Falkirk claimed their first win against Celtic since 2007, stunning the Scottish Premiership champions who missed another chance to extend their title lead. Martin O'Neill made three changes in search of a response after a midweek draw with Dundee United, but his side were outclassed by the Bairns, who extended their winning run to four matches.
Ethan Ross opened the scoring in the third minute after Cameron Carter-Vickers failed to clear Ryan Strain's cross, allowing the forward to fire home. Scott Tanser doubled the lead before halftime, beating Carter-Vickers before lashing the ball into the net. Celtic piled on the pressure but were denied repeatedly by Scott Bain, who made 10 saves against his former team.
A second goal for Falkirk was ruled out after VAR confirmed Jacob Murrell's handball. Despite late pressure, Celtic could not find a way past Bain, suffering a sixth defeat in 10 matches. They remain four points clear of Rangers, while Falkirk rise to fourth, two points behind Hearts.
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