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Who will win Celtic vs Hearts? Our writers predict Premiership title decider rematch at Parkhead

It's a massive Premiership clash as the Jambos travel to Celtic Park looking for revenge

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Who will win Celtic vs Hearts? Our writers predict Premiership title decider rematch at Parkhead
Key Things to Know
  • Record Sport writers predict a high-scoring clash between Celtic and Hearts at Celtic Park.
  • Celtic manager Martin O'Neill faces growing pressure after a recent 4-1 Europa League loss to Benfica.
  • Wouter Vrancken's Hearts enter the fixture sitting third in the Scottish Premiership as the division's top scorers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Record Sport writers have delivered their predictions ahead of Celtic hosting Hearts at Celtic Park in the Scottish Premiership. The panel anticipates a high-scoring encounter, noting that Martin O'Neill's Celtic side faces mounting pressure following a 4-1 Europa League defeat to Benfica and defensive vulnerabilities that have seen them concede nearly 20 goals this season.

Wouter Vrancken's third-place Hearts enter the showdown as the division's top scorers seeking revenge after narrowly missing the title last term. Multiple writers argue Hearts have the firepower to take points from Celtic, while noting Celtic forward Kasper Hogh could potentially end his goal drought.

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