The Hungarian NB I, officially known as the Nemzeti Bajnokság I and often referred to as the OTP Bank Liga for sponsorship, is the top tier of professional football in Hungary. Founded in 1901, it is one of the oldest leagues in Europe and is based in Budapest. The league typically features 12 clubs who play a triple round-robin format, resulting in 33 matches per season. The team finishing first is crowned Hungarian champion and enters the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. The league is known for its intense rivalries, most notably the Eternal Derby between Ferencváros and Újpest. With a rich history of producing talented players, the league remains the central focus of Hungarian football, awarding honors such as the Player of the Year and Top Scorer.