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Hearts Report Assaults on Players During Celtic Celebration
Hearts have lodged a complaint about physical and verbal assaults on their players during the pitch invasion that followed Celtic's title celebration. The incident occurred after the final round of the Scottish Premiership.
Celtic defeated Hearts 2-1 in the last matchday, securing the league title. The match took place on Saturday.
After the final whistle, Celtic players and staff entered the field to celebrate their championship. The celebration triggered a crowd incursion onto the pitch.
During the invasion, Hearts players reported being subjected to verbal abuse and physical aggression. The club says its squad members were targeted.
Hearts has formally denounced the behaviour, describing it as unacceptable. The club calls for appropriate action to be taken.
The incident adds tension to an otherwise celebratory conclusion to the season. Authorities are expected to investigate the allegations.