Senegal Ligue 2

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The 2009 Ligue 2 season was the first of the professional competition of the second-tier football in Senegal. The tournament was organized by the Senegalese Football Federation The season began a little earlier on Saturday 2 May and finished on 16 October. It was the first season labelled as a "League" ("Ligue" in French). AS Pikine and ASC Niarry Tally were promoted into Ligue 1 the following season while ASC Xam Xam was relegated into National 1 the following season. Pikine had the highest with 42 points while ASC Niarry Tally was second with 40 points, scoring the most goals, numbering 32.

Geographically almost all clubs were in the western and westernmost parts of the country, two or three of the clubs were not of the Dakar area.

Unlike Ligue 1, there was no group system used in the season, the following year, Ligue 2 would have a group system where the club with the highest number of points was elevated into Ligue 1 in the 2011 season and the lowest relegated into National 1 in the 2011 season.

The Senegal Ligue 2 is the second tier of professional football in Senegal, serving as a vital platform for emerging talent and competitive club football. Established to foster the development of local players and clubs, the league features a dynamic mix of teams vying for promotion to the top-flight Senegal Premier League. Known for its passionate fan base and intense matches, Senegal Ligue 2 showcases the burgeoning talent and competitive spirit of Senegalese football. The tournament operates on a promotion and relegation system, with the top-performing teams earning the chance to compete at the highest level nationally. Overall, Senegal Ligue 2 plays a crucial role in the football ecosystem of Senegal, contributing to the growth and popularity of the sport across the country.