The Azerbaijan Premier League is the top division of professional football in Azerbaijan, a rapidly developing competition in the South Caucasus region. Sponsored by Unibank and known as the Unibank Premyer Liqası, it was founded in 1992 after the country gained independence. Based in Baku, the league typically features 8 teams who play each other four times in a season. The champion qualifies for the UEFA Champions League, reflecting the league's growing ambitions. Clubs like Qarabağ FK have become dominant forces domestically and have achieved notable results in Europe, raising the league's profile significantly. With substantial investment in infrastructure and players, the league attracts talent from across the globe and is focused on continuous improvement, aiming to become one of the strongest competitions in Eastern Europe.