It was a pre-season tournament played in the summer before the regular League of Ireland season began.

League of Ireland clubs had previously played in a similar competition known as the Top Four Cup.

[1] In 1998 the FAI announce their plans to establish a super cup.

It was to be played during the summer and it was intended to act as a warm up and provide the clubs involved in Europe with some competitive games.

Shamrock Rovers, St Patrick's Athletic, UCD and Shelbourne all won one tournament each.