The South African Premier Division, also known as the DStv Premiership for sponsorship reasons, is the top professional football league in South Africa. Established in 1996, it features 16 teams competing for the championship title each season. The league operates on a promotion and relegation system with the lower division, the GladAfrica Championship. Matches are typically held on weekends, and the season runs from August to May. The team with the most points at the end of the season is crowned the champion. The league is known for its passionate fan base and has produced many talented players who have gone on to represent South Africa internationally.