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Founded | 1979 |
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Country | Angola |
Confederation | CAF |
Number of teams | 16 |
Level on pyramid | 1 |
Relegation to | Segundona |
Domestic cup(s) | Taça de Angola SuperTaça de Angola |
International cup(s) | Champions League Confederation Cup |
Current champions | Petro Atlético (2022–23) |
Most championships | Petro Atlético (17 titles) |
Top goalscorer | ![]() (135 goals) |
Website | girabola.com |
Current: 2023–24 Girabola |
Girabola,[1] or Campeonato Nacional de Futebol de Séniores Masculinos, is the top division of Angolan football. It is organized by the Angolan Football Federation.[2]
The term "Girabola" (literally "spin ball") is a creation of the nationalist, radio broadcaster and sports reporter Rui Carvalho, in 1972, at a time when the Angolan championship was still officially called "Campeonato do Estado Ultramarino de Angola". The name "Girabola" differentiated the competition from the other overseas provinces and was a subtle form of anti-colonial protest.[3]
The league winner and runner-up qualify for the CAF Champions League.
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