Scottish Premiership begins with questions about title contenders
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Scottish Premiership season kicks off on Friday, with a focus on whether any team can challenge Celtic and Rangers after Heart of Midlothian's strong performance last year. Hearts are undergoing a transition with new management and players, while Motherwell is also rebuilding after a tough summer. Aberdeen seeks improvement under new management, and Hibernian hopes for consistency to push for third. The season promises intrigue as clubs aim to disrupt the traditional title race narrative.
- •Scottish Premiership starts this Friday.
- •Hearts in transition under new management.
- •Motherwell and Hibernian rebuilding for better performance.
- •Aberdeen seeks improvement in season ahead.
- •Celtic and Rangers remain frontrunners for the title.
- 7:39 AMBBC Sport — Will Scottish Premiership return to two-team title tussle?
"A new Scottish Premiership season begins on Friday, but will anyone match Heart of Midlothian from last term and challenge Celtic and Rangers for the title?
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