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'Menacing and threatening atmosphere' forced Hearts exit
TL;DR
Hearts were compelled to leave Celtic Park immediately after the match due to a 'menacing and threatening atmosphere.' The incident occurred following Celtic's victory in the Scottish Premiership decider.
Key points
- Hearts left Celtic Park immediately after the match
- Atmosphere was described as menacing and threatening
- Celtic won the match 3-1 to secure the league title
- Hearts condemned the events at the stadium
- Fans invaded the pitch after Celtic's third goal
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Hearts say they were forced to leave Celtic Park immediately after the final whistle of their Scottish Premiership decider because of "the menacing and threatening atmosphere inside the stadium".
Fans invaded the pitch after Callum Osmand scored to put Celtic 3-1 ahead deep into stoppage time as the reigning champions leapfrogged the visitors to secure their fifth consecutive league title in an incredible conclusion to the season.
In a statement released after their return to Tynecastle, Hearts say they "utterly condemn the shameful scenes at Celtic Park, which have, once again, embarrassed Scottish football".
More to follow.
More to follow.
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Hearts centre-half Frankie Kent arrives back at Tynecastle in tears Image source, PA
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Hearts centre-half Frankie Kent arrived back at Tynecastle in tears
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Hearts centre-half Jamie McCart is in tears on his return to Tynecastle Image source, SNS
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Centre-half Jamie McCart was also emotional
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Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland and head coach Derek McInnes greet the fans Image source, SNS
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Captain Lawrence Shankland and head coach Derek McInnes came back out to greet the fans
Q&A
What caused Hearts to leave Celtic Park after the match?
Hearts left Celtic Park due to a 'menacing and threatening atmosphere' created by fans invading the pitch.
What was the outcome of the Scottish Premiership decider between Hearts and Celtic?
Celtic won the match 3-1, securing their fifth consecutive league title.
How did Hearts respond to the events at Celtic Park?
Hearts condemned the 'shameful scenes' at Celtic Park, stating they embarrassed Scottish football.
