The English Premier League is a professional football league in England, known for its high level of competition and global popularity. The annual private club-based tournament, where players from all parts of the world compete, is played between 20 teams. These teams compete against each other to secure higher positions and avoid relegation to lower divisions. Premier League matches are held in various stadiums across England in home and away format. Founded on February 20, 1992, Premier League was a result of the rebranding of the First Division. It replaced the old Football League First Division as the top-tier competition in English football. It has become one of the most-watched and lucrative football leagues globally.