Falkirk's Barney Stewart has made an impressive mark in Scottish football, rising from university football to the club's first team in just 18 months. The 22-year-old forward has garnered attention from clubs like West Brom after an outstanding season where he scored 18 goals while playing for both Falkirk and Dunfermline. Stewart made his debut for Falkirk in the Scottish Championship in January last year and played a crucial role in their promotion in 2025, despite facing challenges such as a metatarsal injury. After a successful loan at Dunfermline, where he netted eight goals in 12 appearances, he returned to Falkirk and continued to shine. His remarkable performance included a hat-trick against Hibernian and a brace in a victory over Kilmarnock, contributing to his total of 10 goals and two assists in 21 appearances for Falkirk. This stellar performance earned him the Scottish Football Writers’ Young Player of the Season award. Originally from London, Stewart moved to Scotland at 16 to pursue a degree in Sport and Exercise Science at Heriot-Watt University, where he excelled in multiple sports. Falkirk recognized his talent and secured him with a new contract until 2028, showing their commitment to his development as a key player for the club.