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League of Ireland First Division: overview

Ireland · 2026 season overview

About the League of Ireland First Division

League of Ireland First Division (Ireland): first place is held by Cork City, on 75 points from 36 matches, ahead of second-placed UCD (56 points). Most recent match: Bray Wanderers 1–3 UCD.

League of Ireland First Division: season leaders

Top of the table Cork City 75 points
Second place UCD 56 points
Third place Bray Wanderers 54 points
Latest matchBray Wanderers 1–3 UCD

League of Ireland First Division: recent winners

SeasonChampionsRunners-upPts
2025 DundalkCobh Ramblers79
2024 Cork CityUCD78
2023 Galway UnitedWaterford94
2022 Cork CityWaterford68
2021 ShelbourneGalway United57

League of Ireland First Division clubs

All teams

League of Ireland First Division: key facts

CountryIreland
Season2026
Teams in the table10
Last season's championsDundalk

League of Ireland First Division: frequently asked questions

Which team is first in the League of Ireland First Division?

Cork City are first, having taken 75 points from 36 matches. The table has the complete standings.

Which club were League of Ireland First Division champions last season?

In 2025 the title went to Dundalk.

Do you have League of Ireland First Division predictions?

Yes, on a separate page with predictions, odds and probabilities: League of Ireland First Division predictions.

Where do I see the League of Ireland First Division fixtures and results?

Go to fixtures for the matches ahead and to results for the ones already played.

About the League of Ireland First Division

This is the League of Ireland First Division (Ireland) in overview: who is top today, the most recent champions, the clubs in the competition and links to each detailed section. The table, the results, the fixtures, the top scorers and the cards each get a page of their own, and the match predictions are here. To look at other competitions, go to the Leagues section.

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