The Cypriot First Division is the top professional football league in Cyprus. Established in 1934, it features clubs from across the island competing for the championship title. The league operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the Cypriot Second Division. Each season, teams play a series of matches, with the top teams qualifying for European competitions like the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League. The league has produced notable clubs such as APOEL Nicosia and Anorthosis Famagusta, contributing to the rich football culture in Cyprus.