Hearts criticize ‘irresponsible’ pitch attack comments

Hearts hit out at Celtic boss Martin O’Neill for “grossly irresponsible” comments with “dangerous implications” about the Celtic Park pitch invasion Dismissal claim The incident has embarrassed Scottish football as “nonsense”.

Police Scotland are investigating after fans stormed the pitch to celebrate Calum Osmond’s 98th-minute goal as Celtic beat Hearts 3-1 to win the Scottish Premiership.

Hearts players confronted some fans, and Celtic apologized to their opponents earlier this week after being forced to make a hasty exit from the stadium.

Celtic manager O’Neill said on Monday he did not agree the incidents had marred his side’s dramatic victory.

“We are aware of the highly irresponsible comments made publicly this week, which appear to attempt to protect those who entered the grounds on Saturday and undermine the gravity of the situation.” Hearts in a statement. , outsider

“These comments carry dangerous implications, and we call on the football authorities to address this matter seriously and with the full cooperation of all concerned.”