1897 Argentine Primera División
The 1897 Argentine Primera División was the 6th season of top-flight football in Argentina. The championship was won by Lomas that achieved its 4th Argentine league title in 5 seasons. Lomas won the title after beating Lanús A.C. by 1-0 in 3rd. playoff match.
The players of Lomas Academy returned to its parent club, Lomas Athletic, while Lanús A.C., Banfield and Palermo A.C. made their debuts and Belgrano A.C. registered a "B" team to play the tournament.After two games ended in a draw, Lomas defeated Lanús in the third playoff match:
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