Last time Celtic or Rangers didn't win Scottish league title: Hearts on precipice of historic championship
The 2025/26 Scottish Premiership season has seen an unexpected shift as Hearts emerge as strong contenders for the league title. Traditionally dominated by Celtic and Rangers, this season has been marked by struggles for both clubs. With Hearts holding a narrow lead, they are on the brink of a historic championship win, the first for a club other than Celtic or Rangers since 1985.
- ▪Hearts defeated Celtic 3-1 on October 26, igniting hopes for a league title.
- ▪Celtic's struggles have allowed Hearts to capitalize and maintain their position at the top.
- ▪The last time a team other than Celtic or Rangers won the Scottish league title was in the 1984/85 season.
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