Hearts and Celtic set for final day showdown to win Scottish Premiership – here’s what to know

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14 May 2026 • 6:15 AM MYT
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Hearts and Celtic set for final day showdown to win Scottish Premiership – here’s what to know

  • 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.

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