The 1996

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was the 19th season of top-tier football competition in

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were the defending champions. The league comprised 14 teams, the bottom two of which were relegated.

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were crowned champions, winning their 11th title, while Benfica do Huambo and Primeiro de Maio were relegated. ''Zé Neli'' of Petro do Huambo finished as the top scorer with 12 goals.

Changes from the 1996 season

Relegated: Nacional de Benguela
Promoted: FC de Cabinda, Kabuscorp, Sonangol do Namibe

League table

Results

Season statistics

Top scorer

* ''Zé Neli''

Champions

References

External links

Federação Angolana de Futebol
{{Girabola seasons Girabola seasons

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