The 1961–62 Irish League was the 61st edition of the Irish League, the highest level of league competition in

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. The league consisted of 12 teams, and Linfield won the championship after a 3-1

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win over

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League standings

Results

Test match

Top scorers (including play-off)

References

Northern Ireland - List of final tables (RSSSF)
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