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 a surprising turn of events with Hearts leading the league. Traditionally dominated by Celtic and Rangers, this season has seen both giants struggle. Hearts are now on the brink of a historic championship, a feat not achieved by any club other than Celtic or Rangers since 1985.
- ▪Hearts defeated Celtic 3-1 on October 26, igniting hopes for a league title.
- ▪Celtic's re-appointment of Martin O'Neill has revitalized their campaign.
- ▪The last time a team other than Celtic or Rangers won the league was in the 1984/85 season.
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