Falkirk brick wall Bain boosts Scotland chances

Scott Bain's exceptional performance in Falkirk's 2-0 victory over Celtic has significantly bolstered Scotland's prospects for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. The 35-year-old goalkeeper, who has been with Falkirk since January on an extended contract, made a series of outstanding saves to deny Celtic a win, earning his third consecutive clean sheet.

Former Celtic goalkeeper Pat Bonner praised Bain's display, declaring it "unbelievable" and "absolutely unbelievable". Falkirk manager John McGlynn also lavished praise on Bain, stating that he has been "outstanding" since joining the club. Bain himself expressed his contentment with his performance, but emphasized the team's achievement as well.

The Scotland international extended his contract until the summer of 2028, expressing his hope of being included in the national squad, given Scotland's need for goalkeeping depth. His composure with his feet and shot-stopping ability have been positively noted, potentially aligning well with Scotland coach Sebastien Pocognoli's approach.