Falkirk FC’s Thrilling Comeback: Resilience Shines in Scottish Premiership Clash
Falkirk FC continues to impress with their never-say-die attitude, securing a dramatic 2-2 draw against Hibernian after trailing by two goals. Explore how John McGlynn’s squad is redefining resilience in the Scottish Premiership.

Falkirk’s Remarkable Resurgence
Two years after languishing in Scotland’s third tier, Falkirk FC delivered another signature comeback to draw 2-2 with Hibernian – their third recovery from a deficit this season. The Bairns have now claimed 2,800+ minutes of Premiership football this campaign while selling over 6,000 season tickets, signaling a club reborn.
Match Breakdown:
- First Half Struggles: Hibs capitalized on defensive lapses with goals from Boyle (23’) and Nisbet (37’)
- Turning Point: Ross MacIver’s injury-time header (45+3’) shifted momentum
- Second Half Domination: Liam Henderson’s towering header (65’) completed the revival
- Late Drama: Triple substitution (Graham/Arfield/Agyeman) nearly stole victory
Tactical Insights:
"Their front-three rotations overwhelmed Hibs’ backline," noted BBC pundit Billy Dodds. Manager McGlynn emphasized pre-game preparation: "We studied Hibs’ vulnerability to late-half goals – that knowledge won us the point."
Season Statistics:
Metric | Total | League Rank |
---|---|---|
Comeback Points | 5 | 2nd |
Goals After 75' | 4 | 3rd |
Average Attendance | 5,872 | 4th |
Building Momentum
Falkirk’s resurgence mirrors their 2022 League 1 title campaign:
- Never-Say-Die Mentality: 3+ goals in 60% of home matches
- Strategic Recruitment: Summer signings Henderson & MacIver contributing 78% of goals
- Fan Engagement: 23% attendance increase from last Premiership season (2015-16)
"We’re writing a new chapter," declared captain Coll Donaldson. "When 6,000 fans roar, you find energy you never knew existed."
What’s Next?
With fixtures against Celtic and Hearts looming, Falkirk’s mettle will face ultimate tests. As McGlynn stated: "We’re not here to survive – we’re here to compete."