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Falkirk Release Statement Apologising After Away Fans Infiltrate Home End

Falkirk have issued a statement apologising to their own supporters after sections of the home end housed Rangers fans in yesterday’s 6-3 defeat at The Falkirk Stadium. The two sides meet again on the final day of the season, with Falkirk already committing to more robust procedures in a contest that could see Rangers crowned champions. The club say they received numerous complaints of sectarian singing from those in the away end, and that one steward required medical attention, just weeks after a steward was allegedly attacked amidst the pitch invasion at Ibrox vs Celtic. The statement reads: “Following yesterday’s match, many Falkirk fans have contacted us about away fans obtaining tickets for the home end and the behaviour of these fans, which included a steward requiring medical attention. “We have also received complaints about sectarian singing from a large proportion of away fans. “Football is passionate, but none of this is acceptable. We condemn all of the aforementioned incidents. “We therefore apologise to our fans for the deeply unpleasant experience they were subjected to. “Falkirk FC will work with Police Scotland, stewarding partners, our colleagues at other clubs, the SPFL and SFA, and endeavour to improve the experience for our fans. “The club already had a robust plan in place for the final game of the season, with enhanced measures in place given the potential significance of the fixture. “We are now considering further the implications of yesterday’s incidents for future matches against Rangers, including security and ticketing arrangements, and will inform our fans once a decision has been taken.”

April 13, 2026

Falkirk 3-6 Rangers: Rohl’s side keep pace with rivals after nine goal thriller

The game of the season was played at the Falkirk stadium as Rangers took the points in a ridiculous game that ended Falkirk 3-6 Rangers Falkirk came into this game a week out from a huge game at Hampden in the Scottish cup and had three wins, one draw and just the single loss. Rangers came into this one with the same record, albeit with a cup loss to Celtic on penalties. Rangers are unbeaten in the league since a December loss to Hearts at Tynecastle. Falkirk made just one change to the team that won 3-2 away at Motherwell as Leon McCann dropped to the bench and was replaced by club captain Coll Donaldson. Rangers made four changes to the team that won 4-2 at home to Dundee United, Dujon Sterling, John Souttar, Andreas Skov Olsen and injured Ryan Naderi were out and replaced by James Tavernier, Emmanuel Fernandez, Djedi Gassama and Youssef Chermiti. The first chance of the game ended up in a goal for Falkirk. Finn Yeats got the break of the ball and played it to Calvin Miller, who fired a cross that found Ben Broggio, who slotted for his fourth goal since his loan move from Aston Villa in January. Rangers got their first chance of the game as the ball was worked wide to Gassama, who hit a good shot across the goal, but it was saved by Falkirk goalkeeper Scott Bain. A smart free-kick move was executed by Thelo Aasgaard, and it dropped to Chermiti, who ballooned it way over the bar. Falkirk had another decent chance as a ball over the top reached Barney Stewart, and his shot on the spin went wide of Jack Butland’s goal. Falkirk scored their second as the ball broke to Finn Yeats after some poor decision-making by the Rangers’ defence with a fantastic curling shot into the corner of the goal. Rangers had another chance as Mikey Moore found some space on the left but his shot was weak and straight at Bain. Falkirk got another shot off, this time right back Keelan Adams cut inside and hit a powerful shot, but it was blocked by Fernandez. Rangers managed to get the ball into the net as Tochi Chukwuani fired the ball into the net. The goal was checked by VAR as the ball potentially went out as Nico Raskin tried to play the ball back in, but the goal stood, and it was game on again. A free kick went in by James Tavernier for Rangers, and Nasser Djiga headed over the bar as the halftime whistle was blown. Right at the start of the second half, Rangers would get their equaliser as Gassama does well to win the ball from Adams, and his ball is met by Chermiti, and his deft touch pulls Rangers back into the game. Falkirk got their first chance of the second half as Stewart lays the ball off to Yeats, and his shot is just over the bar. Remarkably, Rangers took the lead as Raskin hit a curling shot away from Bain and left the keeper with no chance, and Rangers turned the game on its head. Rangers had another chance from Chermiti after a good ball winning from Gassama, but he hit it straight at Bain as Falkirk looked a bit stunned. Rangers unbelievably got their fourth as Raskin crossed the ball, and substitute Bojan Miovski scored with his left thigh. Falkirk were then given a penalty as Yeats was pulled down by Tavernier, Jack Butland got a hand to the ball from Calvin Miller’s strike, but it found the net for Falkirk’s third of the game. Falkirk had a bit of a spring in their step with 20 minutes to go as Miller went for goal from just outside the box, but it went just wide of the post. Rangers then managed to restore their two-goal advantage as Miovski’s shot was blocked by Liam Henderson but it fell to Chermiti for his second of the day and Rangers’ fifth. As we got to the last five minutes, Rangers got their sixth, a good ball across the face of the goal by substitute Oliver Antman, and Miovski was in the right place to tap in for his second and make the score 3-6. The game mercilessly came to an end with nine goals as Rangers pick up a huge three points in their bid for the Scottish Premiership title. Next up for Falkirk is a derby cup semi-final at Hampden as they take on Dunfermline for a place in the final. Rangers are off for a warm-weather training camp in Spain before their post-split schedule starts at Ibrox against Motherwell Falkirk Scott Bain, Keelan Adams, Coll Donaldson, Liam Henderson, Filip Lissah, Brad Spencer, Dylan Tait (Henry Cartwright 81’), Calvin Miller (Ethan Ross 81’), Finn Yeats(Kyrell Wilson 71’), Ben Broggio (Ben Parkinson 70’), Barney Stewart. Rangers Jack Butland, James Tavernier, Emmanuel Fernandez, Nasser Djiga, Jayden Meghoma (Max Aarons 70’), Nicolas Raskin, Tochi Chukwuani (Mohammed Diomande 85’), Mikey Moore (Bojan Miovski 46’), Djedi Gassama (Oliver Antman 85’), Thelo Assgaard (Connor Barron 77’), Youssef Chermiti.

April 12, 2026

An impressive campaign for Falkirk can end up being a historical one

An incredible return to Scotland’s top flight for the Bairns as they are in the final four of the Scottish Cup, along with securing a spot in the top half split. John McGlynn has surpassed all expectations of him and his side from the start of the season. The newly promoted side has secured a top-half finish and is just two wins away from a Scottish Cup triumph. Stellar performances from the likes of Barney Stewart and Calvin Miller have been pivotal in Falkirk’s success so far this season. However, manager John McGlynn insists that their season is far from finished. “We’ve succeeded, but we’re not finished. We are professionals. We’ve got to go about our business in the right manner. We’ve got a semi-final a week tomorrow, we’re gearing up for that. We obviously are taking care of the game on Sunday against Rangers.” The Bairns’ final game pre-split is against a Rangers side in fine form; however, the Gers are yet to beat Falkirk this season, with the two teams sharing the points on two separate occasions. Falkirk post-split fixtures The Bairns can have a massive sway in the title chase between Hearts, Rangers and Celtic as they will face all three sides, with their final game being at home against Rangers. Celtic v Falkirk (25th April 5:30 pm) Falkirk v Motherwell (2nd May 3:00 pm) Falkirk v Hibernian (9th May 3:00 pm) Heart of Midlothian v Falkirk (13th May 8:00 pm) Falkirk v Rangers (16th May 12:30) But before Falkirk commence their post-split fixtures, they have a Scottish Cup semi-final date at Hampden, against Neil Lennon’s Championship side, Dunfermline Athletic, on Saturday, the 18th of April, 12:30 pm. A victory against the Pars will see Falkirk face off against either Celtic or Saint Mirren in the Scottish Cup final. Their last final appearance was back in 2015, in which they were runners-up to Inverness Caledonian Thistle. Can Falkirk continue their impressive season and finish it with Scottish cup glory? Regardless of what happens in the closing stages of the 2025/26 campaign. It has been a brilliant season for John McGlynn and his Falkirk side. Have Your Say What do you think? Let us know in the comments or on social media @SNNsports.

April 10, 2026

McGlynn lauds “incredible” bairns after soaring to top six finish

15 years after their last top-flight appearance, John McGlynn’s hungry Falkirk side opened their highly anticipated Premiership campaign against Dundee United in August. Fast forward 7 months, and with a historic top-six finish secured, McGlynn hailed the result as their “greatest achievement” yet in a trophy-laden tenure. Saturday’s impressive 3-2 win over Motherwell finally concluded Falkirk’s top-six status. McGlynn praised his fearless side at full-time. “As much as we’ve been invincible [in League 1] and we’ve won the Championship, I think this is probably the biggest achievement, the greatest achievement,” “We’ve come into the top league. We have not tried to just go in and defend and scrape for a point here and there. “We’ve been out to attack in every game, we’ve played attacking football, attractive attacking football, and we’ve come out in a top-six position, which is incredible. “It means everything, actually. The players have been so good the whole season, and they deserve to be there. Their performances have been so good, and I’m so proud of them.” Calvin Miller shone at Fir Park, setting up Barney Stewart’s earlier opener, and coolly slotting a penalty to round out the scoring. The winger exudes a confidence and swagger that could benefit Scotland in the World Cup later this year. McGlynn pointed out Miller’s performance and his delight at housing the tricky player. “His performance was different class. He’s at the top of his game, and I’m delighted to have him. He’s got another year on his contract after this one, and hopefully he’s strutting his stuff for us going forward.” Falkirk’s season could yet yield further success and history. With a Scottish Cup semi-final on the horizon, McGlynn’s side may add silverware to their brilliant year. “We’ve got so much to play for, but the guys are not going to be on the beach. They’re not going to be in holiday mode. “We’ve got a big part to play in the last five games of the season. Obviously, we’ve got Rangers next week, and we’ve got a semi-final of the Scottish Cup, which is huge for us. “When it comes to these last five games, we’ve got a bit of a say in where the title will go. That will keep us motivated right to the end.” Falkirk round out their pre-split fixtures against Rangers next Sunday, before facing Dunfermline at Hampden. In a season full of surprises, it is impossible to rule out a late European surge from the swaggering Bairns.

April 5, 2026

Falkirk Send Apology to Dundee United After Craig Sibbald Announcement

Falkirk sent fellow Premiership side Dundee United a apology after their announcement of the pre-contract signing of Craig Sibbald. The 30-year-old was draped in Falkirk colours on the club’s social media as he put pen to paper to mark a return to the side he began his career with. This caused anger amongst the United faithful, but an official statement on their official team website shows that all is now water under the bridge. The statement reads: “Dundee United are aware of an announcement made yesterday by Falkirk FC regarding a pre-contract agreement with one of our players, which included imagery not appropriate to the circumstances. “We have since received a formal apology from Falkirk, which we have accepted. While we are disappointed with how the situation was handled, we now consider the matter closed.” Sibbald left Falkirk in 2018 to join Livingston after spending the first seven years of his career at The Falkirk Stadium, going on to spend a further four years in West Lothian before heading to Tannadice in 2022. United will not face Falkirk again this season as their only way of breaking into the top six is by replacing John McGlynn’s men in sixth place, saving Sibbald any more future awkward moments. Falkirk still have an outside chance of finishing in a European spot in their first campaign back in the Premiership since 2010, and face rivals Dunfermline Athletic at Hampden for a place in the Scottish Cup Final in a months time.

March 17, 2026

Match Report: Hearts 1-0 Falkirk

The Bairns traveled through to Edinburgh this afternoon to face Heart of Midlothian in round 28 of the Scottish Premiership. Falkirk got off to a quick start a left footed shot from Brad Spencer after 3 minutes was just wide of the post. Kyrell Wilson was next to test the Jambos with a shot outside of the box but it was comfortably saved by Schwolow Hearts had a chance with Alexandros Kyziridis as he cuts inside but the shot is deflected and then saved by Scott Bain. Blair Spittal had an opportunity from a free kick however it was blocked. The scoring was opened in the 45th minute a good ball through from Kyziridis finds Islam Chesnokov and a left footed shot finds the back of the net to make it 1-0 for the Jambos. Into the second half Hearts had a good opportunity through Claudio Braga and the shot just trickled wide of the right post. Falkirk were not giving up their fight either, a cross into the box from the left is sent out by Craig Halkett at full stretch. A moment of concern for the Jambos as he looks to be injured but after some minor treatment he was back up and going again. The corner was taken and a very close range shot for John McGlynn’s side a bit of a scuffle in the box and Schwolow has to tip the ball over the bar. The final opportunity of the afternoon came from the home side a free kick outside the box and Kyziridis steps up a strong shot and Scott Bain makes another important save. Another 3 point for the Jam Tarts and they are now 5 point clear at the top of the league. Celtic and Rangers play tomorrow and have an opportunity to hunt them down . Hearts- Schwolow (8), Halkett (8), Braga (7), Steinwender (7), Milne (8), Findlay (7), Magnusson (7), Spittal (7), Leonard (8), Kyziridis (7), Chesnokov (9). Substitutions- Kabore (5), Altenta (5), McCart (5) Falkirk- Bain (6), Adams (6), McCann (6), Donaldson (5), Spencer (5), Broggio (6), Stewart (5), Tait (6), Wilson (7), Lissah, (6), Miller (6) Substitutions- Marsh (5), Cartwright (6), Allan (5), Ross (5), Williams (6)

February 21, 2026

McInnes Warns of “Difficult Game” as Hearts Aim to Stay Top Against Falkirk

Derek McInnes caught up with the media ahead of Hearts’ game against Falkirk on Saturday. He said “They’re [Falkirk] a good side. We’ve had two big league wins against them this season but we’ve had to do so well in both of them.” “I thought our home game against them earlier in the season was as good as we’ve played. I thought we were very good.” “The away game, with the conditions, it was difficult and obviously they have managed to beat us on penalties in the cup recently.” “So we are well aware, I think they’ve been brilliant value. I thought they would have been, I said that before the first game and nothing has changed my mind.” “I think they have got good energy, good speed in how they play, and well managed, so it’s a difficult game for us.” “But as I say, to get to where we want to get to and for us to stay top of the league, we are going to have to play well and hopefully Saturday’s another demonstration of that.” Both sides will head into this weekend’s game off the back of defeats. Hearts lost away to Rangers in a 4-2 thriller, and Falkirk dropped points to Dundee United at home in only their 4th home defeat this season.

February 20, 2026

Falkirk 2-3 Dundee Utd: Visitors battle to crucial three points after late winner

Falkirk 2-3 Dundee Utd Broggio (17′) Lissah (53′) Graham (25′) Sibbald (55′) Eskesen (83′) Dundee United came from behind twice to edge a five-goal thriller at the Falkirk Stadium, sneaking closer to a top six berth. Falkirk, fresh from their narrow home victory over Dundee, dominated possession in the first 10 minutes. But it was the visitors who created the earliest chances. Ross Graham headed over the game’s first effort, after Scott Bain tipped over the Scotsman’s back-post header from a whipped Kristijan Trapanovski free kick. Craig Sibbald flashed wide from the edge of the box from the resultant corner Avoiding defeat felt paramount for Jim Goodwin’s men, who have drifted from the top six pack. Liam Henderson cleared Ryan Strain’s dangerous low cross in the 15th minute as they continued to build into the game. Falkirk burst into life after 17 minutes. Ben Broggio’s first-time strike found the bottom left corner from the edge of the box after neat interplay. The Aston Villa loanee had enjoyed a positive start to his Scottish spell, registering his second goal in two starts for the Bairns. Just when the hosts looked set to seize control, United responded. Bain’s attempted punch fell kindly into the path of Graham, who had the simple task of rolling into an empty net in the 25th minute. The goalie would have been frustrated with his efforts, a gift for the visitors. Neilson’s header cannoned off the crossbar from behind after Miller’s inswinging free-kick shortly after, but as the halftime whistle blew, Goodwin would have been the happier manager. The hosts started positively in the second half and deservedly retook the lead. Leon McCann’s wicked left-footed cross to the back post was volleyed home by Filip Lissah in the 53rd minute. However, United would hit back instantly. Former Bairn Craig Sibbald stroked home a composed left-footed strike from the edge of the box to claw Goodwin’s men level. The sides’ previous encounter at the Falkirk Stadium served up a cracker, and today’s meeting delivered in a similar, frantic fashion. Lissah has become a standout for McGlynn’s side, and the Swansea loanee was a constant threat for the hosts. He marauded down the Falkirk right after dispossessing Zac Sapsford. A powerful strike from the edge of the box was brilliantly tipped over by Ashley Maynard-Brewer. Ryan Lee reduced Falkirk to ten men after Henderson hauled Max Watters to the floor. After consulting the VAR monitor, the defender’s yellow was upgraded to red, with Henderson the last man. Despite the disadvantage, the match remained even. Graham blazed over from close range after a Will Ferry corner in the 76th minute as United searched for the crucial third. United took the lead for the first time to break Falkirk hearts. Ferry flicked on Ryan Strain’s right-sided cross, which dropped kindly into the path of substitute Julius Eskesen. The Dane took one touch and smashed a right-footed strike across Bain, sending the away allocation behind the goal into frenzy. Falkirk battled till the final whistle to no avail as Goodwin’s men secured a priceless three points. They edge closer to the top six, ahead of a congested fixture schedule in the league, and Scottish Cup. Falkirk: Bain 4 Lissah 8 Neilson 6 Henderson 6 McCann 7 Spencer 6 Broggio 7 Tait 6 Miller 6 Marsh 7 Stewart 7 Substitutes: Wilson 6 Cartwright 6 Donaldson 6 Graham 3 Ross 3 Dundee United: Maynard-Brewer 6 Farrugia 6 Graham 7 Keresztes 7 Strain 6 Stephenson 5 Sibbald 6 Iovu 7 Sapsford 6 Trapanovski 7 Ferry 6 Substitutes: Watters 6 Sevelj 5 Eskesen 4 Dolcek 4

February 14, 2026

Stenhousemuir 0-2 Falkirk (AET) – Two extra-time goals send Falkirk through into the last eight

Stenhousemuir welcome Falkirk in a local derby as both sides eye up a quarter-final spot in the Scottish Cup. Stenhousemuir knocked Championship Greenock Morton out after a convincing 4-0 victory to make it into this round whereas for the Bairns, they defeated high flying Hearts on penalties following a 1-1 draw at Tynecastle in the fourth round. An early corner for the visitors as Calvin Miller whips a ball in but Jamieson tips the ball away from any danger as the first chance is delt with well. Miller had a good chance after 12 minutes, a run towards the box where he fired a shot from distance which was just too high as Falkirk were unable to get ahead. Spencer with a ball over the defence into 19-year-old Broggio but it was by far an easy strike as his volley goes well over. A quiet but dominant first 20 by the Bairns with the Premiership side having a couple chances but failing to test Jamieson. For Stenny they have struggled to get the ball into the final third but other than that, haven’t started badly at all. Darren Jamieson to the rescue as first of all, a deflected strike right at the keeper well parried away which fell to Calvin Miller who took on a strike from inside the box which was brilliantly stopped once again in a quick fire double stop. Marsh soon after had a ball into the box which was met by Miller in which was a difficult chance and was smashed well into the stands. Stenny had their first chance as O’Reilly from distance decided to take one on but was just too wide of target as it went out for a goal-kick. Broggio had a cross into the box which found Marsh in the centre of the box which was struck goal bound but ended up being quite a simple stop for the Stenhousemuir number one. Stenny captain Buchanan was put into the book after 36 minutes as the defender looking to clear the ball as he did but dragged Marsh down with force in the afters which was very unneeded. Into the second half, Marsh had a ball into the back of the net but the flag was up and the goal was disallowed. 15 minutes into the second 45, Marsh again had a chance from distance but blazes over the bar. A Spencer strike from the edge of the box edges just past of goal which was the best chance of the second half as Falkirk come very close to firing ahead. Spencer had a major chance moments later, a free-kick from just outside the box but powerfully punched away by Jamieson. Ethan Ross had a chance of his own as the ball falls at his feet and cuts inside but his strike smashes wide of goal as Stenhousemuir continue to frustrate Falkirk. Calvin Miller with a ball into the box found Barney Stewart who headed it towards goal but tipped over calmly by the Stenny number one. Extra-time was required as Falkirk were unable to break down the Stenhousemuir defence throughout the game as the League One side force the Bairns’ into an additional half-hour. Into the additional period, the Falkirk pressure continued but just really struggled to test Jamieson in goal enough despite the dominance but the League One doing everything they can to defend their box. Adams was found in a tonne of space on the flank which was crossed into Wilson who passed it into Spencer who fired the shot wide in an effort he really has to be doing better in. Falkirk fired ahead just before half-time in extra-time as the ball landed to Spencer who took a couple touches and then smashed a nice clean strike which powerfully fired past Jamieson as the Premiership side finally find themselves ahead. Early into the second half in extra-time, Falkirk sealed up the win as a free-kick in from the goal scorer Spencer which found the head of Stewart who headed it into the net to seal a spot in the next round. The full-time whistle goes as two extra-time goals seal Falkirk’s place in the quarter-finals despite a strong showing by Stenhousemuir but no cup upset this evening at Ochilview Park. Stenhousemuir: D. Jamieson (6), Meechan (7), Graham (6), Buchanan (7), N. Jamieson (8), Bilham (6), McGill (6), O’Reilly (6), Whyte (6), Carrick (6), Aitken (6). Substitutes: Grant (6), Cameron (6), Ewan (5), Gray (6), Simpson (6). Falkirk: Bain (6), McCann (7), Adams (7), Neilson (6), Donaldson (6), Miller (7), Marsh (7), Tait (7), Spencer (9), Broggio (7), Graham (6). Substitutes: Stewart (8), Ross (8), Wilson (7), Nesbitt (6), Lissah (6), Allan (6).

February 8, 2026

Falkirk 4-1 Hibernian: Falkirk dismantle Hibs with ease as Barney Stewart nets hat-trick

Falkirk ran out convincing 4-1 winners over Hibernian at the Falkirk stadium on Saturday afternoon courtesy of a hat-trick from Barney Stewart and an own goal from Grant Hanley. John McGlynn’s side are now only two points behind fifth-place Hibs as their impressive return to the Scottish Premiership continues. Despite the visitors doing well to control the first 15 minutes, it was Falkirk who took the lead in the 17th minute as Calvin Miller raced to the byline before playing an inviting low ball across the face off the Hibs goalmouth that was met by Falkirk striker Barney Stewart who was there to side-foot the ball into the net. Following a lengthy VAR check for a potential offside, Barney’s opening goal was awarded. Hibs’ best chance of the game so far came after the half hour mark when Scotland International Grant Hanley came close to equalising from a free kick, Falkirk Goalkeeper Scott Bain done exceptionally well to tip it over the bar and ensure his side remanded ahead. Falkirk were unfortunate not to have doubled their lead as they had two opportunities within a few minutes; Kyrell Wilson struck from inside the area as his shot sailed inches wide of the Hibs goal. Raphael Sallinger then got down well to push away Calvin Miller’s fierce effort from close range. Barney Stewart netted his second of the afternoon and gave Falkirk a comfortable two goal cushion on the 43rd minute. The build-up play was almost identical to the first goal with Calvin Miller skipping past the Hibs defence with ease before delivering a low cross for Barney Stewart who was once again on hand to finish beyond Sallinger in the Hibs net. The Bairns headed into the interval 2-0 up after an impressive first half showing. Hibs made an attacking change at the break with Elie Youan coming on in place of Centre-back Jack Iredale as David Gray’s side changed shape to a 4-3-3. On the hour mark, Hibs found a way back into the game as Rocky Bushiri rose highest to head the ball home from Jordan Obita’s corner kick delivery to give his side a lifeline. With twenty minutes remaining, Falkirk were awarded a free-kick in a dangerous area as Calvin Miller stepped up to take it 20 yards from goal, Raphael Sallinger was on hand to get a hand to it and tip it over the crossbar for a corner which Falkirk failed to threaten from. Hibs substitute Rudi Molotnikov was involved in play instantly as the Youngster picked the ball up in a good position high up the park before he cut inside forcing Scott Bain to save well. Both sides had struggled to create any real quality going forward for large spells throughout the second half resulting in a quieter affair. Despite that, Falkirk all but secured the three points in the 83rd minute when Barney Stewart netted his first ever hat-trick for the club as any hope of a comeback from the visitors now looked near impossible. The Bairns made certain of victory as the game approached additional time, Louie Marsh fired the ball across goal as the ball deflected off Grant Hanley’s right foot as he was unable to prevent the own goal to cap off what had been a disastrous afternoon for the Hibees.

January 24, 2026

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