The Scottish Premiership season culminates in a dramatic final day as Celtic host league leaders Hearts at Celtic Park. With only a single point separating the two sides, the match will determine the champion in one of the most thrilling title races in recent memory.
How the Standings Look
Hearts currently sit atop the table with 80 points, while Celtic trail closely with 79. The Edinburgh club holds a slender advantage, meaning a draw would be enough to secure their first top-flight league title since 1960.
Midweek Drama Sets the Stage
The penultimate round of fixtures delivered high drama. Hearts comfortably defeated Falkirk 3-0 to maintain their lead. Celtic, however, required a dramatic comeback at Motherwell, trailing 1-0 and then pegged back at 2-2 before scoring a last-gasp 3-2 winner from a controversial VAR-assisted penalty. That victory kept Celtic's title hopes alive.
What Each Result Means
- Hearts win: A victory for Hearts would leave them four points clear of Celtic, securing the championship and breaking the long-standing Glasgow duopoly.
- Celtic win: If Celtic win, they will leapfrog Hearts to finish on 82 points, snatching the title from the league leaders at the final hurdle.
- Draw: Any drawn scoreline would be enough for Hearts, giving them 81 points to Celtic's 80.
Rangers Out of Contention
Rangers, currently on 69 points, cannot win the title. The trophy will go to either Glasgow's East End or the Scottish capital.
How to Watch
The match kicks off at 12:30 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2026, and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
