THE race for the Premiership title is heating up – and there’s another huge clash this weekend, which could be decisive.
Celtic return to the capital on Sunday to take on Hearts in what could be a monumental match in the lead up to the league decider.
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It was announced this week that the final round of fixtures in the top flight would be played on Saturday, May 18.
But there’s nine games left to play before that – including two Old Firm clashes – and Brendan Rodgers’ men are looking to cancel out Rangers’ two-point lead in the coming matches.
And up next is the trip to Tynecastle, where they’ll face Steven Naismith’s side, which includes a dangerous in-form Lawrence Shankland.
The gap at the top of the table could be as high as five points when the game gets underway too, with Rangers hosting Motherwell on Saturday.
But Rodgers will be focusing on his own side’s performance and will be hoping to build on their stunning 7-1 rout over Dundee midweek.
SunSport has all the details you need to know ahead of the Tynecastle clash.
What time does Hearts vs Celtic kick off?
- Hearts host Celtic on Sunday, March 3.
- The match kicks off at 12 noon.
- It will be held at Tynecastle Park Edinburgh.
What TV channel is Hearts vs Celtic on and can I live stream it?
- The game will be shown live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
- Coverage begins at 11am – one hour before kick-off.
- Sky customers can stream the game live via Sky Go.
- Alternatively, you can follow the action on the radio through BBC Sportsound.
- Or you can keep up with the game through SunSport’s very own LIVE blog.
- Highlights of the match will be shown on BBC Sportscene on Sunday at 7.15pm.
Who is the referee and who is on VAR duties?
- Don Robertson is the referee for this one.
- He will be assisted by Daniel McFarlane and Ross Macleod, with Graham Grainger the fourth official.
- John Beaton will be on VAR duties and will be assisted by Andrew McWilliam.
Team news
Celtic will remain without summer signing Maik Nawrocki, while key midfielder Reo Hatate is also sidelined.
The Hoops may also be forced to deal without skipper Callum McGregor, who picked up a knock and is a major doubt for the match.
Meanwhile, the Jambos won’t have Barrie McKay or Liam Boyce available as the pair remain on the sidelines.
Yutaro Oda and Craig Halkett will both miss this weekend’s clash as well.
Latest odds
Hearts 5/1
Draw 16/5
Celtic 1/2
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*Latest odds correct from Paddy Power as of Friday, March 1.
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