The Scottish Premiership title will be decided on the final day after Hearts and Celtic won their midweek matches. Hearts hold a one-point advantage and better goal difference heading into Saturday's clash at Celtic Park.
Hearts defeated Falkirk 3-0 at home with goals from Frankie Kent, Cammy Devlin and Blair Spittal. The victory keeps them on course for a first league title in 66 years if they avoid defeat against Celtic this weekend.
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Celtic advanced to the Scottish Cup semi-finals after defeating Rangers 4-2 on penalties following a 0-0 draw at Ibrox. The match ended in disorder as supporters from both sides invaded the pitch, leading to clashes and a police investigation. Several arrests were made amid reports of injuries to officers and members of the public.
Hearts came from behind to defeat Rangers 2-1 at Tynecastle on Sunday, restoring a three-point lead over Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Lawrence Shankland's winning goal dealt a major blow to Rangers' title hopes. The result moves Hearts seven points clear of Rangers with three games remaining.
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Celtic take on Rangers in the final Old Firm game of the Scottish Premiership season on Sunday. Both teams aim to close the gap on surprise leaders Hearts, who sit three points clear with three matches remaining.
Betway Premiership leaders Orlando Pirates suffered a setback in their title aspirations after being held to a 1-1 draw by Siwelele F.C. The Buccaneers came from behind to earn a point, now leading second-placed Mamelodi Sundowns by just one point despite having played an extra game.
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Mamelodi Sundowns were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Kaizer Chiefs in a Betway Premiership match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on May 6.
Kaizer Chiefs are preparing for Sunday's Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium, seeking to avoid a repeat of their 3-0 defeat in February. Both teams are in strong form, with Chiefs winning five straight matches and Pirates on a five-game winning streak atop the league log. Coaches and captains emphasized the match's unpredictability and high stakes for the title race.
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Manchester City secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley to move top of the Premier League on goals scored ahead of Arsenal. Erling Haaland scored the only goal in the sixth minute. The result confirmed Burnley's relegation to the Championship.