Maltese Challenge League
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The Maltese Challenge League (referred to as the BOV Challenge League for sponsorship reasons[1]) is the second-highest division in Maltese football, behind the Maltese Premier League. The First Division was the precursor of the present Premier League until the latter was revamped for the 1980–81 season with the Maltese Challenge League instituted for the 2020–21 season following the premature end of the previous season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[2]
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Quick Facts Founded, Country ...
Founded | 1910; 114 years ago (1910) |
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Country | Malta |
Number of teams | 16 |
Level on pyramid | 2 |
Promotion to | Maltese Premier League |
Relegation to | National Amateur League |
Domestic cup(s) | Maltese FA Trophy |
Current champions | Sliema Wanderers (2nd title) (2022–23) |
Current: 2023–24 Maltese Challenge League |
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