The 1886–87 Irish Cup was the 7th edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Irish football.
Ulster won the tournament for the 1st time, defeating Cliftonville 3–1 in the final. The holders Distillery were eliminated in the fourth round by Glentoran.
Results First round
Replays
Second round
1 Although Moyola Park scratched to Kilrea, a protest from Magherafelt from the previous round led to the Irish Football Association to order Kilrea to re-play their first round match with Magherafelt. Kilrea refused but were subsequently reinstated.
2 Oldpark protested that the referee had called time early and a replay was ordered.
3 Millmount protested and the match was ordered to be replayed
Replay
Second replay
Third round
Fourth round
Replay
4 YMCA protested and the match was ordered to be replayed
Second Replay
Semi-finals
Final
References
External links Northern Ireland Cup Finals. Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF)