive balance.

Today, the Maltese Premier League continues to evolve, featuring a modern structure and participation in European competitions. Despite being a smaller league by UEFA standards, it remains central to Maltese football culture, with current champions such as Ħamrun Spartans highlighting the ongoing competitiveness and development of the league.