But it was more than a derby day, it was a dedication derby too, as sports editor David Oliver wrote in his 2017 match verdict.
Now, after watching the game from the gantry, re-live the action from the victory over the rivals across the Forth through the lens of chief photographer Michael Gillen at pitchside.
1. Falkirk v Dunfermline - February 4, 2017
Falkirk remembered fan Steven Black who died age 39. Photo: Michael Gillen
2. Falkirk v Dunfermline - February 4, 2017
The players made an emotional tribute to the south stand. Photo: Michael Gillen
3. Falkirk 0 Dunfermline 0 - February 4, 2017
Kallum Higginbotham 20 and Aaron Muirhead 4. Photo: Michael Gillen
4. Falkirk 0 Dunfermline 0 - February 4, 2017
Peter Houston points the way. Photo: Michael Gillen
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