14.05.2026 14:10
Celtic's 90+9th-minute goal in the Scottish Premiership has taken the title race to the final week. If Hearts earn points in the last match, they will end Celtic and Rangers' 41-year dominance.
The championship race in the Scottish Premiership is breathtaking. Following the results Hearts and Celtic achieved before the final week, all eyes are now on the big match.
CELTIC CAME TO LIFE AT THE LAST MOMENT
League leaders Hearts secured a critical victory by defeating Falkirk 3-0 at home. However, their closest rival Celtic kept their championship hopes alive for the final week by winning 3-2 away at Motherwell with a penalty goal in the 90+9th minute.
THAT GOAL CHANGED EVERYTHING
Had Celtic not scored that goal in stoppage time, Hearts would have gained a significant advantage before the final week. With this result, Hearts increased their points to 80, while Celtic reached 79 points.
A 41-YEAR HEGEMONY COULD END
In the final week of the league, the two teams will face each other on Saturday. If Hearts leaves the match at Celtic Park with a win or a draw, they will declare their 5th championship in history. If this scenario occurs, the 41-year championship dominance of Celtic and Rangers in Scottish football will also come to an end.
WINNING IS CELTIC'S ONLY OPTION
For Celtic to become champions, they must definitely defeat Hearts. If the green-and-white team achieves a happy ending, they will secure their 56th championship in league history and surpass their eternal rival Rangers in total championship titles.