1978–79 League of Ireland


Below are the statistics of League of Ireland in the 1978-79 season.

Overview

It was contested by 16 teams, and Dundalk F.C. won the championship.

Final classification

U.C.D. were elected to the league for next season.

Top scorers

RankPlayerClubGoals
1John DelamereSligo Rovers
Shelbourne 		17
2Hillary CarlyleDundalk16
3Turlough O'ConnorBohemians15
4Pat O'ConnorHome Farm14
5Gerry BrammeldDrogheda United13
5Jerome ClarkeDrogheda United13
5Gary HulmesSligo Rovers13
5Mick LeechDrogheda United13
9Derek CarthySt Patrick's Athletic12
9Johnny MatthewsWaterford12