Founded | 1966 |
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Country | Niger |
Confederation | CAF |
Number of teams | 14 |
Level on pyramid | 1 |
Relegation to | Ligue Nationale |
Domestic cup(s) | Niger Cup |
International cup(s) | Champions League Confederation Cup |
Current champions | AS GNN (2023–24) |
Most championships | Sahel SC (13) |
Current: 2024–25 Ligue 1 |
The Super Ligue, formerly known as Ligue 1, is the top division of football in Niger. There are 14 teams competing in the league, which operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the Ligue Nationale.
The league began in 1966, with Secteur 6 winning the first five championships. It was known as the Ligue 1 between 2010[1] and 2018,[2] when it changed its name to Super Ligue.[3]