Switzerland's professional sports leagues
Ice hockey, football, basketball, handball, volleyball: Switzerland's major professional leagues, their format, and where to follow official standings and results live.
Switzerland has professional championships in several sports. The two most followed are, by far, ice hockey and football — but basketball, handball and volleyball also have their national leagues. Most run on the same model: a regular season followed by playoffs that decide the champion.
| Sport | Top tier / 2nd tier |
|---|---|
| Ice hockey | National League / Swiss League |
| Football | Super League / Challenge League |
| Basketball | SB League |
| Handball | Quickline Handball League |
| Volleyball | National League A |
Where to follow official standings and results
Live standings and schedules are published by the leagues themselves. Here are the official sources:
- Super League (football) — official standings
- Challenge League (football) — official standings
- National League (ice hockey) — official site
Frequently asked questions
Which sports are most followed in Switzerland?
Ice hockey and football dominate, with hockey among the best-attended leagues in Europe. Skiing and tennis also leave a strong mark, on the individual-sport side.
Where can I see live standings?
On the leagues' official sites (links above): National League for hockey, Swiss Football League for football.
Related reading
- Ice hockey in Switzerland: the National League
The National League, the elite of Swiss ice hockey: format, big clubs, playoffs and where to follow the official standings live.
- Football in Switzerland: the Super League
The Super League, the elite of Swiss football: format, big clubs, European qualification and where to follow the official standings live.