1970–71 League of Ireland explained

Competition:League of Ireland
Season:1970–71
Winners:Cork Hibernians (1st title)
League Topscorer:Brendan Bradley, Finn Harps 20 goals
Prevseason:1969–70
Nextseason:1971–72

Statistics of League of Ireland in the 1970/1971 season.

Overview

The championship was contested by 14 teams. Cork Hibernians won the title after beating Shamrock Rovers 3-1 in a play-off on 25 April 1971 in Dalymount Park with goals from Miah Dennehy (2) and Dave Wigginton for Cork Hibernians. Mick Leech scored for Shamrock Rovers.

Top scorers

Rank Player Club Goals
1 20
2 17
3 16
4 15
5 14
6 12
7 11
8 10
8 10
10 9
10 9
10 9