Strain brings 'composure, professionalism and experience' to Falkirk

Falkirk manager John McGlynn says Ryan Strain fits a specific need at right-back after the former Dundee United man joined the Bairns on a free transfer.

Strain, 29, is a familiar figure in the Scottish Premiership having played for St Mirren before joining United in 2024. His contract at Tannadice expired at the end of last season.

Falkirk will be without Keelan Adams for approximately nine more weeks after he had an operation earlier this summer, while summer signing Jack McMillan is also injured.

"I'm delighted to bring in a player of Ryan's quality and experience," McGlynn said.

"I've mentioned in recent interviews that Keelan Adams has had an operation and has approximately another nine weeks of recovery ahead of him, provided there are no setbacks. Jack McMillan is also injured at the moment, so I felt we needed to strengthen in that area.

"Ryan is a proven Premiership player who has performed consistently at this level for both St Mirren and Dundee United. He knows the league inside out, understands exactly what is required and comes in ready to make an immediate impact, so this isn't a gamble in any way whatsoever.

"He is a very accomplished right-back, both defensively and going forward. He has great energy, uses the ball well and gives us another real attacking threat down that side.

"Just as importantly, he brings composure, professionalism and a wealth of experience to the group.

"He is a quality addition to the squad, and I'm confident he'll make a big contribution for us."