The 1990–91 season was the 94th season of competitive

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in Scotland. It was notable for the fact that there was a last day

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decider at Ibrox between Rangers and

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. Both teams went into the match level on points and

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, but Rangers needed to win the match because Aberdeen had scored two goals more. Rangers won the title with a 2–0 win thanks to two goals by

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Notable events

*11 November – Duncan Ferguson makes his debut, playing for

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against Rangers at Ibrox, in a match they won 2–1.

Scottish Premier Division

Champions: Rangers
No Relegation

Scottish League Division One

Promoted: Falkirk, Airdrieonians
Relegated: Clyde, Brechin City

Scottish League Division Two

Promoted: Stirling Albion, Montrose

Other honours

Cup honours

Individual honours

SPFA awards

SFWA awards

Scotland national team

Key: *(H) = Home match *(A) = Away match *ECQG2 = European Championship qualifying – Group 2

Notes and references

{{DEFAULTSORT:1990-91 in Scottish Football Seasons in Scottish football