1986–87 League of Ireland Premier Division


The 1986–87 League of Ireland Premier Division was the second season of the League of Ireland Premier Division. The Premier Division was made up of 12 teams.
Shamrock Rovers F.C. won the championship, their 14th title.

Teams

The Premier Division was contested by 12 teams, the top 10 teams for the prior season and two promoted teams. The promoted teams were Bray Wanderers and Sligo Rovers. They replaced Shelbourne and University College Dublin who were relegated to the First Division.

Stadia and locations

TeamHometown/SuburbStadium
Athlone TownAthloneSt Mel's Park
Bray WanderersBrayCarlisle Grounds
BohemiansPhibsboroughDalymount Park
Cork CityCorkTurners Cross
DundalkDundalkOriel Park
Galway UnitedGalwayTerryland Park
Home FarmDrumcondra, DublinTolka Park
Limerick CityLimerickJackman Park
Shamrock RoversMilltown, DublinGlenmalure Park
Sligo RoversSligoThe Showgrounds
St Patrick's AthleticInchicoreRichmond Park
Waterford UnitedWaterfordKilcohan Park