Celtic seek seven-point lead as they face in-form Falkirk

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Celtic can go seven points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership if they beat Falkirk, whose manager John McGlynn has led them to three straight top-flight wins.

Celtic host Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership with the opportunity to extend their advantage at the top. A Celtic victory would stretch their lead over Rangers to seven points with a game more played, increasing pressure on their rivals.

Falkirk have emerged as one of the division's form sides, with manager John McGlynn leading them to three consecutive top-flight wins for the first time since 2007. A positive result for Falkirk would send them as high as fourth in the table, their highest position since returning to the top flight. The teams have already met this season, with Falkirk giving Celtic 'some grief' in that encounter back in August.

Celtic's recent form has been patchy. Since a 7-1 win over Hearts, they have lost in Europe, achieved a narrow victory over Hibs, and dropped points against Dundee United. With their direct rivals in cup action, the champions cannot afford to miss this opportunity to extend their lead.

Celtic seek seven-point lead as they face in-form Falkirk — Image: BBC Scotland

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Watch: Falkirk v Celtic highlights on SportsceneExtended highlights of Falkirk v Celtic, and a look back at Saturday's action.BBC Scotland · 1 Nov, 19:45
Watch: Falkirk v Celtic highlights on BBC iPlayerHighlights of the 2026/27 Scottish Premiership match between Falkirk v Celtic.BBC Scotland · 1 Nov, 17:30
Falkirk vs Celtic LIVE score and goal updates from Premiership clash at the Falkirk StadiumIt's all set up to be a Premiership cracker as the champions take on one of the division's form sidesDaily Record · 1 Nov, 11:00

In this story: Celtic · Falkirk · Rangers · Martin O'Neill · John McGlynn · Hearts · Hibs · Dundee United

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