Divisions There were four Sections or Divisions. Division winners played off for the NFL title. Teams were placed in the divisions along geographical lines: • Division One: Western • Division Two: Eastern • Division Three: Southern • Division Four: Northern. The Northern Division doubled as the
Dr Lagan Cup. The winners qualified for the semi-finals.
Round-robin format Each team played every other team in its division (or group where the division is split) once, either home or away.
Points awarded 2 points were awarded for a win and 1 for a draw.
Titles Teams in all three divisions competed for the
National Football League title.
Separation of teams on equal points In the event that teams finish on equal points, then a play-off will be used to determine group placings if necessary.
Promotion and relegation None. All four Divisions had equal status. ==Group stage==