1896–97 Irish League
| Season | 1896–97 |
|---|---|
| Dates | 5 September 1896 – 26 December 1896 |
| Champions | Glentoran 2nd Irish title |
| Matches played | 30 |
| Goals scored | 125 (4.17 per match) |
| Top goalscorer | Johnny Darling Richard Peden (6 goals each) |
| Biggest home win | Linfield 7–1 North Staffs |
| Biggest away win | Distillery 0–6 Linfield North Staffs 0–6 Glentoran |
| Highest scoring | Linfield 7–4 Distillery |
← 1895–96 1897–98 → | |
The 1896–97 Irish League was the 7th edition of the Irish League, the highest level of league competition in Irish football.
The league comprised six teams, an increase from the four of the previous season. Glentoran won the championship for the second time.