Dunfermline held leaders Falkirk to a draw after a six-goal thriller, with the Pars coming from behind twice to secure a point. The match was a thrilling encounter, with both teams creating numerous scoring opportunities. Dunfermline's midfielder Matty Todd slotted home the Pars' second spot kick after a cross struck Sean Mackie's hand. Falkirk thought they had won it when Liam Henderson bundled home after Oluwayemi failed to gather a late corner, but Dunfermline swept up the other end and opposition centre-half Kyle Benedictus headed in from a corner of their own. The point leaves Dunfermline two points behind Hamilton Academical but 10 ahead of Airdrieonians in the Scottish Championship. Hamilton host Airdrieonians on Saturday, while Livingston have the chance to narrow the gap again at the top as they visit managerless Raith Rovers. The result could be John McLaughlan's only game as caretaker, as the club appear to be closing in on a successor to James McPake, who was sacked on Monday. Dunfermline's performance was impressive, given the circumstances, and they will look to build on this result in their upcoming matches. The Scottish Championship is shaping up to be a tightly contested league, with several teams vying for promotion. Dunfermline will need to continue performing well if they are to achieve their goals this season.