1968–69 Irish Cup

The 1968–69 Irish Cup was the 89th edition of the Irish Cup, the premier knock-out cup competition in Northern Irish football.

Ards won the cup for the 3rd time, defeating Distillery 4–2 in the final replay at Windsor Park after the first game ended in a draw.

The holders Crusaders were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Ards.

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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Replay

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Second replay

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