The 1939 Chatham Cup was the 16th annual nationwide knockout football competition in New Zealand.
| 1939 Chatham Cup | |
|---|---|
| Grand Final details | |
| Date | September 2 |
| Venue | Basin Reserve, Wellington |
| Winner | Waterside (2nd title) |
| Score | 4 – 2 |
| Runner-Up | Western |
| ← 1938 1940 → | |
The competition was run on a regional basis, with regional associations each holding separate qualifying rounds.
Teams taking part in the final rounds are known to have included Ponsonby, Waterside (Wellington), Hamilton Wanderers, Western (Christchurch), and Mosgiel.
Read more about 1939 Chatham Cup: The 1939 Final
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