1971–72_Blaxnit_Cup

1971–72 Blaxnit Cup

1971–72 Blaxnit Cup

Football tournament season

The 1971–72 Blaxnit Cup was the 5th edition of the Blaxnit Cup, an association football cup competition featuring teams from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Only two teams competed due to the security situation in Northern Ireland.[1]

Quick Facts Tournament details, Country ...

Cork Hibernians won the title for the 1st time, defeating Coleraine 5–3 on aggregate in the two-legged final.[2][3][4][5][6]

Results

Final

More information Cork Hibernians, 3–2 ...
Attendance: 10,000


More information Coleraine, 1–2 ...
Attendance: 6,000
Referee: H. Wilson (Belfast)

Cork Hibernians win 5–3 on aggregate.

References

  1. [1]
    "Irish League Archive, Blaxnit Cup". Irish League Archive. Retrieved 29 April 2023.
  2. [2]
    "Courage and class keep Coleraine 'in'". Belfast Telegraph. 15 May 1972. p. 15.
  3. [3]
    "Cork Win - But It's On The Retreat". Belfast News Letter. 15 May 1972. p. 12.
  4. [4]
    "Cool Hibs are worthy all Ireland champions". Belfast Telegraph. 19 May 1972. p. 22.
  5. [5]
    "A Shaky Start - Then Hibs In Control". Belfast News Letter. 19 May 1972. p. 12.
  6. [6]
    "Blaxnit Cup Results". Irish League Archive. Retrieved 29 April 2023.
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