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Hearts criticizes Celtic after European success, prompts comeback from Sturm Graz

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:35 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Hearts criticizes Celtic after European success, prompts comeback from Sturm Graz

Summary

Hearts secured a spot in the Conference League after defeating Rapid Vienna on penalties following a 2-2 draw in the play-off tie. The Scottish club quickly mocked Celtic for their collapse against LASK after holding a 3-0 first-leg advantage. Celtic's failure led to a drop into the Europa League. In response to Hearts' dig, Sturm Graz referenced the Jambos' earlier European woes, highlighting their heavy defeats earlier this summer. The exchange underscored the ongoing rivalry and competitive atmosphere surrounding Scottish football.

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•Hearts wins against Rapid Vienna on penalties, 4-3.
•Celtic collapses against LASK, dropping to the Europa League.
•Sturm Graz refers to Hearts' previous 6-0 aggregate defeat.
•Hearts' social media mockery sparks response from Sturm Graz.

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6:35 AMYahoo Sports — Hearts aim cheeky Celtic dig only for Austrian club to deliver brutal response

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Hearts aimed a cheeky dig at Celtic following their European success on Thursday night – only for the joke to quickly come back in their direction.The Tynecastle side secured their place in the Conf...
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