What happened: Falkirk manager John McGlynn confirmed that Scott Bain and Keelan Adams will miss the start of the season. Adams is out until September following surgery on an unhealed injury, while Bain may miss the Premiership's early August opening weekend due to a foot fracture. Jack McMillan is also a doubt for the upcoming Premier Sports Cup match at Edinburgh City.

Why it matters: The absences deplete Falkirk's defensive depth ahead of the 2026 campaign. Bain's setback follows a foot issue that sidelined him late last season, while Adams required a procedure after a scan revealed his previous injury had not healed adequately.

What to watch: Falkirk will monitor the recovery timelines of the injured group as the Premier Sports Cup begins.