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Falkirk Boss Weighs Up Goalkeeper Options Ahead of League Opener

Falkirk claimed a 3–1 victory over Queen’s Park in the Premier Sports Cup on Tuesday night. A double from Ethan Ross and a late Brian Graham strike cancelled out Josh Fowler’s opener. But despite the result, much of the post-match focus turned to the battle for the No.1 shirt. Manager John McGlynn reflected critically on the goal his side conceded, suggesting that Nicky Hogarth, back in the starting XI, could have done more. “They get a free kick, their first time up the park, and we don’t defend it,” McGlynn said. “Nicky maybe should do better, and Keelan [Adams] doesn’t follow in. There are factors to us losing the goal.” Hogarth, who had been tipped for a Scotland call-up during the national team’s recent injury crisis between the posts, has been rotated with former Celtic keeper Scott Bain throughout pre-season and the early stages of the cup. McGlynn confirmed that Bain would return for this weekend’s tie against The Spartans but stopped short of naming a first-choice goalkeeper ahead of the new league campaign. “Scott is going to go back in goals on Saturday,” he said. “We’ve alternated pretty much every game, cups and friendlies. There’s been just a minute separating them overall. “Nicky played the first game against Brechin, Scotty played against Cove, then Nicky played tonight. To be honest, they’ve not had an awful lot to do, so I haven’t learned much. “But Scotty needed minutes. He hadn’t played a lot at Celtic, and I think the games have been valuable for him. “Both are very good with their feet, their distribution is excellent, which is something we value in a goalkeeper. “Nicky’s developing well, and for a goalie he’s still young, but he’s gaining experience fast. “It’s a decision we’ll have to make. Scotty will play again on Saturday, but for Dundee United, I couldn’t tell you just yet.” With both keepers pushing for the gloves and McGlynn still undecided, the final Premier Sports Cup group match could prove decisive in settling Falkirk’s goalkeeping hierarchy before the league campaign kicks off. The club boast one of the strongest goalkeeping divisions in the Premiership, with former Partick Thistle number one Jamie Sneddon also an option going forward.

July 23, 2025

Brian Graham Seals Comeback Win as Bairns Edge Past Queen’s Park

Back-to-back promotion winners Falkirk continued their preparations for their return to Scottish football’s topflight this evening by hosting Queen’s Park in the Premier Sports Cup. Both sides were in the Championship last season, but with very different fortunes, the Bairns securing the second of two successive promotions, while Queen’s fell into freefall following their famous victory over Rangers at Ibrox. The Spiders won just once in 13 Championship games after that shock win against their Glasgow rivals. Falkirk began their Premier Sports Cup campaign with a big win over Brechin City but followed it up with a disappointing draw away to Cove Rangers, though they did secure the bonus point on penalties against the Aberdeenshire side. Queen’s, on the other hand, had played two group fixtures already, losing away to The Spartans before comfortably defeating Highland League side Brechin in their second outing. Both teams still had everything to play for heading into kick-off. The hosts got us underway, wearing their change kit and shooting towards the Kevin McAllister Stand. Falkirk dominated the early stages without creating anything clear-cut, and they were punished as the visitors took the lead, Josh Fowler tapping home at the back post after a fine initial save from Nicky Hogarth, who had denied Charlie Fox’s diving header. The goal seemed to rattle the Bairns, and Queen’s almost doubled their advantage soon after. Fowler won the ball with some tenacious pressing on the byline, but the angle was too tight, and Hogarth managed to block. Falkirk drew level right before the break after a lung-bursting counterattack from Ethan Ross. He laid the ball off to Calvin Miller, whose shot was blocked, but Ross was on hand to poke the ball past Callum Ferrie and restore parity. After the interval, the Bairns completed the turnaround. A back-post cross from the left found Ross MacIver, and the target man cushioned his header back across goal, where Ross was waiting to double his tally. Sebastian Drozd, the Spiders’ Ibrox hero, had a huge chance to level the match, finding himself clean through inside the Falkirk penalty area, but the former Millwall man lost his composure and could only find the side netting. Both sides had late chances, with Brian Graham, on as a substitute, notably missing two great opportunities. However, the former Partick Thistle player-manager atoned for his earlier wastefulness by tapping home a deflected Scott Arfield effort at the back post to secure the points for the Bairns. Graham’s finish put the back-to-back title winners back on track for progression to the knockout stages of the Premier Sports Cup. Queen’s Park now travel north to Cove knowing anything less than a win will end their cup hopes while Falkirk can now breathe a little easier after their Cove Rangers draw as they host The Spartans in their final game where a win will be enough to see them top the table. Attendance: 2,387

July 23, 2025

Two football players, Brad Spencer and Ross, stand at the centre circle on a bright artificial pitch, preparing for kickoff during a sunny match.

Brad Spencer Extends Falkirk Stay After Back-to-Back Title Wins

Falkirk have secured a major boost ahead of the new season with influential midfielder Brad Spencer committing his future to the club until 2028. The 29-year-old, who has become a central figure under manager John McGlynn, signed a new three-year contract extension on Thursday morning, with the deal including an option for a further year. Brad is the son of former Rangers, Chelsea and Scotland striker John Spencer. He started his career as a youth player in the United States at Portland Timbers, where his father was head coach before moving to Houston Dynamo, another of his father’s former clubs. He then started his professional career back in Scotland with Kilmarnock but did not make any appearances before spells at Dumbarton, Forfar Athletic and Raith Rovers, where he won League One in 2020 and the Challenge Cup in 2022. Spencer arrived at the Falkirk Stadium in June 2023 and has played a pivotal role in the club’s recent resurgence, helping guide the Bairns to back-to-back league titles. He famously scored a penalty against Alloa Athletic that sealed Falkirk’s unbeaten League One campaign in 2023/24 and went on to captain the side for much of their William Hill Championship-winning season last term. His standout performances in midfield were recognised across the division, earning him the PFA Championship Player of the Year award for 2024/25. Delighted with the news, manager John McGlynn hailed Spencer’s influence on and off the pitch. Speaking to Falkirk’s club site he said: “It’s great news for every Falkirk fan that Brad has extended his contract. It shows his commitment to the football club. “Brad’s been outstanding from the moment he walked in the door. He’s taken on a lot more responsibility since Coll Donaldson has been out injured and has stepped up. “He played every minute of every game last season, but you can see the difference when he isn’t there. “He’s a key member of the squad and we’re absolutely delighted that he’s committed to the club.” Falkirk will return to the topflight for the first time in over a decade this season, and tying down their midfield linchpin sends a strong signal of intent. With Spencer tied up the Bairns have a strong midfield with other options such as Scott Arfield, Calvin Miller and Ethan Ross to choose from as they look to re-establish themselves as a Premiership club this term.

July 18, 2025

Falkirk Flex Their Muscles in Opening Rout Over Brechin

Falkirk kicked off their season with a return to competitive action in the Premier Sports Cup group stage, beating Highland League side Brechin City 7-0 away from home. Dylan Tait began his campaign with a hat-trick, while talisman Scott Arfield netted a brace. Alfredo Agyeman and Ross MacIver also got on the scoresheet in a ruthless performance. The two clubs have experienced vastly different fortunes in recent years. Both were in the Championship during the 2017/18 season, when Brechin endured a disastrous campaign, failing to win a single match before being relegated. Falkirk would follow them down to League One the following year, while Brechin’s decline continued with successive relegations that eventually saw them drop out of the SPFL entirely. Fast forward six years, and the contrast couldn’t be starker. Falkirk is back in the top flight, while Brechin remains stuck in the fifth tier’s northern section. A fixture that was a second-tier clash in 2018 now features a four-division gulf, and the Bairns made that difference count in emphatic fashion at Glebe Park. A dominating performance in the sunshine was the ideal way to kick off the season. While William Hill Premiership rivals Motherwell and Dundee failed to defeat lower league opponents, the league’s newest addition showed their class early on and calmed any nerves over new-season jitters. While the gulf in quality was expected, Falkirk’s relentless display hinted at something deeper: a winning mentality that could set them apart from several of their Premiership rivals this season. Manager John McGlynn has retained the core of the squad that delivered back-to-back League One and Championship titles. His only permanent signings so far are experienced striker Brian Graham from Partick Thistle and goalkeeper Scott Bain from Celtic, with loan additions Lewis Neilson (Hearts) and Henry Cartwright (Leicester City) adding depth. It’s early days, but Falkirk’s strength in depth and ingrained belief raise a tantalising question: might they do more than simply survive in the Premiership? Could the league’s newcomers even push for a top-half finish in their first season back? The Bairns possess a potent blend of youth and experience, balance across the pitch, and, crucially, the mentality of winners. That mindset, forged over two title-winning campaigns where they had to deliver almost every week, is hard-earned and not easily undone. Underestimating Falkirk would be a mistake. If other teams do, they might find themselves playing catch-up, and by then, the new boys could already be out of sight of their expected relegation rivals.

July 13, 2025

Falkirk FC Goalkeeper Preview – Bain and Hogarth Compete for Starting Spot

Falkirk have had a busy pre-season schedule, three matches to win the Stirlingshire Cup kicked off their preparations before a defeat to Edinburgh City and a duo of 4-2 victories over East Fife and Raith Rovers. They still have one more warm-up bout remaining against St Johnstone, with whom they swapped leagues with last year, before heading into competitive Premier Sports Cup on July 12. Key Signings Strengthen the Squad The Bairns have secured the signing of former Partick Thistle captain and joint-caretaker manager Brian Graham, as well as the loan signing of Lewis Neilson from William Hill Premiership rivals Hearts as John McGlynn keeps the faith with his back-to-back title winning team. The only other addition to the first team squad has been that of goalkeeper Scott Bain from Celtic, a rather unusual addition to the squad as McGlynn’s side possess a very good goalkeeper in former Rangers and Nottingham Forest youth Nicky Hogarth. Preseason Goalkeeper Rotation and Competition During preseason McGlynn has opted to rotate his keepers with Bain and Hogarth each playing in three matches and does not yet appear to have settled on a number one for their return to the top flight of Scottish football. While Hogarth retains the jersey, Bain arrives with a wealth of experience, having picked up 14 honours during his spell as a backup with the Hoops and three Scotland caps, while his goalkeeping rival Hogarth has played over 80 matches these past two seasons helping the Bairns rise from William Hill League 1 to the Premiership. Comparing the Keepers: Bain vs Hogarth Bain brings a calm, authoritative presence to the Falkirk goal, known for his strong command of the penalty area and shot-stopping abilities honed at the highest level of Scottish football. His experience in big-game situations and ability to organize defenders makes him a valuable asset, particularly in tight, high-pressure matches as well as his experience working with some of the nations best defenders. In contrast, Hogarth offers a more agile and reactive style, relying on quick reflexes and sharp decision-making. His ability to distribute the ball effectively with both hands and feet allows Falkirk to launch swift counterattacks, an increasingly important trait in modern football. Hogarth also has more long term benefits as a good season for the side in the top flight could see some big offers arrive for the stopper. What Lies Ahead for Falkirk Between the Sticks? The contrast between Bain’s measured composure and Hogarth’s athleticism gives McGlynn a tactical choice depending on the opposition and match situation. Bain’s veteran experience could prove crucial in cup competitions or matches requiring defensive solidity, while Hogarth’s youth and agility suit the fast-paced demands of league play, especially as Falkirk adapt to the Premiership’s rigours. As the Bairns prepare for their final warm-up against St Johnstone, McGlynn’s decision over the number one goalkeeper remains to be seen. However, with two highly capable custodians in Bain and Hogarth, Falkirk can face the upcoming season with confidence in their last line of defence. In case of emergency Falkirk also have Jamie Sneddon as a reliable third option with over a century of appearances for Partick Thistle, giving the divisions new boys one of the strongest goalkeeping departments in the league.

July 8, 2025

Players from Falkirk and Raith Rovers gather near the goal box line during a break in a pre-season friendly at the Falkirk Community Stadium.

Bairns Battle Raith in Six-Goal Thriller

Newly promoted Falkirk produced an impressive goalscoring display to overcome Raith Rovers in a feisty six-goal friendly. The Stirlingshire side defeated the Kirkcaldy visitors 4-2 at the Falkirk Community Stadium to continue their pre-season preparations for their first Premiership season in fifteen years. Yet, the visitors struck first through Lewis Vaughn, who stretched out a boot to poke the ball beyond Scott Bain. The Rovers were physically imposing throughout the match, and the match’s physical tone was set early on when Paul McMullan clattered into Liam Henderson, leaving the Falkirk defender needing treatment. Despite the bruising challenges, John McGlynn’s side stuck to their attractive, play-from-the-back approach that served them well in their title-winning Scottish Championship campaign. However, Raith’s aggressive pressing caused new goalkeeper Bain several nervy moments—none more so than when a wayward pass deflected back to him, forcing a mazy dribble inside his box to escape pressure, much to the crowd’s delight. However, the loudest cheer of the half came when Bain decided to go long. Tempers flared just before the break when Brad Spencer and Dylan Easton squared up, with Spencer entering the referee’s book. Falkirk levelled the score minutes before halftime. Ethan Ross capitalised on poor defending, muscling past a Raith player before slotting calmly past Raith keeper Joshua Rae, who was caught in no man’s land. Falkirk turned the game on its head early in the second half. New signing Brian Graham latched onto a precise Dylan Tait through ball and confidently found the bottom corner to put the Bairns ahead. Raith hit back ten minutes later. Calvin Miller fouled Dylan Easton just outside the box, and Easton’s pinpoint delivery from the free kick was met by Jordan Doherty, whose header easily went past a wayward Bain. Falkirk weren’t to be denied, though. Captain Brad Spencer restored the lead with a lovely curling effort from inside the area. Minutes later, substitutes Alfredo Agyeman and Ross MacIver combined brilliantly—Agyeman’s driving run and low cross found MacIver unmarked to tap in Falkirk’s fourth and seal the result. There was even time for an unusual moment of refereeing intervention. With Rae holding onto the ball too long, referee Ross Hardie awarded Falkirk a corner—a rare decision that drew bemused laughs from the crowd. Could this signal stricter timekeeping enforcement in the season ahead? Falkirk now turn their attention to a trip to Premiership side St Johnstone on Tuesday, while Raith begin their competitive season with a League Cup group stage tie away to Elgin City next weekend. Managers: John McGlynn: “I thought the overall performance was very, very good actually. I thought everyone had played their part. I think it was a really, really good team performance. Four different goalscorers. We look a threat, going forward, we look a threat. We look like we’re going to score goals. The downside is that we out of not an awful lot, we know we conceded two goals so that would be the thing that we’re still looking at to get better at. But having said that, I still thought there were some really good defensive performances. I thought Connor Allan, in particular, was really good.” Barry Robson: “I thought it was a lot of good stuff in it from both sides. There was also a lot of stuff, and we looked a bit tired. I think when you see the last 20 to 30 minutes. I knew today in the game that we would be tired coming to the end with all the miles we’ve put in our legs. It’s our third game in about seven days. I knew that would come, and you’ve seen that. The most pleasing factor is we’ve come through injury-free and that was another big thing because we’ve also got a few niggles at the moment. But yeah, tactically, we were good at times.” Starting XIs: Falkirk: S. Bain, K. Adams, L. Henderson, B. Graham, B. Spencer, A. Nesbitt, C. Allan, D. Tait, E. Ross, S. Mackie, C. Miller. Substitutes: N. Hogarth, O. Hayward, L. McCann, T. Lang, R. MacIver, A. Agyeman, G. Oliver, F. McCafferty, C. McCrone Raith Rovers: J. Rae, J.T. Rowe, P. Hanlon, C. Fordyce, R. Matthews, L. Vaughan, J. Mullin, P. McMullan, S. Brown, J. Doherty, D. Easton. Substitutes: A. Glavin, R. Li Hua Chin, J. Hamilton, Trialist, S. Byrne, K. Montagu, C. Hannah, Trialist. Referee: Ross Hardie | Assistants: David Roome, Dougie Potter Attendance: 1,204

July 5, 2025

Graphic comparing Dundee and Dundee United's opening six fixtures for the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership season. Dundee are shown to have the toughest start, while Dundee United have the easiest, based on opponents' average league position last season. Club crests and fixture opponents are included.

Dundee Face Toughest Start as Fixture Difficulty Ranked Across SPFL Clubs

An analysis of the 2025/26 Premiership openers reveals contrasting fortunes for the Dundee clubs — and how each team’s early schedule could shape their season. With the fixtures published last Friday, Dundee face the most challenging opening six games of the 2025/26 Premiership season, based on the average league position of their first six opponents from last season (5.33). In contrast, city rivals Dundee United have the easiest run (7.83), offering a smoother start to top-flight football. Dundee couldn’t have been handed a more challenging test as they look to improve on last season’s 10th-place finish under new manager Steven Pressley, who succeeded Tony Docherty in the summer. Their daunting schedule begins with Hibernian at Dens Park, followed by a trip to Ibrox to face Rangers. A fiery Dundee derby arrives early, also at home, and is sandwiched between a visit to Kilmarnock and a clash with Motherwell. They round off the run with an away trip to St Mirren — a real test for Pressley’s new era. On the flip side, the Tangerines kick off with a trip to fellow newly promoted side Falkirk, followed by a home double header against Hearts and Aberdeen. That leads into the eagerly anticipated derby at Dens Park, before an away day at Easter Road to face Hibs and a home tie against Kilmarnock to round out their first six fixtures. With Dundee facing the toughest start and Dundee United the easiest, our statisticians analysed all 12 SPFL clubs based on the average league position of their first six opponents from last season. Unlike a recent BBC Sport article using Opta’s Power Rankings, this approach is more straightforward — but the takeaway is the same: some clubs face far tougher openings. It’s worth noting this method does not account for home or away advantage, which can also shape early-season momentum. Aberdeen share the same opening fixture difficulty rating (7.83) as Jim Goodwin’s Dundee United. Despite a testing Matchday 2 meeting with Celtic at Pittodrie, they will likely back themselves for a strong start. At the other end of the scale, St Mirren and Livingston (6.17) aren’t far behind Dundee regarding fixture difficulty. Livingston, promoted via the play-offs against Ross County and St Mirren, faces challenging opening blocks, with Celtic and Rangers among their first six opponents. As for the Glasgow giants, Celtic face a trickier start (6.5) than Rangers (7.67). In Edinburgh, Hibs hope to build on last season’s momentum with a relatively favourable opening run (7.17), while city rivals Hearts have a slightly easier stretch (7.68). Falkirk and Motherwell sit mid-table in terms of difficulty (6.5), with Kilmarnock not far behind on 6.67 — potentially benefiting from a softer start on paper. As the 2025/26 Premiership kicks off on the weekend of 2nd August, it’s contrasting emotions on either side of Tannadice Street — with Dundee bracing for impact, and United looking to hit the ground running. Across the league, early momentum could be crucial in shaping the season ahead.

June 26, 2025

Lessons from the Past: What Falkirk Must Learn to Survive the Premiership

Falkirk are back in the Scottish Premiership for the first time in 15 years following their title winning Championship season last time out, completing back-to-back promotions from the third tier to the first, but are they ready for their return to the top table? Back-to-back promotions in football are rare, and Falkirk’s rise is a remarkable achievement, but they can present serious structural and sporting challenges, often teams have an imbalanced squad with players reliable at different levels littered throughout the team; many out of their depth due to the team having no time to gel at a level. Two rapid promotions don’t allow a club to gradually evolve its playing style or recruitment strategy. Instead, you’re constantly in firefighting mode, plugging gaps rather than building for sustainability. Take Ipswich Town in last season’s English Premier League for example, they won promotion to the topflight a year after promotion into the Championship but were immediately relegated with a whimper. The Tractor Boys had players ready for the league like Liam Delap and Sammie Szmodics, but regularly still featured players from their League One days such as Cameron Burgess and Sam Morsy. Falkirk cannot afford to be as sentimental with their squad planning if they hope to survive. January recruit Scott Arfield and summer arrival Scott Bain are good starts, solid Premiership players with plenty of top-level games under their belts, both with league winners medals but will the likes of Calvin Miller and Sean Mackie be able to step up, having previously dropped from that level to League One previously? They excelled in the last step up, but this is a different level altogether. An issue in England are that players suited to the direct, physical style of lower leagues may struggle in a more technical, faster-paced Premier League, but fortunately for Falkirk the gap is not as wide technically North of the border. Within Scottish football there have been two modern examples of teams entering the Premiership after two successive title wins, to opposite levels of success; Gretna in 2007 and Livingston in 2018. Gretna’s meteoric rise through the leagues remains one of the most surreal chapters in modern Scottish football. Bankrolled by Brooks Mileson, they surged from the Third Division to the Premiership in just three years. But their fairytale was built on sand. Ill-prepared both financially and structurally for the topflight, they were relegated after winning just five matches and collapsed entirely shortly after. A warning from history, if ever there was one. However, the Bairns possess things that Gretna did not, a loyal, sustainable fanbase, and they live within their means, no sugar daddy philanthropist owner who could disappear at any moment. Livingston, by contrast, provide a more encouraging blueprint. Their back-to-back promotions under David Hopkin culminated in an immediate impact in the Premiership under his successor and still incumbent gaffer David Martindale. Pragmatic, aggressive, and tactically coherent, they didn’t try to play like a top-six side, they played to survive, and eventually, for a period, became one of the toughest teams to beat during their last stint in the league. Smart recruitment and a strong home record on their unique artificial surface were key pillars. In short, they adapted rather than aspired to outplay the opposition. Falkirk will need to follow Livingston’s lead more than Gretna’s dream. Manager John McGlynn, an experienced hand at Championship level, faces his biggest challenge yet. His teams tend to favour possession and control, but he may need to adjust tactically to grind out results against vastly superior opposition. Stylistic stubbornness, especially early on, could prove fatal, something new Rangers boss Russell Martin discovered during his time in the English Premiership with Southampton last season. Another critical factor will be squad depth. Injuries are inevitable, and a team light on Premiership-quality options beyond the starting XI will be punished. The spine looks promising, options of Nicky Hogarth and Bain in goal, Arfield in midfield, and Brad Spencer continuing to blossom, but outside of that, there are still major question marks. Is Gary Oliver ready to lead the line against Premiership centre-halves? Can Ross MacIver control games at this level, or will he be overrun? Falkirk’s support will travel in numbers and with noise, there’s no question this is a club with top-flight infrastructure and fanbase, but sentiment doesn’t keep you up. Realism, ruthlessness, and rapid adaptation do. If they can avoid early heartache and find a system that maximises their strengths without exposing their flaws, there’s a chance. But survival won’t be romantic. It’ll be gritty, ugly, and week-to-week, something Livingston and Martindale, who join them in the top flight after they play off victory over Ross County have experienced before. Falkirk are back. But the real battle starts now.

June 16, 2025

The Bairns come from behind to earn back-to-back promotions!

Falkirk FC are premiership bound after defeating Hamilton Accies 3-1 in the last game of the season. John McGlynn and his men did it the hard way after a poor run of form allowed a red-hot Livingston side back into title discussions. The stage was set for an absolute cracker as both sides sat on the same points heading into this game. Goals from Calvin Miller and an Ethan Ross double were enough to send the Bairns into the Premiership for the first time in 15 years. The first half kicked off and there were certainly no nerves amongst the fans as they were creating a party atmosphere. That was short lived however as after only 5 minutes the Accies took the lead. Poor defending and nerves from the home sides defence allowed Captain Scott Robinson to slot it home. Following this it was one way traffic with the Bairns throwing everything at the Hamilton back line. Falkirk playing some nice intricate football but just lacking that cutting edge in front of goal. The Championship trophy was Livingston’s until the 33 rd minute when Scott Arfield was brought down on the edge of the box with many calling for a penalty. A freekick was awarded, Ethan Ross stepped up and curled the ball into the top left-hand corner of the net putting the trophy back in Falkirk hands. In the 38 th minute cheers rang out around the stadium as news had filtered through that Partick Thistle had scored against Livingston. The home side continued to push for a goal to put themselves in the lead, but Steven McLean blew the whistle for half time. The second half kicked off the fans split between party mode and nail-biting nerves. It began initially a little less one sided than the way the first half ended. Hamilton had a little more of the ball in the first ten minutes of the half. The home side then found the form from the first half and in the 59th minute scrappy defending in the Accies box fell to the feet of Ethan Ross who fired the ball from close range in the back of the net. This was his second of the night and put the home side 2-1 ahead, 3 points above Livingston, and put one of John McGlynn’s hands on the championship trophy. In the 71 st minute the party atmosphere was heightened when the ball found it’s way to the feet of Calvin Miller on the left-hand side of the goal. He smashed it low, finding the bottom right corner of the goal to put the Bairns 3-1 up, taking them that bit closer to the title and automatic promotion. Scott Arfield, who was part of the Falkirk team that suffered relegation 15 years ago rejoined the club this past February said; “It is the most fulfilled and content I have felt on a football pitch because it was a story I was desperate to make happen”. When asked where it ranked in his managerial career John McGlynn said; “To go back-to-back, it’s amazing, absolute amazing, it has to be the best”. With their flare, style of play and story Falkirk will be a welcome addition to the Scottish Premiership. We now wait to see who out of Livingston, Ayr United and Partick Thistle will face in the playoffs.

May 2, 2025

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