Ligas Provinciales de Lima y Callao (1926–1975)

The Ligas Provinciales de Lima y Callao (Provincial Leagues of Lima and Callao) were regional football leagues in Peru that served as an important component of the Peruvian football system from 1926 to 1975. These leagues acted as a feeder system to the higher levels of Peruvian football, including the national Primera División (First Division).

Teams from the provinces surrounding the cities of Lima and Callao participated in these leagues, aiming to qualify for the more prestigious national tournaments. The leagues provided a crucial pathway for talented players from the provinces to gain exposure and potentially join professional clubs.

The organization and structure of the Ligas Provinciales evolved over the years, but the general purpose remained consistent: to foster football development in the regions outside the capital and port city and to identify promising players and teams. The leagues contributed significantly to the overall growth and competitiveness of Peruvian football during their existence.

After 1975, a restructuring of the Peruvian football league system led to the discontinuation of the Ligas Provinciales de Lima y Callao in their original form. They were integrated into a new, broader system of regional and national leagues. The legacy of the Ligas Provinciales, however, remains as an integral part of Peruvian football history, representing a vital era of regional development.