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Hearts advance to Conference League after defeating Rapid Vienna on penalties

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:25 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Hearts advance to Conference League after defeating Rapid Vienna on penalties

Summary

Hearts qualified for the Conference League following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Rapid Vienna. The match took place on August 26, 2026, where Hearts, reduced to 10 men due to Tomas Magnusson's red card, rallied to equalize and force penalties. The defeat leaves Celtic, who collapsed in their Champions League playoff against LASK, to enter the Europa League instead. Celtic captain Callum McGregor acknowledged the team's poor performance and the financial implications of their exit.

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By the Numbers

•Hearts beat Rapid Vienna on penalties after a 4-4 aggregate tie.
•Celtic surrendered a four-goal lead to LASK and will play in the Europa League.
•Tomas Magnusson received a red card for Hearts during the match.
•Hearts goalkeeper Beau Reus saved two penalties in the shootout.
•Callum McGregor of Celtic admitted to a passive performance.

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