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Hearts Top Premiership, Leave Rangers 12 Points Behind

12/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Hearts beat Rangers 2-1 at Tynecastle Park, with goals from Stuart Findlay and Lawrence Shankland, to top Premiership.
Hearts became the first non-Old Firm side to beat Celtic and Rangers four times this season since 1959-60.
Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd said Rangers are finished in the title race, noting a 12-point gap to Hearts.
The victory leaves Hearts nine points clear at the top and sets up a derby against Hibernian.

History

Historical Context

In 1960, Hearts finished second in the Scottish league, a rare achievement for non-Old Firm teams, as Celtic and Rangers dominated. Since then, the Old Firm has won 110 of 128 championships. Hearts' recent victory over Rangers marks their first season beating both giants four times since 1960, indicating a potential shift in the competitive landscape of Scottish football.

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Story summary

Hearts beat Rangers 2-1 at Tynecastle Park, with goals from Stuart Findlay and Lawrence Shankland, to top Premiership.
Hearts became the first non-Old Firm side to beat Celtic and Rangers four times this season since 1959-60.
Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd said Rangers are finished in the title race, noting a 12-point gap to Hearts.
The victory leaves Hearts nine points clear at the top and sets up a derby against Hibernian.

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