News · 4 May 2026

Hearts beat Rangers 2-1 to lead Premiership

Hearts have boosted their hopes of winning a league title, their first since 1960, after beating Rangers. The Edinburgh side secured a 2-1 victory over their title rivals at Tynecastle, with captain Lawrence Shankland scoring the decisive goal. This win puts Hearts on 74 points from 35 games, placing them one point ahead of Celtic and four clear of Rangers.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 May 2026 at 19:08

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