1990–91 in Scottish football
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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


See also

1990–91 Aberdeen F.C. season
1990–91 Dundee United F.C. season
1990–91 Rangers F.C. season


Notes and references

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