Segunda Division, which returned to the third level in 1950. In 1986 the Argentine Association created the Primera B Nacional with the purpose of allowing clubs throughout Argentina to play official competitions. Primera B Nacional became the second division of Argentine football while Primera B was set as the third division, being also renamed "Primera B Metropolitana" due to it was contested by teams from the Buenos Aires metropolitan area (including Greater Buenos Aires). Primera B Metropolitana has received several names since its inception in 1899 as the second division of Argentine football. The following charts describe the changes made to the division since its creation: Division levels Since its inception in 1899 as "Segunda División", the Primera B Metropolitana has changed levels (between 2 and 3) and names several times. The table below shows them in details: Current teams (2022 season) List of champions The tournament has received different names since its first edition in 1899, such as "Segunda División" (1899–1926), "Primera División B" (or simply "Primera B", since 1927). After the restructuring of the Argentine football league system in 1985, the tournament became the third division, changing its name to "Primera B Metropolitana" to set a difference with Primera B Nacional. Titles by club This list include all the titles won with both, senior and reserve teams. See also División Intermedia (2nd Division, 1911–26) Argentine football league system Notes References External links Promiedos 1899 establishments in Argentina 3 1 Sports leagues established in 1899 Argentina Professional sports leagues in Argentina