top flight for the first time ever) and Crystal Palace (playing in the top flight again after a two-year absence). They replaced Sunderland, Middlesbrough and Nottingham Forest, who were relegated after top flight spells of one, two and three years respectively. Stadiums and Locations Personnel and kits A list of personnel and kits of the clubs in the 1997–98 FA Premier League. Managerial changes League table Results Season statistics Scoring Top scorers Hat-tricks Note: 4 Player scored 4 goals; P Player scored a perfect hat-trick; (H) – Home; (A) – Away Top assists Awards Monthly awards Annual awards See also 1997–98 in English football References and notes External links 1997–98 Premier League Season at RSSSF 1997/98 FA Premier League Review Premier League seasons Eng 1997–98 in English football leagues