The 1896–97 Irish Cup was the 17th edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Irish football.
Cliftonville won the tournament for the 3rd time, defeating Sherwood Foresters (a British Army team) 3–1 in the final.
Results Belfast and Dublin clubs were given a bye until the second round.
First round
Second round
Third round
Replay
Semi-finals
Final
References
External links Northern Ireland Cup Finals. Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF)