The league saw a major restructuring of the usual four divisions of eight teams.
Antrim, Cork, Dublin and Waterford all entered Division 1 as part of the restructuring.
Semi-finals Final The league saw a major restructuring of the usual four divisions of eight teams.
Armagh, Carlow, Derry, Down, Kildare, Louth, Monaghan, Roscommon, Tyrone and Wicklow all entered Division 1 as part of the restructuring.
On 25 July 1998, Kerry won the title after a 1-11 to 2-6 win over Westmeath in a replay of the final.