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Celtic warned of Hearts revenge mission as title charge might not be a one-off
Hearts manager Wouter Vrancken says his side must move on from last season’s collapse as Celtic seek to steady a four-loss run in five games.
- On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic secured a dominant 7-1 victory over Hearts at Celtic Park, extending their lead at the top to four points.
- Returning to the venue of their dramatic May title collapse, Hearts faced a formidable challenge against a Celtic side determined to reassert domestic dominance.
- Celtic established a 5-1 halftime lead with goals from Kieran Tierney, Benjamin Nygren, and Callum Osmand, plus a Jamie McCart own goal; Laurent Mendy scored Hearts' only response.
- Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken called the result "disappointing," acknowledging individual errors proved costly, while Celtic manager Martin O'Neill praised his team's pace and attacking cohesion.
- European competition awaits both clubs Thursday: Hearts travels to face Trabzonspor in the UEFA Conference League, while Celtic prepares to host Celta Vigo in the Europa League.
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Leaning Left5Leaning Right2Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution46% Left
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46% Left
L 46%
C 36%
R 18%
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