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Archive — Wednesday, 16 September 2026

Aberdeen's commanding 4-0 demolition of Motherwell on Tuesday night delivered their most convincing performance of the season, while Kilmarnock finally got off the mark with a 1-0 victory at Hibernian. Falkirk shocked in-form Hearts 2-1 at home in what may prove a turning point for the Bairns.

Match news

Dons demolish Steelmen 4-0

Aberdeen delivered their most dominant performance of the season on Tuesday 15 September, crushing Motherwell 4-0 at Fir Park. Gavin Molloy broke the deadlock in the first half before Connor Ronan, Ayoub Mouloua and Kevin Nisbet sealed the rout in the second. The emphatic victory lifts the Dons clear of the bottom half.

Source: SPFL

Killie end winless run at Easter Road

Kilmarnock finally ended their goal drought on Tuesday 15 September with a 1-0 victory away at Hibernian. George Stanger's strike proved enough to secure the breakthrough result, easing pressure on manager Neil McCann and offering genuine hope after a difficult start to the campaign.

Source: SPFL

Bairns stun unbeaten Hearts

Falkirk produced a shock 2-1 victory over in-form Hearts at Falkirk Stadium on Tuesday 15 September, with Ben Krauhaus and Owen Eames netting before James Wilson pulled one back for the Jambos. The upset may signal a turning point for a side languishing in the lower half.

Source: SPFL

Jambos drop points at Falkirk

Hearts suffered a setback on Tuesday 15 September, losing 2-1 away at Falkirk. Wouter Vrancken's side remain well-placed but this defeat to lower-mid-table opposition will prove frustrating after their promising start. McPake and Wilson both received Scotland recognition during the week.

Source: SPFL

Hibs slip to first home defeat

Hibernian suffered their first home loss of the season on Tuesday 15 September, falling 1-0 to Kilmarnock at Easter Road. The result ended their unbeaten run and leaves manager Jack Ross with work to do ahead of Saturday's visit from Aberdeen.

Source: SPFL

Heavy defeat at home to Dons

Motherwell endured a difficult evening on Tuesday 15 September, conceding four goals to Aberdeen in a 4-0 home defeat at Fir Park. Stuart Kettlewell's side will need to recover quickly with Dundee visiting in three days' time.

Source: SPFL

Astley commits to Dark Blues long-term

Dundee defender Ryan Astley has extended his contract through 2029, signalling the club's confidence in the Welsh-qualified centre-back. Astley, who joined from Everton in January 2024, has become a cornerstone of the Dark Blues' defence.

Goodwin in attendance after hospital discharge

Jim Goodwin has been released from hospital and remains in recovery from his health scare. The Dundee United manager has been in attendance at Tannadice in recent days and is progressing towards a full return to the dugout.

Gullan sidelined for Perth trip to Falkirk

St Johnstone will be without Jamie Gullan when they host Falkirk on Saturday, the midfielder ruled out with a groin injury. Manager Simo Valakari will look to compensate as the Perth side push for points.

McLeish settles in as permanent boss

Craig McLeish has been confirmed as St Mirren's permanent manager on a three-year deal after guiding the Buddies to Premiership survival. The 36-year-old faces a squad overhaul this summer and is managing transfer interest in key players including midfielder Killian Phillips.

Transfers & rumours

Summer window closed 3 September

The Scottish summer transfer window closed at 17:00 on 3 September. No business is now possible until January, save through loan arrangements.

Source: SPFL

Club news

Ticket allocation sold out

Hearts' full allocation for Saturday's trip to Kilmarnock has sold out. Over 3,350 supporters will be backed the Jambos at Rugby Park.

Championship

Warriors maintain strong form

Stenhousemuir remain one of the Championship's standout sides after their victory on Tuesday 15 September. The Warriors will look to build on their early-season form.

Source: SPFL

Jags suffer defeat to Warriors

Partick Thistle's recent run came to an end on Tuesday 15 September with a defeat to Stenhousemuir. The loss halts their momentum ahead of a trip to Raith Rovers on Saturday.

Source: SPFL

From the fan channels

Bairns faithful celebrate upset win

Falkirk supporters were celebrating across Pie and Bovril after Tuesday's shock victory over Hearts. One recurring theme from Falkirk fans was vindication — that on their day, they can compete with anyone in this league, and the upset proved it.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Killie fans relief after first win

Kilmarnock supporters on Pie and Bovril were delighted to finally see their side get off the mark with a 1-0 victory at Hibernian. The mood was one of genuine relief after weeks of frustration, with fans believing this could be the turning point.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Dons fans hail dominant showing

Aberdeen supporters celebrating on Pie and Bovril hailed the 4-0 demolition of Motherwell as the performance that proves they have genuine quality. The consensus was this is the Dons the support has been waiting to see.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Jambos frustrated by Falkirk loss

Hearts supporters on Pie and Bovril were visibly frustrated after the 2-1 defeat at Falkirk. The complaint was consistent: they should have been able to beat opposition in the bottom half, and losing to Falkirk felt like a missed opportunity.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Hibs fans rue slip-up at home

Hibernian supporters on Pie and Bovril were disappointed by the 1-0 home defeat to Kilmarnock. The forum conversation centred on it being a missed opportunity against a side that had struggled, and fans are now looking for a response against Aberdeen.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Steelmen reeling after heavy defeat

Motherwell supporters on Pie and Bovril were shell-shocked after Tuesday's 4-0 battering at home to Aberdeen. Fans acknowledged it was a chastening evening and questioned how the side could concede so freely, with one recurring theme being that they need answers ahead of Saturday's visit from Dundee.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Warriors fans celebrate strong form

Stenhousemuir supporters on Pie and Bovril were celebrating their side's continued unbeaten run in the Championship. Fans are bullish about the Warriors' chances and are enjoying watching a side that is delivering results week after week.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Dark Blues faithful back Astley contract news

Dundee supporters welcomed the news of Ryan Astley's long-term commitment to Dens Park. On social media and the forums, fans praised the centre-back's development and expressed confidence in the club's direction under the manager.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Buddies fans back McLeish's vision

St Mirren supporters on the Black and White Army forums were pleased to see Craig McLeish appointed on a permanent deal. Fans expressed backing for the manager's approach and believe he has the foundation to build something special at Paisley.

Source: Black and White Army

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