New zealand regional league
New Zealand has a well-established regional league system, with several leagues operating across the country. Here's an overview of the main regional leagues in New Zealand:
- Northern League:
- Competes at the second tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 12 teams from the North Island
- Champions: Auckland City FC, Bay Olympic, and Western Springs FC have been the most successful teams in the league
- Central League:
- Competes at the second tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 10 teams from the central North Island
- Champions: Lower Hutt City FC, Miramar Rangers, and Wellington Olympic FC have been the most successful teams in the league
- Southern League:
- Competes at the second tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 10 teams from the South Island
- Champions: Cashmere Technical, Christchurch United, and Selwyn United have been the most successful teams in the league
- Mainland Premier League:
- Competes at the third tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 12 teams from the South Island
- Champions: Cashmere Technical, Christchurch United, and Selwyn United have been the most successful teams in the league
- Capital Premier League:
- Competes at the third tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 12 teams from the Wellington region
- Champions: Wellington Olympic FC, Miramar Rangers, and Lower Hutt City FC have been the most successful teams in the league
- Northern Premier League:
- Competes at the third tier of New Zealand football
- Consists of 12 teams from the North Island
- Champions: Auckland City FC, Bay Olympic, and Western Springs FC have been the most successful teams in the league
These regional leagues provide a pathway for teams to progress to the top-tier New Zealand Football Championship (formerly known as the ASB Premiership) and the national cup competitions.