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Falkirk

Falkirk were founded in 1876 and play their home games at The Falkirk Stadium in Scotland.

Falkirk have a storied history rooted in the rich tapestry of Scottish football. Hailing from the enchanting-landscape of Scotland, Falkirk first began their football journey in 1876 (source). Their home, The Falkirk Stadium, has since become a testament to their lust for the beautiful game. The current team consists of a squad of 30 players, encompassing energy and dynamism, with an average age of a mere 25—a blend of exuberance and emerging experience. There's something promising about youth and Falkirk's squad is a testament to that. The Bairns, as they are affectionately known, have been involved in a myriad of competitions this season. These include their 6th place finish in the Premiership. Their journey in the League Cup led them to the second round, showing that they're no pushovers. Yet, it's their thrilling run to the Scottish Cup Semi-finals that has proven to be the real feather in their cap this season - a gripping story of fortitude and ambition. Overall, Falkirk represents a unique spirit distilled from the whispering moors and rugged hilltops of Scotland. Their footballing philosophy is a reflection of their passion for the game, rendering them an integral part of Scotland's rich football heritage.
This team profile is regularly updated with new stats and analysis throughout the season. Last updated 19 April 2026. Send feedback

Falkirk stats

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1876
Founded
John McGlynn (age 64)
Manager
Jamie Swinney
Chair
The Bairns
Nickname
The Falkirk Stadium
Stadium
7,937
Capacity
4 Stadium Way, Falkirk, FK2 9DX, UK
Address

Recent results

D
L
W
L
D
W

In recent matches, Falkirk have recorded two wins, two draws and two losses.

Dunfermline Athletic
Dunfermline Athletic
0 - 0
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
3 - 6
Rangers
Rangers
Motherwell
Motherwell
2 - 3
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
1 - 2
St Mirren
St Mirren
Aberdeen
Aberdeen
1 - 1
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
2 - 1
Dundee United
Dundee United

Falkirk have worse recent form than Celtic, who have four wins, one draw and one loss in their last six games.

League position analysis

Track the position of Falkirk over time in Scotland‘s Premiership during season 2025 - 2026. After 33 games, Falkirk are placed sixth in the league.

Round 1
3rd
Round 2
11th
Round 3
8th
Round 4
9th
Round 5
8th
Round 6
10th
Round 7
10th
Round 8
8th
Round 9
4th
Round 10
7th
Round 11
5th
Round 12
4th
Round 13
5th
Round 14
6th
Round 15
6th
Round 16
7th
Round 17
7th
Round 18
7th
Round 19
7th
Round 20
6th
Round 21
6th
Round 22
6th
Round 23
6th
Round 24
6th
Round 25
6th
Round 26
6th
Round 27
6th
Round 28
6th
Round 29
6th
Round 30
6th
Round 31
6th
Round 32
6th
Round 33
Round 33
6th

League form

Track the performance of Falkirk in Scotland‘s Premiership over their last six matches, home and away.

Overall

L
W
L
D
W
L
Falkirk
Falkirk
3 - 6
Rangers
Rangers
Motherwell
Motherwell
2 - 3
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
1 - 2
St Mirren
St Mirren
Aberdeen
Aberdeen
1 - 1
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
Falkirk
5 - 1
Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock
Hearts
Hearts
1 - 0
Falkirk
Falkirk

Home

L
L
W
L
W
W
Falkirk
Falkirk
3 - 6
Rangers
Rangers
Falkirk
Falkirk
1 - 2
St Mirren
St Mirren
Falkirk
Falkirk
5 - 1
Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock
Falkirk
Falkirk
2 - 3
Dundee United
Dundee United
Falkirk
Falkirk
1 - 0
Dundee
Dundee
Falkirk
Falkirk
4 - 1
Hibernian
Hibernian

Away

W
D
L
W
L
W
Motherwell
Motherwell
2 - 3
Falkirk
Falkirk
Aberdeen
Aberdeen
1 - 1
Falkirk
Falkirk
Hearts
Hearts
1 - 0
Falkirk
Falkirk
Livingston
Livingston
1 - 2
Falkirk
Falkirk
Celtic
Celtic
2 - 0
Falkirk
Falkirk
St Mirren
St Mirren
0 - 2
Falkirk
Falkirk

Average statistics

Check out these per game stats for Falkirk in their domestic league season 2025 - 2026.

⚽️ Goals scored
1.7
Home
1
Away
⚽️ Goals conceded
1.5
Home
1.4
Away

Falkirk have the sixth best attack in the Scottish Premiership, with 1.35 goals per game, which is on par with Dundee United. Rangers have the best attack, with 1.8 goals per game. Celtic have the second best overall attack. St Mirren have the worst attack in the league.

At home, Falkirk score the fifth most goals in the Scottish Premiership, with 1.7 goals per game, which is on par with Motherwell. Celtic and Rangers score more than any other team at home, with 2.1 goals per game. St Mirren have the worst scoring record at home in the league.

Away from home, Falkirk have the seventh best scoring record in the Scottish Premiership, with 1 goal per game, which is on par with St Mirren. Rangers score the most goals away from home, with 1.5 goals per game. Celtic have the third best away attack. Aberdeen score the fewest away goals per match in the league.

Falkirk have the sixth best defence in the Scottish Premiership, losing just 1.45 goals per game, which is on par with St Mirren. Heart of Midlothian have the best defence, losing just 1.1 goals per game. Celtic have the fourth best overall defence. Kilmarnock and Livingston have the worst defence in the league.

At home, Falkirk concede the fourth highest number of goals in the Scottish Premiership, losing an average of 1.5 goals per game. Motherwell concede fewer goals than any other team at home, losing just 0.8 goals per game, and Celtic are 10th best. Livingston concede the highest number of goals per game at home in the league.

Away from home, Falkirk have the fourth best defensive record in the Scottish Premiership, losing just 1.4 goals per game, which is on par with Celtic and Hibernian. Rangers concede the fewest goals away from home, losing just 1.4 goals per game. Celtic have the seventh best away defence. Kilmarnock concede the highest number of away goals per match in the league.

⏱️ Time of first goal scored
36m
Home
46m
Away
⏱️ Time of first goal conceded
42m
Home
37m
Away
🟨 Yellow cards
1.6
Home
2.6
Away
🟥 Red cards
0.1
Home
Away
🤩 Biggest victory
5-1
Home
3-0
Away
🫣 Biggest defeat
6-3
Home
4-0
Away
⛳ Corners awarded
4.6
Home
5
Away
⛳ Corners conceded
3.8
Home
5.5
Away

Top scorers

Top scorers for Falkirk in the league season 2025 - 2026.

⚽️ Goals
10
Player
⚽️ Goals
8
Player
⚽️ Goals
7
Player
⚽️ Goals
5
Player
⚽️ Goals
4
Player
⚽️ Goals
4
Player
⚽️ Goals
4
Player
⚽️ Goals
3
Player
⚽️ Goals
3
Player
⚽️ Goals
2
Player
⚽️ Goals
2
Player
⚽️ Goals
1
⚽️ Goals
1
Player
⚽️ Goals
1
⚽️ Goals
1
⚽️ Goals
1
Player
⚽️ Goals
1
Player
⚽️ Goals
1
Player
⚽️ Goals
1
⚽️ Goals
1

Time of first goal

Time of first goal scored for and against Falkirk in their previous 20 games.

⏱️ Time
0-10 mins
For
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Against
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⏱️ Time
11-20 mins
For
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Against
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⏱️ Time
21-30 mins
For
Against
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⏱️ Time
31-40 mins
For
Against
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⏱️ Time
41-50 mins
For
Against
⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️
⏱️ Time
51-60 mins
For
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Against
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⏱️ Time
61-70 mins
For
Against
⏱️ Time
71-80 mins
For
Against
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⏱️ Time
81-90 mins
For
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Against

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