The Slovak Nike liga, currently known as the Fortuna Liga for sponsorship reasons, is the top professional football division in Slovakia. It is the highest level of competition in the country, operating under the Slovak Football Association. The league was founded in 1993 following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. The current format involves 12 teams playing a triple round-robin system, resulting in 33 matches per team. After these rounds, the league splits into a championship group (top six) and a relegation group (bottom six), where teams play each other once more to finalize the standings. The champion qualifies for the UEFA Champions League, with other European spots available. The league is known for its competitive balance and has been a consistent producer of talent for export to bigger European leagues. Key awards include the Player of the Year and the Top Goalscorer, with past winners including notable Slovak internationals.