The 1896–97 season was the second competitive season in Belgian football.
Overview Only one official league existed at the time. It was called Coupe de Championnat (Championship Cup) and was disputed between 6 teams since only one new team was admitted whereas the last two of the previous championship were withdrawn.
Honour CompetitionWinnerChampionship CupRacing Club de Bruxelles
League standings Pos Team Pld Won Drw Lst GF GA Pts GD Notes1Racing Club de Bruxelles10820401018+302F.C. Liégeois10622161314+33Antwerp F.C.10613221013-34Léopold Club de Bruxelles104069288-195Athletic and Running Club de Bruxelles1031625147+116Sporting Club de Bruxelles1000102390-37Withdrew mid-season, remaining results awarded.
External links RSSSF archive - Final tables 1895-2002 Belgian clubs history