Falkirk let a lead slip in the final seconds to draw 1-1 with St Johnstone on Saturday, a result that leaves them in a precarious league position. Ethan Ross scored his first goal in 13 months on the hour, but Enes Alic's spectacular 25-yard strike deep into stoppage time snatched a point for the hosts. The equaliser was scored in the 95th minute, making it the second time in recent weeks Falkirk have dropped points with the last kick of a match.

The draw means Falkirk have taken just one win from their last five Premiership matches, a run that includes two draws and two defeats. They currently sit 11th in the table with six points from seven games, a position manager John McGlynn acknowledged is a cause for concern. The team's goal difference is minus five, having scored seven goals but conceded 12 so far this season.

Manager's frustration

John McGlynn was critical of his team's inability to hold onto their advantage, pointing to a recurring problem. He noted that this was the second time in recent weeks they had dropped points with the last kick of the ball, having also conceded late against Dundee United. The manager highlighted defensive issues from set-pieces and a tendency to give away needless free-kicks as areas that must improve. He expressed particular frustration at the nature of the late goal, stating the team had opportunities to clear the ball and manage the game better in the dying moments.

Despite the frustration, McGlynn pointed to the team's identical start to last season as a reason for optimism. In the 2025-26 campaign, Falkirk also had six points from seven games but rallied to finish in the top six. He believes the squad can replicate that turnaround, though the immediate focus is on halting the slide. The manager stressed the need for greater resilience and game management, especially when protecting a narrow lead in the final stages of matches.

The team's injury list, which includes Aidan Nesbitt and Ethan Laidlaw, continues to test their squad depth. McGlynn confirmed both players remain sidelined and are not expected back for the next fixture. Their next challenge is a home fixture against fourth-placed Dundee on October 10, a key match in their bid to climb the table.

The original report is at bbc.com