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League of Ireland First Division: key facts

Ireland · key facts, 2026

About the League of Ireland First Division

League of Ireland First Division (Ireland): the leaders are Cork City, on 75 points after 36 matches, with UCD next on 56 points. Most recent game: 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: past champions

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 sits first in the League of Ireland First Division?

It is Cork City at the top, on 75 points after 36 matches. The table shows every club's position.

Who won the League of Ireland First Division in the previous season?

In 2025 the title went to Dundalk.

Can I see League of Ireland First Division predictions here?

You can: tips, odds and probabilities are gathered on a separate page, League of Ireland First Division predictions.

How can I check League of Ireland First Division fixtures and results?

Fixtures still to come appear in fixtures; matches that are finished appear in results.

About the League of Ireland First Division

Key facts on the League of Ireland First Division (Ireland): the side currently top, past champions, every club and quick links into each detailed part of the site. We give the table, results, fixtures, top scorers and cards a page each, and match predictions are here. Leagues and cups beyond this one are listed in the Leagues section.

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