Iheanacho's late penalty keeps Celtic's title hopes alive

Iheanacho's late penalty keeps Celtic's title hopes alive

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TopeOfLagos in Sports May 14, 2026, 1:33 am

Kelechi Iheanacho scored a controversial 99th-minute penalty as Celtic beat Motherwell 3-2 on Wednesday, keeping their Scottish Premiership title hopes alive going into the final day. The Nigerian international's spot-kick came after VAR spotted a handball by Motherwell's Sam Nicholson deep into stoppage time. Hearts remain on course for their first title since 1960 and could become the first non-Old Firm side to win in 41 years, leading Celtic by just one point. Hearts boss Derek McInnes called the penalty decision 'disgusting' and claimed his side are 'up against everything' in trying to end the Glasgow giants' dominance. The final day showdown at Tynecastle promises a dramatic conclusion to the season as Celtic must now beat Hearts by three goals to retain their title.


SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/05/13/iheanachos-late-penalty-for-celtic-sets-up-title-decider-against-hearts/


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