1981–82 League of Ireland


Statistics of League of Ireland in the 1981-82 season.

Overview

It was contested by 16 teams, and Dundalk won the championship. This season used a trial point system with 4 for an away win, 3 for a home win, 2 for an away draw, 1 for a home draw.

Final classification

Top scorers

RankPlayerClubGoals
1Michael O'ConnorAthlone Town22
2Liam BuckleyShamrock Rovers21
3Gus GilliganSligo Rovers16
3Jim MahonSt Patrick's Athletic16
5Brendan BradleySligo Rovers15
5Mick FaircloughDundalk15
5Gary HulmesLimerick United15
8Terry DalyShelbourne12
8Brian DuffDundalk
Galway United
12
10Alan CampbellShamrock Rovers11
10Hillary CarlyleDundalk11
10Denis ClarkeAthlone Town11
10Jackie JamesonBohemians11