liga

Liga is a term used in many languages to denote a league or formal association. It derives from the Latin ligare, meaning to bind, and is used for organizations that coordinate competition, cooperation, or governance among member entities.

In sports, liga is a common name element for leagues. The best-known example is La Liga, the top professional football division in Spain. Other countries use Liga in the names of their leagues, such as Liga MX in Mexico, and Liga 1 in Peru and in Indonesia, where the top flight is branded Liga 1.

Beyond sports, liga commonly denotes any organized association or alliance. It can refer to professional federations, unions, or coalitions formed for a shared purpose, such as workers’ leagues or political or cultural alliances. In many languages, the same word is used for both sport leagues and non-sport associations, reflecting the general idea of a coordinated, binding group.

Overall, the term Liga serves as a versatile label for organized groups bound by common aims, most prominently in the realm of competitive sports but also in broader organizational contexts. See also notable league names that incorporate the term, such as La Liga, Liga MX, and Liga 1.