In pictures: Falkirk produce stirring comeback to defeat Montrose and return to League 1 summit

The Falkirk Herald’s chief photographer Michael Gillen captured the best of the action as the Bairns struck late on to defeat Montrose.

By Ben Kearney

Published 1st Oct 2023, 02:30 BST

That 3-2 victory, courtesy of a last-gasp wondergoal from Callumn Morrison, sent John McGlynn’s side back to the top of the League 1 table ahead of next Saturday's clash with second-placed Hamilton Accies.

Some of the Bairns support in the Kevin McAllister Stand

1. Falkirk 3-2 Montrose

Some of the Bairns support in the Kevin McAllister Stand Photo: Michael Gillen

Aidan Nesbitt, who went off injured, battles with ex-Falkirk man Ryan Williamson

2. Falkirk 3-2 Montrose

Aidan Nesbitt, who went off injured, battles with ex-Falkirk man Ryan Williamson Photo: Michael Gillen

Liam Henderson's first-half header hits the bar

3. Falkirk 3-2 Montrose

Liam Henderson's first-half header hits the bar Photo: Michael Gillen

Cammy Gill and Aidan Quin combine to deny Ross MacIver in the penalty box

4. Falkirk 3-2 Montrose

Cammy Gill and Aidan Quin combine to deny Ross MacIver in the penalty box Photo: Michael Gillen

Montrose League 1 Falkirk Bairns John McGlynn