Sky Sports make Hearts TV picks after SPFL and broadcaster talks as race vs Celtic open to 'widest audiences'
Sky Sports have made their selections for the final week of the Premiership season involving Hearts.
Hearts’ final two games of the season will be broadcast by Sky Sports, the club and broadcaster have confirmed after talks, as they chase the Premiership title.
The Jambos drew with Motherwell on Saturday and second-placed Celtic’s win against Rangers on Sunday means their lead in first is down to a point. Hearts host Falkirk and Celtic are at Motherwell before the pair meet on May 16th in what could be a final day shootout of epic proportions if both sides win their midweek games.
It’s been confirmed that with Hearts able to win the league with three points over ex-boss John McGlynn, and a Hoops loss, their Wednesday fixture will be beamed by Sky. Goals will be shown from Fir Park if they fly in while the final day clash between the top two is also to be screened next weekend regardless of outcomes midweek.
Will Celtic vs Hearts be on TV?
Hearts said in a statement: “Hearts’ final two games of the season will be shown live on Sky Sports. The Jambos host Falkirk at Tynecastle Park on Wednesday, 13th May in an 8pm kick off before travelling to Celtic Park on Saturday, 16th May at 12.30pm.
“Following discussions between the relevant clubs, Sky Sports and the SPFL, it has been agreed that given the potential significance of these games, it is only right that they be selected for live television coverage in order to open them up to the widest audiences possible. In addition, Hearts TV will broadcast a special live pre-match and full-time show from inside Tynecastle on Wednesday night.”
Host Eilidh Barbour said on coverage of Celtic’s win over Rangers: “We will bring you all the drama this week on this title race. On Wednesday we will be at Tynecastle as leaders Hearts play Falkirk. We will bring you all the goals as they happen from Fir Park as Motherwell host Celtic. Then, potentially, a final day shootout. Celtic against Hearts next Saturday to end what has been the most fascinating of seasons.”
Hearts’ 1-1 draw with Motherwell on Saturday night allowed Celtic a chance to close the gap but the current leaders control their own fate. Parkhead captain Callum McGregor said to Sky: "Huge win, they all are, especially the home games. There's big expectations to go win the game and the manner we did was outstanding, considering the circumstances and the context of the season.
Callum McGregor on title race between Celtic and Hearts
”The atmosphere in the stadium was something special. To win big games, you have to peak at the right time. The team is starting to look more like its usual self. It's about turning up and performing and making sure you win them. We started well, but you know Rangers are a threat on the counter. They have good ball carriers, a striker who is good on transition moments.
“We knew if we were too gung-ho, we would get picked off and that's what happened. It was a case of resetting. We had good momentum, got a goal at a good time and didn't really look back. It's in our hands. We just approach every game the same way we've always done, work as hard as we possibly can. We have to bring that to Wednesday night and that sets us up for the end of the week."
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