About Montenegrin First League

The Montenegrin First League is the highest professional football division in Montenegro and was established in 2006 following the country’s independence. It is organized by the Football Association of Montenegro and represents the top tier of the national football league system. The competition replaced the previous joint league system that included Serbian clubs, marking a new era for domestic football in Montenegro.

The league typically consists of 10 teams that compete in a multi-round format, where each club plays against every other team several times throughout the season. Over the years, the structure has been adjusted, but the modern format generally involves a quadruple round-robin system, resulting in a long and competitive campaign. Teams aim not only for the national title but also for qualification spots in UEFA competitions.

Historically, the most successful clubs in the competition are Budućnost Podgorica and Sutjeska Nikšić, which have dominated most of the league titles since its formation. Other clubs such as Rudar Pljevlja, Zeta, and Mogren have also won championships in different seasons, but the title race is often primarily contested between the traditional powerhouses. The league also features promotion and relegation with the Montenegrin Second League, ensuring movement between divisions based on performance.