Falkirk claimed a 2-1 win over Hearts on 15 September 2026. The match finished 2-1. Owen Eames netted the winner. It was Falkirk's first league win of the season. They were winless in league action before this. Hearts had gone nine games without losing. That run was finally broken.

The result damaged Hearts' position in the Scottish Premiership standings. Falkirk collected their first three points and climbed the table. It provided a lift. The loss counted against them. Hearts were left with a loss after a long unbeaten stretch. The game was in the 2026-27 campaign.