The 1996–97 Irish League was the 96th edition of the Irish League, the highest level of league competition in

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. The league consisted of 8 teams, and

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won the championship.

Premier Division

League standings

Results

Matches 1–14

Matches 15–28

First Division

League standings

References

Northern Ireland - List of final tables (RSSSF)
{{DEFAULTSORT:1996-97 Irish League NIFL Premiership seasons 1

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