1990–91 in Scottish football
The 1990–91 season was the 94th season of competitive football in Scotland. It was notable for the fact that there was a last day title decider at Ibrox between Rangers and Aberdeen. Both teams went into the match level on points and goal difference, 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 Mark Hateley.
Notable events
- 11 November – Duncan Ferguson makes his debut, playing for Dundee United against Rangers at Ibrox, in a match they won 2–1.
Scottish Premier Division
No Relegation
Scottish League Division One
Promoted: Falkirk, AirdrieoniansRelegated: Clyde, Brechin City
Scottish League Division Two
Promoted: Stirling Albion, MontroseOther honours
Cup honours
Individual honours
SPFA awards
SFWA awards
Scotland national team
Date | Venue | Opponents | Competition | Scotland scorer | |
12 September 1990 | Hampden Park, Glasgow | Romania | 2–1 | ECQG2 | John Robertson, Ally McCoist |
17 October 1990 | Hampden Park, Glasgow | Switzerland | 2–1 | ECQG2 | John Robertson, Gary McAllister |
14 November 1990 | Vasil Levski National Stadium, Sofia | Bulgaria | 1–1 | ECQG2 | Ally McCoist |
6 February 1991 | Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow | USSR | 0–1 | Friendly | |
27 March 1991 | Hampden Park, Glasgow | Bulgaria | 1–1 | ECQG2 | John Collins |
1 May 1991 | Stadio Olimpico, Serravalle | San Marino | 2–0 | ECQG2 | Gordon Strachan, Gordon Durie |
Key:
- = Home match
- = Away match
- ECQG2 = European Championship qualifying - Group 2