Falkirk have apologized to their supporters for the deeply unpleasant experience during Sunday's match against Rangers. The Scottish Premiership club called out sectarian singing from a large proportion of away fans and reports of Rangers supporters obtaining home end tickets for the match.
What happened?
Falkirk have revealed that a steward required medical attention as a result of behavior during the league tie on Sunday. The club has condemned the incidents and behavior in a statement and vowed to review the situation for future matches against Rangers.
Why it matters for Falkirk
The apology comes as Falkirk sits 6th in the Premiership with 46 points, 24 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. The team's recent form has been struggling, with a record of 0W-0D-5L in their last 5 matches.
What comes next?
Falkirk will host Rangers once more this season in the final weekend of the split. The club has 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.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 6th in Premiership, 46 pts, 13W-7D-13L from 33 games |
| Goals this season | 45 scored, 48 conceded (-3 goal difference) |
| Title race | 24 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian |
| Last result | Falkirk 2-5 Rangers (2026-05-16) |
| Recent form | 0W-0D-5L (LLLLL, most recent first) |
| Next fixture | vs Ayr Utd (at home, 2026-07-14) |
The club is considering further implications of yesterday's incidents for future matches against Rangers, including security and ticketing arrangements, and will inform fans once a decision has been taken.
