1888–89 Scottish Cup
The Scottish Cup trophy | |
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Country | Scotland |
| Teams | 166 |
| Defending champions | Renton |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | 3rd Lanark RV (first title) |
| Runners-up | Celtic |
| Tournament statistics | |
| Matches played | 171 |
| Goals scored | 1,125 (6.58 per match) |
The 1888–89 Scottish Cup was the 16th season of Scotland's most prestigious football knockout competition. 3rd Lanark RV beat Glasgow rivals Celtic (making their Cup début) 2–1 in a replayed final. The original match was won 3–0 by 3rd Lanark RV but the SFA ordered a replay due to the playing conditions.