The 1997–98 Ukrainian Cup was the seventh annual edition of Ukraine's football knockout competition since the country's independence.
The cup holder Shakhtar Donetsk was eliminated on away goal rule by Metalurh Donetsk in Round of 16.
At this stage in the competition, 20 teams from the Druha Liha and Ukrainian Football Amateur Association entered the competition.
At this stage in the competition, teams play two games, at home and away.
The Vyshcha Liha clubs entered the competition.