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Old Firm the top two, but are Falkirk this season’s surprise package?

It is as you were at the top of the Scottish Premiership heading into the second international break, but Falkirk's incredible rise has taken many by surprise.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 11:30 AM
Old Firm the top two, but are Falkirk this season’s surprise package?
Key Things to Know
  • Celtic and Rangers lead the Scottish Premiership as third-placed Falkirk surge and Aberdeen consider sacking Stephen Robinson.
  • Falkirk have won five consecutive top-flight matches for the first time since 1995, rising from 11th to third.
  • Martin O'Neill's Celtic hold a four-point lead over Derek McInnes's unbeaten Rangers, having played an extra match.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Falkirk have moved up to third in the Scottish Premiership following a five-game winning streak that included beating Celtic and Hearts. Celtic remain top of the table, four points clear of unbeaten Rangers having played one game more, while Aberdeen are weighing the future of manager Stephen Robinson after sliding to 11th place.

John McGlynn's Falkirk side overhauled their squad over the summer with 17 new signings, including Jacob Murrell, who has scored seven league goals. Meanwhile, Hearts manager Wouter Vrancken called his team an embarrassment after losing 5-2 to Falkirk, and Aberdeen's board are meeting following a 4-0 defeat to Hibernian.

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