Ettan
Ettan is the common name for the third level of men's football in Sweden. It is organized as four regional divisions: Norra Ettan (Northern), Östra Ettan (Eastern), Västra Ettan (Western), and Södra Ettan (Southern). The league is administered by the Swedish Football Association (SvFF). The name Ettan, meaning “the one” or “the first” in Swedish, reflects its place below the top-tier Allsvenskan and the second tier Superettan.
Season structure and promotion: Each division runs its own league competition during the spring-to-autumn season. At
Clubs and balance: Ettan features a mix of semi-professional and amateur clubs, many with strong local ties
Significance: As a feeder league, Ettan provides competitive pathways for clubs and players to progress toward