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The organization of football in Belgium is based on a hierarchical league system, which allows clubs to ascend or be relegated based on their performance. This structure is divided into several levels, ranging from professional to amateur football.
At the top of the hierarchy is the Belgian First Division A, which is the highest level of Belgian football. It comprises 18 professional clubs that compete for the title of Belgian champion. The bottom two teams in the standings at the end of the season are relegated to the Belgian First Division B, which also includes 8 clubs. The top two teams from this division are promoted to the First Division A, while the last-place team descends to the Belgian National Division 1.
The Belgian National Division 1, the third tier, hosts 16 teams. The top two teams are promoted to the First Division B, and the bottom three are relegated to the Belgian Second Amateur Division. This level is subdivided into three groups of 16 clubs each, operating on the same principle of promotion and relegation with the National Division 1 and the Belgian Third Amateur Division.
The Belgian Third Amateur Division, the fifth level of Belgian football, is organized into two groups. It includes amateur clubs as well as reserve teams from professional outfits. Beyond the Third Amateur Division, the system continues with provincial divisions, highlighting the depth and richness of Belgian football at all levels of competition.
The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) is the official body overseeing football in Belgium. Established in 1895, it is responsible for organizing and developing football at all levels, from amateur football to professional competitions. The RBFA also manages the national teams, including the men's, women's, and youth teams. Its role encompasses managing the rules of the game, promoting sportsmanship, and overseeing ethics in the sport.
Under the auspices of the RBFA is the Pro League, which manages the men's professional leagues, the Jupiler Pro League and the Proximus League, as well as the Belgian Cup. The RBFA also organizes the Belgian Super Cup, a competition open to all Belgian clubs, from amateur to professional. Beyond competitions, the RBFA places a strong emphasis on developing women's football, sports infrastructures, and training programs for players and coaches.