Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Northern Amateur Football League
The Northern Amateur Football League (NAFL) is an association football league in Northern Ireland. It contains 13 divisions, from the Premier Division to Division 3F.
The NAFL was founded in 1923 and is the largest football league in Northern Ireland. The current champions are Rathfriland Rangers.
History
The NAFL was founded in 1923 by a group of clubs who wanted to provide a competitive football league for amateur players. The league initially consisted of 10 clubs, but it has since expanded to include over 100 clubs.
The NAFL has been home to some of the best amateur footballers in Northern Ireland, including George Best, who played for Cregagh Rangers in the 1960s.
Current Structure
The NAFL is divided into 13 divisions, from the Premier Division to Division 3F. The Premier Division is the top division and is followed by the First Division, Second Division, and Third Division.
The bottom four divisions are known as the Junior Grade. The Junior Grade is further divided into three sections: 2A, 2B, and 2C.
Domestic Cups
The NAFL also hosts two domestic cups: the Irish Cup and the IFA Intermediate Cup. The Irish Cup is the oldest football competition in Northern Ireland and is open to all clubs in the country. The IFA Intermediate Cup is open to clubs in the NAFL and the Intermediate League.
