1887–88 Irish Cup

The 1887–88 Irish Cup was the 8th edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Irish football.

Cliftonville won the tournament for the 2nd time, defeating Distillery 2–1 in the final. The holders Ulster were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Distillery.

Results First round

1 Whiteabbey protested about an opposition player's shirt colour and a replay was ordered.

Replay

Second round

Third round

Fourth round

Replays

2 Mountcollyer protested the referee's IFA status and a replay was ordered.

Second Replay

Semi-finals

Final

References

External links Northern Ireland Cup Finals. Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF)