Spirit of ’86 looms over Hearts Scottish Premiership title hopes
The Scottish Premiership title race intensified over the weekend as Hearts maintained their lead despite late drama in the Edinburgh Derby against Hibs. Celtic kept pace with a 3-1 win over Falkirk, while Rangers suffered a surprising 3-2 defeat to Motherwell due to a 90th-minute winner. The outcome means only Celtic remain in realistic contention to challenge Hearts for the title with limited matches remaining.
- ▪Hearts preserved their position at the top of the Scottish Premiership after a late 2-1 comeback win over Hibs in the Edinburgh Derby.
- ▪Celtic defeated Falkirk 3-1 at Celtic Park to stay within striking distance of the league leaders.
- ▪Motherwell stunned Rangers with a 90th-minute winner from Emmanuel Longelo, securing a 3-2 victory at Ibrox Stadium.
- ▪The results mean Celtic are now the only team with a viable chance to overtake Hearts in the title race.
- ▪The 1986 title campaign, when Hearts came close to winning the league, is being referenced as a historical parallel by fans and media.
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