1997–98 Vyshcha Liha

The 1997–98 Vyshcha Liha season was the 7th since its establishment. FC Dynamo Kyiv were the defending champions.

Promotions

 * Metalurh Donetsk, the champion of the 1996–97 Ukrainian First League – (debut)
 * Metalurh Mariupol, the third-place runner-up of the 1996–97 Ukrainian First League – (debut)

Renamed

 * In a winter break Zirka-NIBAS Kirovohrad changed its name to Zirka Kirovohrad.