Forbes Johnston (3 August 1971 – 12 July 2007) was a Scottish professional footballer playing primarily in defence, but also spending some time in the midfield. He started his career playing for junior side Musselburgh Athletic, and joined the professional ranks at Falkirk where he played from 1990 to 1996. He later joined Airdrieonians, where he played from 1996 to 2000. Forbes also represented his country in the Scotland under-21 team.