[1] Dumbarton once again took part in the Glasgow Charity Cup during the season and after a fine replay victory over Rangers in the semi-final, came up against their old local rivals Vale of Leven in the final.

During the season 15 'friendly' matches were played, including home and away fixtures against Vale of Leven, 3rd LRV and St Bernards (including a game to celebrate the opening of St Bernards new stadium at Powderhall), an 11–1 thrashing of Lanarkshire Cup holders, Thistle and three games against north of England opposition.

Leaving the club, after a playing career spanning over six seasons which included an international cap for Scotland, was Archie Lang.

Source:[30] An international trial match was played on 4 March 1882 to consider selection of teams to represent Scotland in the upcoming games against England and Wales.

As a result, Dumbarton's James McAulay[31] and Peter Miller[32] earned their first caps playing for Scotland against Wales and England respectively.