The Highland Football League is a semi-professional football league in Scotland, established in 1893. It is one of the top tiers of the non-league football system and features clubs primarily from the northern regions of Scotland. The league operates on a promotion and relegation system with the Lowland Football League. The league consists of various teams that compete for the championship title each season. Clubs in the Highland Football League have the opportunity to qualify for the Scottish Cup, allowing them to compete against teams from higher divisions. The league plays a crucial role in the development of football in the Highlands.