1952–53 Irish Cup

The 1952–53 Irish Cup was the 73rd edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Northern Irish football.

Ards were the holders but they were defeated 5–4 by Glentoran in the quarter-finals.

Linfield won the cup for the 26th time, defeating Coleraine 5–0 in the final at Solitude.

First round

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Replay

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Second replay

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Quarter-finals

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Semi-finals

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