Forum List | Football Forum
| Topic: Falkirk Fall-out |
|---|
| 1. Author: Stanza Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 11:01 Looks like a dispute between Falkirk FC and its community body (they are separate organisations) has reached the divorce stage. It seems to be something to do with the fourth stand, but presumably the details will become clearer further down the line. There`s probably right on both sides, but the uncertainty will be a shame for all the kids and families who use the facilities. https://falkirkfc.co.uk/falkirk-fc-ends-relationship-with-falkirk-football-community-foundation/? Reply |
| 2. Author: Playup_Pompey Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 11:08 looks like the community foundation were making decisions which were impacting on some of the main clubs ability to maximise commercial opertunities based on the wording of the statement.  Reply |
| 3. Author: jake89 Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 14:47 Falkirk are an odd one. The land the stadium is on is owned by the council. The council also owns the main stand and pitch but leases it to FFC while the other two stands are owned by FFC. Reply |
| 4. Author: Mr Mac Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 17:05 It appears the Falkirk Foundation have their own 25 year community benefit lease on land at the stadium; where they have their pitches and also where they have plans to install modular buildings to create a community hub for their activities. The football club state they need some of that land for a fourth stand. The club have also issued copyright/ IP proceedings against the foundation for use of the club crest which was previously permitted. All very messy. https://www.falkirkherald.co.uk/sport/football/falkirk-fc/falkirk-foundation-falkirk-fc-relationship-ends-9302749  Reply |
| 5. Author: TAFKA_Super_Petrie Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 19:19 Been brewing for a while. Despite the Pars rivalry i must say the Foundation have an excellent setup and way they do things from the grass roots side of things at least. My sons team played them a few times and i deal with a lot of the background / admin stuff and they are always first class to deal with. Great setup and always had a good tie-in with club, boys always were in the best of gear in the previous seasons club wear. Regularly played ij the main stadium too but i suspect a lot of that will now change. ---------------------------------------------------------------  [b]"People always talk about Ronaldinho and magic, but I didn't see him today. I saw Henrik Larsson; that's where the magic was."[/b] Reply |
| 6. Author: Hoolie Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 20:28 My nephew plays for one of the foundation teams. I presume they will have to relocate and find their own sponsorship etc? Reply |
| 7. Author: Mr Mac Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 21:04 My son used to go to the kids coaching on a Saturday morning, the coaches were very good. All about the kids enjoying the game and being active. I used to have a good chat with them. Coaches knew I was a Par and was made clear that my son could wear his Pars kit if he wanted and they would deal with anyone who had a problem with it. The Foundation has contributed circa £2M to the club over the years as well as clear community benefits with community groups similar to those the Pars Foundation have. Reply |
| 8. Author: jake89 Date: Thu 22nd Oct 2026. 21:05 Do Falkirk even need a fourth stand? I know they`re filling it pretty well currently, but how much would the fourth stand cost Vs additional income from increased attendance (maybe)? Reply |
| 9. Author: parsmad68 Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 06:44 jake89, Thu 22 Oct 21:05 The finances look a bit odd for sure. Even if a stand holds 3k for the ugly sisters and you consider an average boost of 500 over the other games it will take a long time to repay the stand. The max extra revenue wouldn’t even get to 500k. That is assuming also that they maintain their top-flight status. Agree that this is an odd proposition. But a ground that only has 3 sides is a bit embarrassing, so it suits them well. Reply |
| 10. Author: Jeffery Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 08:25 Sandy Alexander (founder of Schuh) paid for their last new stand. I guess he might cover fully or prop up and fund raising for the next one. Their more immediate focus will be on replacement of the plastic pitch as their extension was to the end of this season. Assume they will post profits the last couple of years though. Still fielding what was largely a L1 side, selling Barney for £1.3m, and gates going from averaging 4k in L1 to 7k p/w in the top flight. Reply |
| 11. Author: veteraneastender Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 11:24 jake89, Thu 22 Oct 21:05 The venue is used by Falkirk Council for other events, so I assume there is mileage in adding spectator capacity. Reply |
| 12. Author: fcda Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 18:31 Jeffery, Fri 23 Oct 08:25 Was the he sole funder? 🥁 Reply |
| 13. Author: 1885_ChillPar Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 18:52 fcda, Fri 23 Oct 18:31 Shoeperb Reply |
| 14. Author: veteraneastender Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 19:58 He was well heeled apparently 👡 Reply |
| 15. Author: Indiapar1 Date: Fri 23rd Oct 2026. 20:38 Has he given Falkirk the boot? G Wardrope Reply |
| 16. Author: MikeyLeonard Date: Sat 24th Oct 2026. 00:03 Some of you on here really need to hold your tongues sometimes. Reply |
Your Message:
By using your account you have implicitly accepted the DAFC.net Forum Rules and agree to be bound by them. You also agree that you will take sole responsibility for your post and indemnify dafc.net on all matters and costs. Refrain from making any potentially libelous comments about anyone
- - -