Celtic survive Hearts scare

Ange Postecoglou’s Celtic have survived a Hearts fightback to win their Scottish Premiership clash 2-1 but remain four points adrift of leaders Rangers.

Quickfire first-half goals from Reo Hatate and Giorgos Giakoumakis gave visitors Celtic a comfortable lead yesterday before Liam Boyce pulled a goal back.

Hearts then missed a glorious chance to level when Nir Bitton and Matt O’Riley handled in the area.

Boyce hit the post from the spot and third-placed Hearts lost more ground on the top two.