AFCtípusok

AFCtípusok, or AFC types, are a classification system used in Hungarian football to determine the level of competition and the structure of the league system. The term "AFC" stands for "Alapszakmai Feladatkör," which translates to "Basic Professional Task Area." This classification system is based on the financial resources and infrastructure of the clubs, as well as their performance in recent seasons.

There are three main AFC types in Hungarian football:

1. AFC I: This is the highest level of competition, consisting of the Nemzeti Bajnokság I (NB I), which is the top tier of the Hungarian football league system. Clubs in this category have the most financial resources and infrastructure, and they compete for the national championship and European qualification spots.

2. AFC II: This level includes the Nemzeti Bajnokság II (NB II) and Nemzeti Bajnokság III (NB III), which are the second and third tiers of the Hungarian league system, respectively. Clubs in this category have fewer financial resources and infrastructure than those in AFC I, but they still compete for promotion to higher levels and to maintain their current level.

3. AFC III: This is the lowest level of competition, consisting of the Megyei Bajnokságok (County Leagues) and the Megyei I. Bajnokságok (County First Leagues). Clubs in this category have the least financial resources and infrastructure, and they compete for promotion to the higher levels of the league system.

The AFC types are determined by the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ) based on a points system that takes into account the clubs' financial resources, infrastructure, and performance in recent seasons. Clubs can apply for a higher AFC type if they meet the necessary criteria, and they can be demoted to a lower AFC type if they fail to meet the criteria for their current level. This classification system helps to ensure that the Hungarian football league system is fair and competitive, and that clubs have the necessary resources and infrastructure to compete at their level.