Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Introduction
The Premier League is an amateur football league in the Netherlands. It is the highest level of amateur football in the country, and is organized by the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB).
The league was founded in 1956, and currently consists of 100 teams divided into 10 divisions. The top two teams in each division are promoted to the higher division, while the bottom two teams are relegated to the lower division.
The Premier League is a popular competition, and attracts a large number of spectators. The final of the Premier League Cup is the most watched football match in the Netherlands.
History
The Premier League was founded in 1956, as a way to provide a more competitive environment for the top amateur clubs in the Netherlands. The league was originally called the Hoofdklasse, but was renamed the Premier League in 1996.
The Premier League has grown steadily in popularity since its inception. In the early years, the league was dominated by a small number of clubs, but in recent years, the competition has become more evenly balanced.
The Premier League has also become more professionalized in recent years. Clubs are now required to have a full-time manager, and players are paid a salary.
Current season
The current season of the Premier League is the 2023-2024 season. The season started on August 6, 2023, and is scheduled to end on May 28, 2024.
The defending champions are ADO Den Haag. The current leaders of the league are Ajax.
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