Vysshaya Liga (Tajikistan) 2026/27

The Vysshaya Liga serves as the top tier of professional football in Tajikistan, operating above the First League within the national pyramid. The competition was established in 1992 after the dissolution of the Soviet Union, replacing the Tajik SSR Championship. It is currently organized by the Tajikistan Football League Organization under the authority of the Tajikistan Football Federation.

The 2026 season features twelve clubs competing in a double round-robin format where each team plays 22 matches. The structure determines promotion and relegation through specific mechanisms. The club finishing in 12th place faces automatic relegation to the First League. The team in 11th position enters a two-legged playoff against the runner-up of the lower division. The champion of the First League gains automatic promotion, provided they meet licensing requirements.

FC Istiklol holds the record for the most titles, winning 14 championships. This dominance includes a streak of 14 consecutive titles spanning from 2010 to 2023. Other notable winners include Regar-TadAZ with seven titles, Varzob with three, and Vakhsh with three. The league also serves as a pathway for teams to qualify for AFC competitions.

Historical context includes the competition's operation during the Tajik Civil War in its inaugural season. It remains distinct from the TFF Cup, which is a knockout tournament, and the Super Cup, a single match event. The league has undergone various sponsorship name changes over the years, including agreements with entities such as Coca-Cola and 1xBet.

The current reigning champion is FC Istiklol, having secured the title in 2025. The competition continues to function as the primary domestic football structure in the country.