Celtic Points Deduction after CHEATING Hearts in broad-daylight at Parkhead amid Ugly Chaotic Pitch Invasion after full-time resulting in Alleged Hearts Players ASSAULT

The Scottish FA could consider handing out a points deduction after Celtic supporters stormed the pitch during Saturday’s match against Hearts, according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee Keith Hackett.

Hackett exclusively told Football Insider that previous punishments have done little to discourage fans from similar behavior. Ugly scenes had already followed Celtic’s Scottish Cup final win over Rangers in March, when the club was warned of a potential sanction—yet supporters once again let their emotions take control.

Daizen Maeda appeared to score the decisive winner in the 87th minute on May 16, before Callum Osmand added a third goal, and chaos erupted at Celtic Park, leaving Hearts devastated.

Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Hackett said: “The Scottish FA will have to look seriously at what measures they need to take to prevent fans from intruding onto the field of play. They should consult with the club to stop fans getting onto the pitch—perhaps by increasing the number of stewards around the perimeter.

“Otherwise, it will be a monetary fine, which so far appears to have had little effect. I would suggest that on the horizon, they will be considering two possible options. First, a match played with no supporters allowed in the stadium. Second, the ultimate punishment: a points deduction. They cannot ignore this incursion, where players’ and officials’ safety is at risk.”

There was also controversy surrounding the full-time whistle itself, with no one in the stadium entirely sure whether the referee had actually blown it to crown Celtic champions. Hackett admitted he was just as confused but strongly supported referee Don Robertson’s decision to end the match early.

Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, he said: “There was certainly confusion after Celtic put the ball into an empty net—the goalkeeper had pushed up into the opponent’s box in search of an equalizer. What happened next was that the home fans could not contain their excitement and, sadly, ran onto all areas of the stadium.

“The referee, who had delivered a strong performance, would have liked to restart play at the halfway line and then blow the final whistle. Frankly, he had no chance of doing that because of the disorder. The Scottish FA will have been present at the game, and they will have to decide what action needs to be taken.”