1938–39 League of Ireland explained

Competition:League of Ireland
Season:1938–39
Winners:Shamrock Rovers (6th title)
League Topscorer:Patrick Bradshaw (22 goals)
Matches:132
Total Goals:525
Prevseason:1937–38
Nextseason:1939–40

The 1938–39 League of Ireland was the eighteenth season of the League of Ireland. Shamrock Rovers were the defending champions.

Shamrock Rovers won their sixth title, and in doing so, became the first team to successfully defend their title.

Overview

Cork folded during the previous season, with Cork City taking their place.

Teams

TeamLocationStadium
BohemiansDublin (Phibsborough)Dalymount Park
Bray UnknownsBrayCarlisle Grounds
BridevilleDublin (The Liberties)Harold's Cross Stadium
Cork CityCorkMardyke
DrumcondraDublin (Clonturk)Clonturk Park
DundalkDundalkOriel Park
LimerickLimerickMarkets Field
St. James's GateDublin (Crumlin)St. James's Park
Shamrock RoversDublin (Milltown)Glenmalure Park
ShelbourneDublin (Ringsend)Shelbourne Park
Sligo RoversSligoThe Showgrounds
WaterfordWaterfordKilcohan Park

Top goalscorers