The 1896–97 Irish Cup was the 17th edition of the
Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in
Irish football
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Cliftonville won the tournament for the 3rd time, defeating Sherwood Foresters (a
British Army team) 3–1 in the final.
Results
*Belfast and Dublin clubs were given a
bye until the second round.
First round
Second round
Third round
Replay
Semi-finals
Final
References
External links
Northern Ireland Cup Finals Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF)
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Irish Cup seasons
1896–97 domestic association football cups
1896–97 in Irish association football