Liga Dominicana de Futbol Expansion

Summary

The Liga Dominicana de Fútbol Expansión (LDF) refers to the strategic restructuring and professionalization of the football league system in the Dominican Republic. Initiated by the Dominican Football Federation (FEDOFUTBOL) and the LDF Board of Directors, the project transformed the league from a closed-franchise system into a multi-tiered professional structure with a formal second division, known as LDF Expansión, and a merit-based promotion and relegation system. The expansion reached its definitive phase during the 2025–26 season, which marked the league's alignment with the international FIFA calendar.