Statistics of

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in the 1971 season.

Overview

It was contested by 8 teams, and

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won the championship.

's Steinar Jóhannsson was the top scorer with 13 goals.

Final league table

Víkingur qualified for the

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as Icelandic Cup winners from a lower division.

Results

Each team played every opponent once home and away for a total of 14 matches.

References

Úrvalsdeild karla (football) seasons

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