In today's world, 1957–58 League of Ireland has gained great relevance in society. Its impact has extended to different areas, generating discussions, debates and reflections around its importance and repercussions. From the political to the cultural sphere, 1957–58 League of Ireland has become a topic of general interest that leaves no one indifferent. In this article, we will explore the many facets of 1957–58 League of Ireland, analyzing its evolution over time and its influence on people's daily lives. Additionally, we will examine the different perspectives that exist around 1957–58 League of Ireland, offering a complete overview of its impact on today's society.
Season | 1957–58 |
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Champions | Drumcondra (3rd title) |
European Cup | Drumcondra |
Matches played | 132 |
Goals scored | 492 (3.73 per match) |
Top goalscorer | Donal Leahy (16 goals) |
Biggest home win | Dundalk 8–2 Cork Hibernians Shamrock Rovers 8–2 Transport |
Biggest away win | Sligo Rovers 0–6 Transport |
Highest scoring | Bohemians 3–7 Drumcondra Dundalk 8–2 Cork Hibernians Shamrock Rovers 8–2 Transport |
← 1956–57 1958–59 → |
The 1957–58 League of Ireland was the 37th season of senior football in the Republic of Ireland.
Shamrock Rovers were the defending champions.
Cork Athletic resigned from the League, and were replaced by Cork Hibernians.
Team | Location | Stadium |
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Bohemians | Dublin (Phibsborough) | Dalymount Park |
Cork Hibernians | Cork (Mardyke) | Mardyke |
Drumcondra | Dublin (Drumcondra) | Tolka Park |
Dundalk | Dundalk | Oriel Park |
Evergreen United | Cork (Turners Cross) | Turners Cross |
Limerick | Limerick | Markets Field |
Shamrock Rovers | Dublin (Milltown) | Glenmalure Park |
Shelbourne | Dublin (Ringsend) | Shelbourne Park |
Sligo Rovers | Sligo | The Showgrounds |
St Patrick's Athletic | Dublin (Phibsborough) | Dalymount Park |
Transport | Dublin (Harold's Cross) | Harold's Cross Stadium |
Waterford | Waterford | Kilcohan Park |
Drumcondra won their third title and qualified for the following season's European Cup.
Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Qualification |
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1 | Drumcondra | 22 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 51 | 23 | +28 | 33 | Qualification for European Cup preliminary round |
2 | Shamrock Rovers | 22 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 55 | 26 | +29 | 31 | |
3 | Evergreen United | 22 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 53 | 30 | +23 | 29 | |
4 | St Patrick's Athletic | 22 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 45 | 32 | +13 | 26 | |
5 | Shelbourne | 22 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 41 | 29 | +12 | 25 | |
6 | Waterford | 22 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 43 | 37 | +6 | 23 | |
7 | Limerick | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 31 | 40 | −9 | 19 | |
8 | Dundalk | 22 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 38 | 46 | −8 | 17 | |
9 | Bohemians | 22 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 36 | 52 | −16 | 16 | |
10 | Transport | 22 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 30 | 50 | −20 | 16 | |
11 | Sligo Rovers | 22 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 32 | 61 | −29 | 15 | |
12 | Cork Hibernians | 22 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 37 | 66 | −29 | 14 |
Rank | Player | Club | Goals |
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1 | Donal Leahy | Evergreen United | 16 |
2 | Johnny McGeehan | Transport | 15 |
Austin Noonan | Evergreen United | ||
4 | Ronnie Whelan | St Patrick's Athletic | 14 |
5 | Jack Fitzgerald | Waterford | 12 |
6 | Christy Doyle | Shelbourne | 11 |
Vic Meldrum | Sligo Rovers | ||
8 | Dermot Cross | Drumcondra | 10 |
9 | Willie Coleman | 9 | |
Maxie McCann | Shamrock Rovers | ||
Donal O'Leary | Evergreen United |