Hearts are on the brink of securing their first Scottish Premiership title since 1960, challenging the long-standing duopoly of Celtic and Rangers. They currently hold a one-point lead over Celtic heading into the final match of the season. Celtic dramatically kept their title hopes alive with a last-minute penalty win against Motherwell on Wednesday. The championship will be decided in a winner-takes-all clash between Hearts and Celtic this Saturday at Celtic Park. Hearts need only a win or a draw to claim the title, whereas Celtic must secure a victory to become champions.
What do Hearts need to win the league?
Hearts require just a draw or a win in the final match to secure the title. A draw would leave them level on points with Celtic, but Hearts hold a superior goal difference, meaning they would still finish top. A win would give them an outright lead. For Celtic, nothing less than a victory will suffice to overtake Hearts and claim the championship.
Scottish Premiership title permutations
- Hearts win or draw: Hearts are champions.
- Celtic win: Celtic are champions.
The final day showdown promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams knowing exactly what is at stake. Hearts will be aiming to end their 66-year wait for a top-flight title, while Celtic look to retain their crown.
