| Ireland at the 1978 European Athletics Championships | |
|---|---|
 | |
| WA code | IRL |
| in Prague | |
| Competitors | 9 |
| Medals |
|
| European Athletics Championships appearances | |
Ireland sent nine athletes to the 1978 European Athletics Championships which took place 29 August–3 September 1978 in Prague. Ireland won one medal at the Championships. [1]
| Medal | Name | Event |
|---|---|---|
 | Eamonn Coghlan | Men's 1500m |
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