Can Hearts Defeat Weakened Celtic and Extend Eight-Point Lead?
Heart of Midlothian faces a significant challenge as they aim to maintain their lead against Celtic. The teams will meet once again, with Hearts looking to build on their recent form. They have won their last four league matches without conceding any goals, marking a promising trend for the club.
Can Hearts Defeat Weakened Celtic and Extend Their Lead?
Celtic’s struggles in recent away games provide Hearts with an opportunity. Historically, Hearts have lost 14 out of their last 16 matches against Celtic across all competitions. However, they managed to secure two league victories over Celtic in the current season, both ending with a score of 2-0.
Recent Form and Statistics
- Hearts’ Current Form: Unbeaten in the last four league matches, none conceded.
- Celtic’s Previous Matches: Suffered a 2-0 defeat against Dundee, looking to avoid consecutive league losses.
- Last Encounter: Hearts defeated Celtic 2-0 in December 2023.
Celtic’s last away league defeats occurred in May 2023, which adds pressure to their upcoming match against Hearts. The last time they faced a team sitting at the top of the league, they suffered a defeat against the same Hearts side in August 2018.
Key Player Highlights
Harry Milne from Hearts has been a standout player, leading the league with 12 chances created from set plays. His teammate, Alexandros Kyziridis, is also notable, currently holding the most assists in the league with four, tied with Cameron Congreve.
This clash between Hearts and Celtic will not only be a test of skill but also a significant moment for both teams in the Scottish Premiership. As Hearts strive to extend their eight-point lead, they must capitalize on Celtic’s current vulnerabilities.
