Celtic seal title against Hearts amid pitch invasion fallout
Opinion: Celtic’s resilience under Martin O’Neill trumped controversy and late-season drama, with Maeda and Osmand decisive vs Hearts. A cup final vs Dunfermline could complete a double.
Ref Don Robertson told the SPFL he blew full time in Celtic’s 3-1 win over Hearts, closing off replay or 3-0 forfeit scenarios under IFAB Law 5 after the pitch invasion that followed Callum Osmand’s goal.
Celtic seal a record 56th title with a 3-1 win over Hearts. Engels scores a penalty, Maeda adds a second and Osmand nets late. The champions overturn a one-point deficit to clinch a fifth straight crown.
Celtic’s 3-1 title-clinching win over Hearts was marred by a pitch invasion. Hearts allege ‘serious’ abuse, left early in kits, and want strong action. Martin O’Neill called any accosting ‘pretty serious’.
After six months out, Callum Osmand returns to assist Maeda then score Celtic’s third to clinch the title, calling it ‘like my life is a movie’ and hailing the fans as the best in the world.
During Man City vs Chelsea, Ally McCoist joked ‘wrong country’ over a handball call, a dig at Celtic’s late VAR penalty at Motherwell. Steven Gerrard agreed as they referenced recent controversy.
Martin O’Neill, 74, says he is ‘rejuvenated’ after guiding Celtic to the title and will not rule out staying. He targets a double with the Scottish Cup final vs Dunfermline on 05/23.
Callum McGregor hails Celtic’s heart and late goals after a tumultuous season, revealing he predicted the title after a 2-2 at Hearts in January. He lauds resilience through manager changes and injuries.
After Celtic’s 3-1 title win, Hearts left Parkhead swiftly and are probing full-time scenes following the pitch invasion that saw their players escorted away.
Celtic, crowned champions after a 3-1 win over Hearts, are seeded for the Champions League play-off in August. Potential opponents include Viking, with Europa League assured if they fall in qualifying.
Martin O’Neill said he did not see assaults on Hearts players amid the pitch invasion but called any accosting ‘pretty serious’. He admitted confusion over whether full time had been blown.
West Brom are tipped to land Falkirk striker Barney Stewart after a rejected bid, despite Celtic interest. The 22-year-old hit 10 goals since January and fits Albion’s young, resale-focused profile.
Celtic seize the title with two late goals against Hearts, triggering jubilant scenes and some unsavoury moments as Hearts were escorted off. O’Neill showed respect to rival Derek McInnes.
Celtic fans poured into Glasgow after the 3-1 win over Hearts, with clashes reported as celebrations followed a chaotic pitch invasion. Hearts left in kits, while Hoops marked five-in-a-row.
