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.
29. Falkirk 6 Forfar 0
Saturday, January 25. On-form Aidan Connolly inspired the Bairns to a big win with a double matched by Ben Hall, but their goals were eclipsed by Paul Dixon in the last minute. Photo: Michael Gillen
30. Falkirk 2 Arbroath 0
Tuesday, January 28. Conor Sammon and Declan McManus handed Falkirk a televised home tie with Hearts in the William Hill Scottish Cup Photo: Michael Gillen
31. Stranraer 1 Falkirk 1
Saturday, February 1. The Bairns slipped up at Stair Park against bottom side Stranraer, conceding an equaliser in the second half and missing gilt-edged chances including this from Josh Todd. Photo: Michael Gillen
32. Falkirk 0 Hearts 1
Saturday, February 8. On a disgusting night for football Falkirk went down to a Hearts penalty and did everything but score - rattling the woodwork three times. Photo: Michael Gillen