1996–97 Mexican Primera División season
| Season | 1996–97 |
|---|---|
| Champions | Inverno 1996: Santos Laguna (1st title) Verano 1997: Guadalajara (10th title) |
| Relegated | Pachuca |
| 1997 CONCACAF Champions' Cup | Santos Laguna Guadalajara Cruz Azul |
| 1997 CONCACAF Cup Winners Cup | Necaxa Cruz Azul |
| Matches played | 306 |
| Goals scored | 993 (3.25 per match) |
| Top goalscorer |
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← 1995–96 1997–98 → | |
The 1996–97 season included the 56th and 57th editions of the top professional division of Mexican football, known as Primera División de México. The season was divided into two short tournaments (Invierno 1996 and Verano 1997).