Celtic, Rangers lead Scottish Premiership; Falkirk surprises in third place
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Celtic and Rangers continue to occupy the top two spots in the Scottish Premiership as the league approaches an international break on November 9, 2026. Falkirk's impressive five-game winning streak includes notable victories over Celtic and Hearts, propelling them into third place after previously sitting 11th. Martin O'Neill's Celtic retains a four-point lead over Rangers, though recent performance raises questions about their title defense. Meanwhile, Falkirk's rise comes after significant changes to their squad, including the departure of key players over the summer and the arrival of 17 new signings. Their next challenge will be against St Johnstone following the international break.
- •Celtic tops the league with a four-point lead over Rangers.
- •Falkirk climbed to third with five straight wins.
- •Falkirk's last five-game winning run was in 1995.
- •Celtic has questions regarding their title defense.
- •Aberdeen is considering changes after dropping to 11th.
- 11:30 AMSky Sports — Old Firm the top two, but are Falkirk this season's surprise package?
"It is as you were at the top of the Scottish Premiership heading into the second international break, but Falkirk's incredible rise has taken many by surprise.
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