The Myanmar Professional League stands as the premier tier of football in Myanmar. Founded in 2009, it marked a significant professionalization of the sport in the country, replacing the former Myanmar Premier League. Headquartered in Yangon, the league typically features a roster of clubs from major cities across the nation. The competition usually follows a double round-robin format culminating in a playoff series to decide the champion, who earns the right to represent Myanmar in continental AFC club competitions. The MPL has been instrumental in raising the domestic standard of play and providing a platform for local talent. Key awards include the league championship trophy, while individual accolades such as Player of the Season and Top Scorer are highly coveted, with stars from the league occasionally progressing to Southeast Asian regional leagues or the Myanmar national team.