The 1897–98 Irish Cup was the 18th edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Irish football.
Linfield won the tournament for the 5th time, defeating St Columb's Hall Celtic 2–0 in the final.
Results Belfast-based teams were given a bye until the second round.
First round
Second round
Replays
1 Match ordered to be replayed after Limavady protested there was no segregation on the pitch between players and spectators.
Second replay
Third round
1 Match ordered to be replayed after referee ended the game six minutes early.
Replay
Semi-finals
Replay
Final
References
External links Northern Ireland Cup Finals. Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF)