'Menacing and threatening atmosphere' forced Hearts exit

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Hearts say they were forced to leave Celtic Park immediately after the final whistle of their Scottish Premiership decider because of "the menacing and threatening atmosphere inside the stadium".

Fans invaded the pitch after Callum Osmand scored to put Celtic 3-1 ahead deep into stoppage time as the reigning champions leapfrogged the visitors to secure their fifth consecutive league title in an incredible conclusion to the season.

In a statement released after their return to Tynecastle, Hearts say they "utterly condemn the shameful scenes at Celtic Park, which have, once again, embarrassed Scottish football".

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Hearts centre-half Frankie Kent arrived back at Tynecastle in tears
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Centre-half Jamie McCart was also emotional
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Captain Lawrence Shankland and head coach Derek McInnes came back out to greet the fans
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Midfielder Cammy Devlin looked to be in shock
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Striker Pierre Landry Kabore was consoled by head coach Derek McInnes
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Hearts chair Ann Budge greeted the fans outside Tynecastle
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Hearts fans thanked the players

Slide 1 of 7, Hearts centre-half Frankie Kent arrives back at Tynecastle in tears, Hearts centre-half Frankie Kent arrived back at Tynecastle in tears

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