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Past head-to-head final-day title deciders, as Celtic face Hearts in epic showdown
TL;DR
Celtic faces Hearts in a decisive Scottish Premiership showdown today, with Hearts leading by one point. A victory or draw for Hearts will secure their first title since 1985, breaking the Celtic-Rangers dominance.
Key points
- Celtic and Hearts are competing for the Scottish Premiership title.
- Hearts lead Celtic by one point heading into the final match.
- Hearts aim to win their first title since 1985.
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Past head-to-head final-day title deciders, as Celtic face Hearts in epic showdown
Celtic and Hearts will battle it out for the Scottish Premiership today in a dramatic conclusion to the campaign.
It's a winner-takes-all showdown at Celtic Park, with Hearts one point above defending champions Celtic heading into the final fixture.
The Edinburgh side are aiming to become the first Scottish side outside of Celtic and Rangers towin the title since 1985, in what has been one of the stories of the season. It all comes down to a tough trip to Glasgow, where Hearts can be crowned champions if the club avoid defeat.
Final-day head-to-head title deciders are rare, but there have been some memorable past occasions.
Bologna vs Inter Milan (1964)
For the first and only time inSerie A history, a play-off match was scheduled to determine the league champions in 1964/65.
Bologna and Inter had both finished level on 54 points, with the former boasting a superior goal difference, though rules dictated a winner-takes-all play-off.
Bologna secured a famous 2-0 win at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome to take the title.
Liverpool vs Arsenal (1989)
Q&A
What are the stakes for Celtic and Hearts in the final match?
Celtic must win to retain their title, while Hearts can become champions with a win or draw.
When was the last time a team other than Celtic or Rangers won the Scottish Premiership?
The last team outside of Celtic and Rangers to win the title was Aberdeen in 1985.
Where is the final match between Celtic and Hearts taking place?
The final match is taking place at Celtic Park in Glasgow.
