Hearts abandoned Celtic Park instantly after stoppage-time Celtic winner amid threatening crowd behavior.
Hearts were forced to leave Celtic Park immediately after the final whistle when fans stormed the pitch following Callum Osmand’s 90+3-minute goal, making it 3-1 to Celtic. The late winner secured Celtic’s fifth consecutive Premiership title in a dramatic season finale.
Hearts’ departure was rushed due to the chaotic scenes, ending their title hopes in the most hostile of circumstances. Upon returning to Tynecastle, Hearts issued a statement calling the atmosphere at Celtic Park “menacing and threatening,” forcing their immediate exit.
The club condemned the “shameful scenes” as an embarrassment to Scottish football, labeling the post-match chaos as unacceptable. The statement reflected their frustration over the hostile environment that overshadowed their campaign.
The emotional return to Tynecastle saw Hearts defender Frankie Kent in tears as the team arrived back at their stadium. Teammate Jamie McCart also showed visible distress, while captain Lawrence Shankland and head coach Derek McInnes greeted supporters outside.
Midfielder Cammy Devlin appeared stunned by the defeat, and striker Pierre Landry Kabore received comfort from McInnes. Hearts chair Ann Budge addressed fans outside the ground, with supporters expressing gratitude for the players’ efforts despite the disappointing end.
The mood was sombre as the team reflected on a season of missed opportunities. Many fans acknowledged the players’ commitment, even in the face of such a bitter conclusion. Looking ahead, Hearts will need to regroup after this crushing loss and the distressing scenes at Celtic Park.
The club’s focus will likely shift to rebuilding for next season, while Celtic celebrate their title dominance. The fallout from this match may also prompt discussions on fan behaviour and stadium security in Scottish football.