Leagues

Although many football leagues around the world are long-standing and steeped in history, there are increasing numbers of new models and formats being explored by associations and their partners to help develop the game in their respective nations. In the “Leagues” section of this issue, we look at two such examples of new divisions and the impact they are making. First, we chart the impressive growth of the Canadian Premier League (CPL), as it continues to boost the profile of the sport across the nation, providing an increasingly well-supported alternative to Canada’s first sporting love, hockey. Secondly, we look at the fledgling Nepal Super League (NSL), which is already making significant strides in developing a commercial model, attracting support and building a clear pathway for young players to develop.