The 1896–97 County Antrim Shield was the 9th edition of the

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, a cup competition in Irish

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won the tournament for the 4th time and 2nd consecutive year, defeating Linfield 3–1 in the final replay, after the original final ended in a 2–2 draw.

Results

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

*¹ The match was ordered to be replayed after a protest.

Replay

*¹ The match was abandoned after 75 minutes and was ordered to be replayed.

Second replay

Final

Replay

References

External links

Northern Ireland - List of County Antrim Shield Winners
{{DEFAULTSORT:1896-97 County Antrim Shield 1896–97 in Irish association football