The 1997–98

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was the 23rd edition of the top

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league in Oman.

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were the defending champions, having won the 1996–97 Omani League season.

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emerged as the champions of the 1997–98 Omani League with a total of 38 points.

Teams

This season the number of teams in the league had decreased from 12 to 10.

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, Al-Bustan Club, Fanja SC and Ruwi Club were relegated to the Second Division League after finishing in the relegation zone in the 1996–97 season. The two relegated teams were replaced by Second Division League teams Quriyat Club and Buraimi SC.

Stadia and locations

League table

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