The decision of the clubs, and ultimately Dundee FC last month handed Raith Rovers the title of league winjners with eight matches still to play – including a final day showdown between the Bairns and Kirkcaldy side scheduled for Saturday just past. It was not to be and what the future holds hangs in the balance.
But the Falkirk Herald will be there wherever and whenever it takes the Bairns as we were in season 2019-20. Here’s a look back at Michael Gillen’s pictures from the heart of the action of each match.
37. Falkirk 3 Peterhead 0
Saturday, March 7. Lee Miller returned to the scoresheet and of course Declan McManus hit a double to maintain pressure at the top. Photo: Michael Gillen
38. Season suspended
On Friday, March 13, with Falkirk preparing to play Dumbarton at the weekend, the SFA and SPFL suspended all football in the country as a result of COVID-19 precautions Photo: Michael Gillen
39. Season is ended by vote
Wednesday, April 15. Raith Rovers were named League One winners after a vote by SPFL clubs elected to end the season based on the standings so far, with eight games to go. Photo: Photogenix/Tony Fimister
40. Furious chairman keen to 'pick the right battles'
After the Bairns 'reluctantly accept' the league's decision, FFC chairman Gary Deans issued a personal statement on The Falkirk Herald website admitting his fury at the vote and turning his attention to league reconstruction talks throughout May. Photo: Michael Gillen