The Malian Premier Division is the top professional football league in Mali. Established in 1960, it features clubs from across the country competing for the championship title. The league operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the Malian Second Division. Each season, teams play a series of matches, and the club with the most points at the end is crowned the champion. The league is known for developing local talent and has produced several players who have gone on to represent Mali in international competitions.