On May 1, 2026, St Johnstone secured the Championship title with a decisive 1-0 victory over Ayr. This win left them 11 points clear at the top of the table.
Kai Fotheringham netted the only goal of the match, sealing St Johnstone’s place in next season’s top flight. Meanwhile, Ross County faced a stark reality as they were relegated after a heart-wrenching 3-2 defeat to Raith.
Ross County’s struggles continued as they ended the season at the bottom of the table. Their relegation marks back-to-back descents, following last season’s play-off defeat that ended their six-year stay in the Premiership. A stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in football.
In contrast, St Johnstone capped off their title-winning campaign with five straight victories—a testament to their consistency and resilience throughout the season.
Key match statistics:
- St Johnstone finished 11 points clear at the top of the Championship.
- Kai Fotheringham scored the decisive goal against Ayr.
- Ross County conceded three goals against Raith while scoring two.
Airdrieonians also faced challenges, finishing in relegation play-off spots after drawing 1-1 with Morton. Euan Henderson had given Airdrie an early lead just three minutes into the second half before Lewis Strapp received a red card shortly after.
The promotion play-offs loom for teams like Airdrieonians, while St Johnstone prepares for life in Scotland’s top tier next season. Observers will be keen to see how teams adapt to these changes in Scottish football landscape.