Season 1996–97 | Champions Dynamo Kyiv | |
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The 1996–97 Vyshcha Liha season was the 6th since its establishment. FC Dynamo Kyiv were the defending champions.
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Preseason changes
Number of teams in the league was reduced from 18 to 16. Vyshcha Liha became a member of the newly established Professional Football League of Ukraine.
Promotions
Renamed
Before the start of season CSKA-Borysfen Kyiv was renamed to CSKA Kyiv.
Final standings
Source:
Rules for classification: 1st points; 2nd goal difference; 3rd goal scored
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Managers
Notes: Games between Dynamo Kyiv and CSKA Kyiv were played at the Republican Stadium.
References
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