1934–35 League of Ireland explained

The 1934–35 League of Ireland was the fourteenth season of the League of Ireland. Bohemians were the defending champions.

Dolphin won their first title.

Competition:League of Ireland
Winners:Dolphin (1st title)
Matches:90
Total Goals:380
League Topscorer:Alf Rigby (17 goals)
Prevseason:1933–34
Nextseason:1935–36
Season:1934–35

Overview

Cork Bohemians and Shelbourne were not re-elected to the League, while Waterford and Sligo Rovers were elected in their place. Waterford were re-elected after a two-year absence, while Sligo Rovers became the first team from Connacht to compete in the League.

Teams

TeamLocationStadium
BohemiansDublin (Phibsborough)Dalymount Park
Bray UnknownsBrayWoodbrook Ground
CorkCork (Mardyke)Mardyke
DolphinDublin (Dolphin's Barn)Dolphin Park
DrumcondraDublin (Clonturk)Clonturk Park
DundalkDundalkAthletic Grounds
St. James's GateDublin (Crumlin)St. James's Park
Shamrock RoversDublin (Milltown)Glenmalure Park
Sligo RoversSligoThe Showgrounds
WaterfordWaterfordKilcohan Park

Top goalscorers

PlayerClubGoals
1Alf RigbySt James's Gate17
2Charles McDaidSligo Rovers16
3Walter WalshWaterford13
Source:[1] [2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ireland - List of Topscorers . 5 February 2016 . 5 February 2016 . live . . https://web.archive.org/web/20120406093820/http://www.rsssf.com/tablesi/iertops.html . 6 April 2012 .
  2. Book: Graham, Alex. Football in the Republic of Ireland a Statistical Record 1921-2005. Soccer Books Limited. 1-86223-135-4.