2008–09 Scottish Challenge Cup

The 2008–09 Scottish Challenge Cup, known as the ALBA Challenge Cup due to sponsorship reasons with MG Alba, was the 18th season of the competition, competed for by all 30 members of the Scottish Football League. The defending champions were St Johnstone, who defeated Dunfermline Athletic by 3–2 in the 2007 final.

2008–09 ALBA Challenge Cup
Tournament details
CountryScotland
Teams30
Defending championsSt Johnstone
Final positions
ChampionsAirdrie United
Runner-upRoss County
Tournament statistics
Matches played29
Goals scored87 (3 per match)

The competition was won by Airdrie United who defeated Ross County 3–2 on penalties following a 2–2 draw after extra time, the winning penalty was scored by Marc Smyth.

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