Liiga
Liiga is the top ice hockey league in Finland.
Norwegian First Division
Norway's First Division is the second-tier ice hockey league in the country, serving heavily as a competitive developmental league.
Skill Level in Liiga
Liiga is the highest professional hockey league in Finland. Founded in 1975, the league has 15 clubs that span from the South near Helsinki all the way up to the Arctic Circle. It's considered by many to be one of the stronger leagues in Europe.
Skill Level in Norwegian First Division
The Norwegian First Division serves as the second tier of ice hockey in all of Norway, with many teams focused on developing players for the top-tier EliteHockey Ligaen. A number of clubs will carry a couple imports as top players.
Player Perspective: Liiga
"Liiga is the perfect league to play in, especially as an import from North America who enjoys the physical play paired with skill. I'd agree that Liiga's caliber is up there with a number of the top leagues in Europe based on my experience also playing in Germany and Austria. The fans hear love their hockey.
Player Perspective: Norwegian First Division
"It’s a good league for younger Norwegian players and there are also few import and veteran guys that are quite skilled."
Number of Teams in Liiga: 15
Number of Teams in Norwegian First Division: 8