Leagues and Clubs of Ireland1996/97
Premier Division (1. League)
- 1. Derry City
- 2. Bohemians Dublin
- 3. Shelbourne FC
- 4. Cork City
- 5. St. Patrick's Athletic
- 6. Sligo Rovers
- 7. Shamrock Rovers
- 8. UC Dublin
- 9. Finn Harps Ballybofey
- 10. Dundalk FC
- 11. Bray Wanderers
- 12. Home Farm Everton
First Division (2. League)
- 1. Kilkenny City
- 2. Drogheda United
- 3. Waterford United
- 4. Athlone Town
- 5. Cobh Ramblers
- 6. Galway United
- 7. Longford Town
- 8. Monaghan United
- 10. Limerick FC
