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.
5. Peterhead 0 Falkirk 0
Saturday, August 3. The opening day of the season ended in a sunny scoreless stalemate at Balmoor - extending the Bairns winless day one run. Photo: Michael Gillen
6. Falkirk 6 Dumbarton 0
Saturday, August 10. Declan McManus scored one of many hat-tricks as the Bairns ran riot in the first half. Photo: Michael Gillen
7. Falkirk 1 Celtic u20s 1
Tuesday, August 13. An early goal each resulted in a win for the Bairns, eventually, on penalties and progress in the Tunnock's Caramel Cup Photo: Michael Gillen
8. Falkirk 2 Montrose 1
Saturday, August 17. Conor Sammon's bizarre winner gave the home side the points against an impressive Montrose. Photo: Michael Gillen