The 1896–97 Irish League was the 7th edition of the Irish League, the highest level of league competition in

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football. The league comprised 6 teams, and

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won the championship.

League standings

Play-off

NOTE: Cliftonville beat Linfield 2-1 in a play-off for second place

Results

References

Northern Ireland - List of final tables (RSSSF)
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