DateRHome v Away-
03/24 23:15 10 [3] Plaza Amador v UMECIT [1] 3-1
03/24 21:00 10 [1] Potros Del Este v Veraguas United [6] 2-1
03/24 01:30 10 [6] Sporting San Miguelito v CD Universitario [5] 1-1
03/23 23:15 10 [3] Herrera FC v CD Arabe Unido [5] 3-0
03/23 21:00 10 [3] Tauro FC v CA Independiente de la Chorrera [4] 1-0
03/23 01:00 10 [2] San Francisco FC v Alianza FC Panama [4] 1-0
03/17 23:15 9 [6] Veraguas United v Sporting San Miguelito [6] 1-1
03/17 21:00 9 [3] Tauro FC v Herrera FC [5] 1-2
03/17 01:30 9 [5] CD Arabe Unido v CD Universitario [5] 0-2
03/16 23:15 9 [3] CA Independiente de la Chorrera v Potros Del Este [2] 0-1
03/16 21:00 9 [4] Alianza FC Panama v UMECIT [1] 0-1
03/16 01:00 9 [3] San Francisco FC v Plaza Amador [1] 2-0
03/13 01:30 6 [2] CA Independiente de la Chorrera v Plaza Amador [4] 0-1
03/10 23:30 8 [4] Plaza Amador v Veraguas United [6] 2-1
03/10 21:00 8 [1] UMECIT v CD Arabe Unido [5] 0-0
03/10 01:30 8 [5] CD Universitario v Tauro FC [3] 2-2
03/09 23:15 8 [4] CA Independiente de la Chorrera v Alianza FC Panama [1] 5-1
03/09 21:00 8 [3] Herrera FC v Potros Del Este [3] 1-2
03/09 01:00 8 [6] Sporting San Miguelito v San Francisco FC [5] 0-1
03/05 01:00 7 [6] Sporting San Miguelito v CA Independiente de la Chorrera [3] 1-0
03/03 23:15 7 [5] San Francisco FC v Tauro FC [4] 0-3
03/03 21:00 7 [2] Potros Del Este v UMECIT [1] 0-0
03/03 01:30 7 [6] Veraguas United v CD Arabe Unido [5] 3-2
03/02 23:15 7 [3] Plaza Amador v Herrera FC [5] 1-2
03/02 21:00 7 [2] Alianza FC Panama v CD Universitario [3] 1-0
02/25 21:00 6 [5] Tauro FC v Veraguas United [6] 2-1
02/25 01:30 6 [3] CD Universitario v Potros Del Este [4] 1-3
02/24 23:15 6 [2] UMECIT v Sporting San Miguelito [6] 1-0
02/24 21:00 6 [4] CD Arabe Unido v San Francisco FC [5] 0-0
02/24 01:00 6 [4] Herrera FC v Alianza FC Panama [2] 1-2

The Liga Panameña de Fútbol (LPF; English: Panamanian Football League) is the top division football league in Panama. Until 2009, the league was named Asociación Nacional Pro Fútbol (ANAPROF).

History

ANAPROF logo
Former logo used by Liga Panameña de Fútbol

In 1987, a group of men, composed of Giancarlo Gronchi, Jan Domburg, Edgar Plazas, Jorge Zelasny, Ángel Valero and Juan Carlos Delgado, met and founded the Asociación Nacional Pro-Fútbol (ANAPROF for short), which was inaugurated on February 26, 1988.

Their objective was to organize professional football in Panama, in order to help the Panama national team in the long term.

Founding teams

  • Chirilanco (Bocas del Toro)
  • Deportivo la Previsora (La Chorrera)
  • Deportivo Perú (Panama City)
  • Euro Kickers (Panama City)
  • Plaza Amador (Panama City)
  • Tauro (Panama City)

Timeline

  • The league was founded as ANAPROF in 1988 after years of turmoil in Panamanian football. The first season, which featured six teams, began on February 26, 1988. Six teams participated. From that year until 2001, the league used a "long tournament" format in which every team played every other team in a home and away set. Since 2001, the league has used the Apertura/Clausura split season that is common to Latin America.
  • From 1994 to 1996, Panamanian football was rent by a schism between ANAPROF and a rival league, LINFUNA. The split was resolved in 1996–97 when the leagues merged into a single twelve-team tournament.
  • The next few seasons of league football were a bit confusing as the governing body tried to sort out its formats. In 1997–98, the league was split into two groups for the regular season, followed by an eight-team playoff. In 1998–99, the league shrunk to ten teams, with six of them advancing to a post-season tournament. The top four advanced further to a playoff to determine the champion. A similar format was used in 1999-2000 and 2000–2001.
  • In 2001, the Apertura/Clausura format was adopted, and with modifications has been used ever since. The most significant involved the idea of the Grand Championship playoff. From 2001 to 2007, the winner of the Apertura faced the winner of the Clausura to determine a season champion. After 2007, this idea was abandoned.
  • In 2009 ANAPROF changes its name to Liga Panameña de Fútbol.
  • In 2021, LPF made changes to the Panamanian football structure, top-tier teams now will be considered as franchises and expanded the league from 10 to 12 teams with no relegation. The second-tier league will increase from 8 to 24 teams by combining top-tier teams U-20 teams, second-tier teams, and invitational teams.

LINFUNA Era

In 1994 Panamanian soccer suffered a great division, when the LINFUNA league was created, the league had Panamanian Football Federation approval and FIFA recognition. It was presided by Rolando Marco Hermoso, then succeeded by Ariel Alvarado.
ANAPROF teams Projusa FC and Alianza FC, were brought into the organization.
The league organized two championships (1994 and 1995), both won by C.D. Árabe Unido from Colón.
Following mediation by CONCACAF, on January 6, 1996, the leagues were unified under the ANAPROF name.

1994 Participating teams

Árabe Unido, Projusa (Veraguas), Chorrillo, Alianza FC, Internacional Puerto Armuelles, Tulihueca de La Chorrera, Corporación Deportiva Independiente Municipal Panamá (DIM), Vista Alegre, Cruz Azul (David, Chiriquí) y el Altamira - Cosmos,

1995 Participating teams

Árabe Unido, Projusa, Internacional Puerto Armuelles, Tulihueca de La Chorrera, Cosmos, Chorrillo, Alianza, Corporación Deportiva Independiente Municipal Panamá (DIM), Tigres de Vista Alegre y Cruz Azul.

The Panama LPF (Liga Panameña de Fútbol) is an annual soccer tournament held in Panama, showcasing the best teams and talent in the country. This highly anticipated event brings together passionate soccer fans from all over Panama to witness thrilling matches and support their favorite teams.

The tournament features a format where teams compete in a round-robin style, playing against each other to secure their position in the standings. The top teams from the regular season advance to the playoffs, where they battle it out in intense knockout matches to ultimately claim the championship title.

The Panama LPF is known for its high level of competition and the display of skill and athleticism by the players. The matches are filled with fast-paced action, strategic gameplay, and moments of brilliance that keep spectators on the edge of their seats.

The tournament not only provides entertainment but also serves as a platform for young and talented players to showcase their abilities and catch the attention of scouts and national team selectors. It is a breeding ground for future stars of Panamanian soccer.

The Panama LPF is not just about the matches; it is a celebration of the sport and a gathering of soccer enthusiasts. The stadiums come alive with vibrant colors, chants, and cheers from the passionate fans, creating an electric atmosphere that adds to the excitement of the games.

The tournament also fosters a sense of community and unity among Panamanians, as people from different backgrounds come together to support their local teams. It is a time when rivalries are put aside, and the love for the game unites the nation.

Overall, the Panama LPF is a prestigious soccer tournament that showcases the best of Panamanian soccer talent, provides thrilling matches, and brings people together in celebration of the beautiful game.