Derek McInnes blasted officials after a controversial 99th-minute spot kick sent the Scottish Premiership to a dramatic final day showdown.
Hearts manager Derek McInnes didn't hold back his fury following Celtic's dramatic last-minute penalty that has kept the Scottish Premiership title race breathing until the final matchday. The veteran coach branded the crucial spot kick "disgusting" and suggested his team is battling more than just their opponents on the pitch.
The controversial decision deep into stoppage time has thrown the championship race wide open, with Celtic now needing just one more result to clinch their latest title. McInnes, known for his passionate touchline presence, clearly felt his Hearts side had done enough to derail the Glasgow giants' title ambitions before the officials intervened.
The drama in Scottish football mirrors the kind of last-minute theatrics that have become commonplace across African leagues, where title races often go down to the wire. From the Egyptian Premier League to South Africa's DStv Premiership, late penalties and controversial calls have shaped championship outcomes throughout the continent this season.
As the dust settles on this explosive encounter, both teams will now prepare for a winner-takes-all final day that promises to deliver the kind of edge-of-your-seat entertainment that makes football the beautiful game. For Hearts, it's about proving they belong among Scotland's elite, while Celtic chase another chapter in their storied history.
