The season was marred by revelations of betting rules violations by a host of players and coaches at a number of clubs.

[3] Starting in November, the Gibraltar FA began issuing a number of bans following an in-depth investigation of suspected betting rule violations by players and coaches.

At first, several Europa players, including Rubo Blanco, Iván Moya and manager Juan José Gallardo, were banned[4] Following this, Lincoln Red Imps manager Yiyi Pérez was also suspended[5] In March 2019, Lions Gibraltar and Gibraltar Phoenix players including Rafael Bado and Juan Manuel Llaves received bans.

Boca Gibraltar took their place, having won the Second Division title and earning promotion for the first time in their history.

Lynx finished 9th the previous season, leaving them to face the runners up in the Second Division, FC Olympique 13, in a play-off.