The season began on 11 September with reigning champions FC Midtjylland playing against the winners of the Danish Cup, SønderjyskE, losing 2–0 away from home.
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules.
As teams did not all start with an equal number of points, the initial pre-playoffs positions are also given.
As teams did not all start with an equal number of points, the initial pre-playoffs positions are also given.
The winners earned a place in the Europa Conference League second qualifying round.