The Croatian Super League, officially known as the Croatian First Football League, is the top professional association football competition in Croatia. Established in 1992 following the country\“s independence, the league features 10 clubs competing in a double round-robin format. Teams play each other four times during the season - twice at home and twice away - totaling 36 matches per club.
Dinamo Zagreb has been the most dominant club in the league\“s history, winning numerous championships and establishing itself as a regular participant in European competitions. Other notable clubs include Hajduk Split, Rijeka, and Osijek, who have also made significant contributions to Croatian football.
The league operates on a promotion and relegation system with the Croatian Second Football League, ensuring competitive balance and opportunities for clubs to progress through the football pyramid. The season typically runs from July to May, with a winter break from December to February.
Croatian Super League has served as an important development ground for talented players who later achieve success in major European leagues. The league\“s quality has improved significantly over the years, with Croatian clubs making impressive performances in UEFA Champions League and Europa League competitions. |
