The Segunda División de El Salvador (Second Division of El Salvador) is the second tier of football in El Salvador governed by the Federación Salvadoreña de Fútbol (FESFUT). Teams contest to promote to the Primera División.

The winning sides of the annual Apertura and Clausura contest each other, the winner directly promotes to Primera División.

The losing side of the match contest the last place team of Primera División to trigger promotion and relegation should the Primera División team lose to the Segunda División side.

History

The Salvadoran Football Federation decided to improve the quality and competitiveness of football.

Segunda División, also called Liga B, was created in 1950 divided into two groups to contest within each group. The top sides of each group then contested in order that the winner directly promotes to Primera División.

Category of Ascent was made of 12 teams, four teams in each zone: central, western and eastern.[]

The founding 12 teams in Segunda División were ANTEL, Atlético Marte, Marte Soyapango, Caterpillar de San Salvador, Picapiedra del Plan de la Laguna, Antiguo Cuscatlán, Dragón, Once Municipal, Molino F. C, Ahuachapán and Puertas de Santa Ana y San Rafael.

The inaugural President of the Segunda División was Dr Mauro Alfredo Bernal Silva.

The number of teams increased up to twelve teams per zone (36 teams altogether). In 1986 the Legislative Assembly[] emitted a decree in the Reforms to the Law of Football and the Category of Ascent that Segunda División would be limited to only 24 teams split into two groups.

In 2007, Segunda División adopted an Apertura and Clausura format.

The El Salvador Segunda Division is a highly anticipated soccer tournament held in El Salvador. It is the second-highest level of professional soccer in the country, showcasing the immense talent and passion for the sport in El Salvador.

The tournament features a total of 12 teams competing against each other in a round-robin format, where each team plays against every other team twice, once at home and once away. The matches are held in various stadiums across the country, creating a vibrant and electric atmosphere for both players and fans.

The El Salvador Segunda Division serves as a crucial stepping stone for aspiring soccer players, providing them with a platform to showcase their skills and potentially earn a promotion to the top-tier league, the Primera Division. Many talented players have emerged from this tournament and gone on to represent El Salvador at the international level.

The competition is known for its intense and competitive matches, with teams battling it out on the field to secure victories and climb up the league table. The players exhibit exceptional technical abilities, tactical awareness, and a strong team spirit, making every match a thrilling spectacle for spectators.

Fans from all over the country come together to support their favorite teams, creating an incredible atmosphere in the stadiums. The passionate chants, colorful banners, and energetic celebrations add to the overall excitement of the tournament, making it a memorable experience for both players and fans alike.

The El Salvador Segunda Division not only showcases the talent and dedication of the players but also promotes the growth and development of soccer in El Salvador. It serves as a platform for young talents to shine, contributing to the overall progress of the sport in the country.

Overall, the El Salvador Segunda Division is a highly competitive and thrilling soccer tournament that captivates the nation with its skillful displays, passionate fans, and the promise of future stars.