The Danish Superliga is the top tier of professional football in Denmark, representing the pinnacle of the domestic game. Founded in its current format in 1991, the league is operated by the Danish Football Association and is headquartered in Brøndby. The competition features 12 teams who play a conventional double round-robin, followed by a championship and relegation playoff split. After 22 matches, the league splits into a top six and a bottom six, with each team playing the others in their group once more. The team finishing first is crowned Danish champion and enters the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, with other European spots allocated to the runners-up and the cup winner. The bottom two teams are relegated directly to the 1. Division. The Superliga is known for its competitive balance, intense rivalries like the Copenhagen derby, and its role as an exporter of talent to Europe's top leagues. The annual Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year awards highlight the league's standout performers.