Hearts will be furious as SFA make announcement ahead of Celtic clash
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Credit: Imago Thu 14 May 2026 13:17, UK Hearts are set to travel to Celtic Park on Sunday as they hope to lift the Scottish Premiership title.A draw would be enough for Derek McInnes’ side to win the league. However, Celtic are arguably the favourites to win the game and therefore the trophy.Now, Hearts are arguably in an even worse position after the SFA announced that Don Robertson would be refereeing the match, with Kevin Clancy on VAR.The former official has overseen several controversial calls against the Jambos, particularly in matches against Celtic.Therefore, Hearts will be furious as they prepare for their Scottish Premiership title decider.Don Robertson has previous controversy in Celtic vs HeartsWith the officials already being in the spotlight after Celtic’s controversial penalty against Motherwell, anger is already high ahead of the title showdown.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES However, the appointment of Robertson to VAR will have done little to settle the Jambos’ nerves, given his history.Hearts’ last 10 matches against CelticWins 4Draws1Losses5Hearts need to get at least a point on Saturday to win the titleBack in May 2022, during a 4-1 defeat, Toby Sibbick appeared to be fouled by Callum McGregor in the build-up to the Hoops’ equaliser. Yet, no free-kick was given, which resulted in Robbie Neilson criticising the decision.On top of this, Clancy has made several controversial decisions in Celtic’s favour in recent years, including one in their 3-2 victory over Rangers in April 2023, where the Gers had a goal disallowed for a foul in the build-up.Therefore, given the pattern of contentious decisions that have landed in Celtic’s favour, Hearts will be furious with the appointment in what is the biggest match in their history.What is Hearts’ recent record vs Celtic?In recent years, Hearts have had a great record against Celtic.So far this season, the Jam Tarts are unbeaten against the Hoops, winning two of the clashes and drawing the other.Even going over the last nine clashes, Hearts have won four, Celtic have won four, with the other game ending in a draw.As a result, there is plenty to suggest that the Jambos are capable of getting a result at Celtic Park on Saturday.However, the Hearts players will no doubt face the biggest task of their careers, with Celtic likely more than ready to take on the Edinburgh club as they look to retain the title. 🏴 SPFL Insider Access Direct access to our dedicated Scottish hubs: Real-time intelligence from the heart of the SPFL