Falkirk's McGlynn eyes top-six finish despite player departures
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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Falkirk manager John McGlynn is targeting another top-six finish as the Scottish Premiership season begins at home against St Mirren on Saturday, August 1. The club faces challenges after losing 15 players, including top scorer Barney Stewart. McGlynn expressed ambition despite acknowledging that the second season could be more difficult. He highlighted the team's strategy to reach 15 points after the first 11 games, which was successfully replicated last season. McGlynn is currently focused on his role amidst speculation regarding the Scotland head coach position.
- •Falkirk opens the season against St Mirren on August 1.
- •McGlynn aims for another top-six finish in the league.
- •Club lost 15 players, including key scorer Barney Stewart.
- •McGlynn has no current contact about the Scotland job.
- •Falkirk achieved 45 points last season, targeting similar performance.
""If you can do it once, you can do it twice."
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