NEWS
Hearts condemn Celtic fan pitch invasion after title loss
Heart of Midlothian lost the championship in Glasgow and were confronted by Celtic supporters during a pitch invasion. The incident occurred after the match. The club from Edinburgh released a strongly worded statement.
The defeat ended Hearts' long‑awaited quest for the championship, a disappointment for the club and supporters. The loss came in Glasgow.
After the final whistle, a group of Celtic supporters entered the pitch. Their presence led to a direct confrontation with Hearts players.
Witnesses described the encounter as personal, with Hearts players facing the fans up close. The atmosphere turned hostile.
Heart of Midlothian responded with a strongly worded statement condemning the behavior. The club called the actions unacceptable and demanded accountability.
The club said it will cooperate with authorities to ensure safety and prevent similar incidents. It stressed the need for respect in Scottish football.