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Celtic clinch fifth straight title amid Glasgow street clashes

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Celtic secured a 3-1 victory over Heart of Midlothian at Parkhead, sealing their fifth consecutive Scottish Premiership crown. The win extinguished Hearts' 66‑year dream of a top‑flight trophy, as late goals in added time forced the title home. Thousands of supporters flooded Glasgow's Trongate, celebrating the triumph with chants and fireworks.

Police Scotland intervened after bottles and other missiles were hurled at officers assisting a medical emergency. Riot shields and a heavy presence were deployed as hostility escalated, prompting “decisive action” to disperse the crowd and close nearby roads. A Celtic fan was filmed with a bleeding head wound, underscoring the volatile atmosphere.

Manager Martin O'Neill condemned any assault on Hearts players, urging fans to celebrate responsibly. Celtic captain Callum McGregor praised the squad’s resilience after being written off earlier in the season. The result leaves Hearts mourning a missed chance to end Glasgow’s four‑decade dominance, while Celtic reinforce their grip on Scottish football.