Premier League

The Premier League is the top tier of English professional football (soccer) leagues. Established in 1992, it is contested by 20 clubs and operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the English Football League (EFL). Teams play 38 matches each season, facing each other twice, once at home and once away. The Premier League is known for its high competitiveness, attracting significant global viewership and some of the best players and managers in the sport. The club with the most points at the end of the season is crowned the champion, while the lowest-ranked teams are relegated to the lower division. The league is highly influential in football, both in England and internationally.