Falkirk continue rapid rise under John McGlynn's guidance

Falkirk continue to excel under the guidance of manager John McGlynn. Within the span of a week, the side has defeated defending champions Celtic and become the first team in 19 months to beat Hearts at Tynecastle in a league match, scoring seven goals across those two encounters.

Their 5-2 success in Edinburgh marked a fifth consecutive victory, propelling the team up to third place in the Scottish Premiership. This turnaround is particularly striking given that only a month ago, a late goal conceded against Dundee left them 11th, sitting just a point above the bottom of the table.

"Winning five games in a row, you've obviously got something about you. We want it to continue because we're enjoying this," McGlynn told BBC Scotland. "But we're only 13 games in. There's a long way to go, so we've got to keep our feet on the ground and enjoy seeing our team third in the league."

The club's resurgence is built on a blend of experienced players who were part of their rise through the lower divisions and a successful summer recruitment drive. Despite a significant squad turnover, including the departure of key figures, the new additions—such as forward Jacob Murrell—have integrated seamlessly, with Murrell now joint-top scorer in the division.

Beyond their attacking flair, observers point to a newfound "steeliness" in the squad. Under McGlynn, Falkirk have developed the ability to handle the tougher, more physical aspects of the game, transforming from a side known for "total football" into a more robust and complete competitive unit.