Falkirk brick wall Bain boosts Scotland chances

Scott Bain proved unbeatable as he helped Falkirk defeat his former club, Celtic, just in time for the goalkeeper to push his case for inclusion in the latest Scotland squad. Falkirk goalkeeper Scott Bain produced an outstanding performance in the 2-0 win over Celtic Scott Bain must be praying that Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli was watching on as Falkirk ended a 19-year wait to beat Celtic. The former Celtic goalkeeper was imperious, unbeatable, as Falkirk ran out 2-0 winners to earn a fourth win on the bounce and reach fourth place in the Scottish Premiership. An absolute brick wall as he earned a third clean sheet in a row.

Not that all the praise should go his way. Everyone in Bairns blue delivered, but Bain was inspired, making save after save to deny Celtic on a day that will go down in Falkirk folklore. One that intensified the pressure on Martin O'Neill's side. With the Scotland squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures announced this week, surely Bain has enhanced his chances of pushing for not just a place in the squad but potentially the chance to stake a claim for a starting role. Are Celtic club in regression amid run of six defeats in 10? Impressive Falkirk earn first win over hapless Celtic in 19 years Bain made