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The organization of football in Portugal is based on a hierarchical league system, allowing clubs to ascend or descend in level based on their performance. This structure is divided into several tiers, ranging from professionalism to semi-professionalism, down to amateur football.
At the top of the hierarchy is the Primeira Liga, which is the highest level of Portuguese football. It comprises 18 professional clubs vying for the title of Portuguese champion. The bottom two teams in the standings at the end of the season are relegated to the Liga Portugal 2, which also includes 18 clubs. The top two teams from this division are promoted to the Primeira Liga, while the bottom two descend to the Campeonato de Portugal.
The Campeonato de Portugal, the third tier, hosts 72 teams, predominantly semi-professional. The best teams are promoted to Liga Portugal 2, and the lowest-ranked teams are relegated to the Distritais. This level is subdivided into several regional groups, operating on the same principle of promotion and relegation with the Campeonato de Portugal and the Divisões Regionais.
The Divisões Regionais, the fifth level of Portuguese football, are organized into several regional groups. They include amateur clubs as well as reserve teams from professional outfits. Beyond the Divisões Regionais, the system continues with local divisions, highlighting the depth and richness of Portuguese football at all levels of competition.
The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) is the official entity overseeing football in Portugal. Established in 1914, it is tasked with organizing and promoting football at all levels, from amateur football to professional competitions. The FPF also manages the national teams, including Portugal's men's team, the women's team, and youth teams. It is also responsible for enforcing the rules of the game, promoting sportsmanship, and overseeing ethics in the sport.
Under the authority of the FPF is Liga Portugal, which manages the men's professional leagues, the Primeira Liga and LigaPro. The FPF also organizes the Taça de Portugal, a competition open to all Portuguese clubs, from amateur to professional. Beyond competitions, the FPF is committed to developing women's football, sports infrastructure, and training programs for players and coaches.
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