The Úrvalsdeild is the top professional football league in Iceland. Established in 1912, it features the best teams in the country competing for the championship title. The league operates on a promotion and relegation system with the lower division, known as the 1. deild karla. Each season, teams play a series of matches, and the team with the most points at the end is crowned the champion. The league has produced notable players and clubs, contributing to the growth of football in Iceland and enhancing its presence in international competitions.