Scottish Premiership returns with title race intrigue

Hearts came within nine minutes of ending 40 years of Old Firm dominance last season.

What happened. The Scottish Premiership season kicks off this Friday, with Celtic defending their title after a dramatic last-day win over Hearts.

• Hearts led until 87th minute before Daizen Maeda equalised.
• Celtic scored a third deep into injury time to seal the title.
• Hearts lost manager Derek McInnes and key players in summer.

Hearts, under new boss Wouter Vrancken, aim to challenge again after a turbulent pre-season.

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