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	Club Statement
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	<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;color:#f6bc5e;font-size:12px;">20 May 2026</span>
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		<strong style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;"><span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">Heart of Midlothian Football Club would once again like to thank our incredible supporters for their magnificent backing throughout this season, and to provide an update in relation to the events which unfolded at Celtic Park on Saturday.</span></strong>
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		<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">As previously noted, the Club is investigating events before, during and after the match, and will offer Police Scotland our full support as they continue with their enquiries.</span>
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		<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">We have also written to the SFA and SPFL setting out our observations and questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the premature ending of the match, and expressing our concern that a troubling precedent has been set whereby a pitch invasion can effectively determine the duration of a football match, rather than the match officials.  We have asked them for a prompt response to the points we have raised.</span>
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		<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">The incursion of spectators onto the field of play must never be condoned under any circumstances, and the seriousness of the potential consequences must be fully understood by supporters and clubs alike.</span>
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		<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">We are aware of highly irresponsible comments made publicly this week, which appear to seek to defend those who entered the pitch on Saturday and undermine the gravity of the situation. Those remarks carry dangerous implications, and we call upon the football authorities to ensure that this matter is addressed with the seriousness it demands, and with the full cooperation of all involved.</span>
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		<span style="border-color:#e5e7eb;border-style:solid;border-width:0px;">This has been an excellent season for Heart of Midlothian. However, it represents only the very beginning of our plans for long-term sustained success. We look ahead to next season with confidence, supported as ever by the exceptional backing of our fans, sponsors and partners.</span>
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	Source: <a href="https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/blogs/news/club-statement-1" rel="external">https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/blogs/news/club-statement-1</a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211264</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:20:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It is coming! World Cup 2026</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211222-it-is-coming-world-cup-2026/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Time to look ahead a few weeks. 
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	Manager Steve Clarke will announce the 26 man squad for WC26 at 11am on Tuesday 19 May 2026. 
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	Really hope CG and LS make the final cut. 
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	BBC Sport has announced it's large team of presenters and commentators.  Surprised by how many BBC Scotland pundits are included, including Tom English, Liam McLeod and Chris McLaughlin
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	Is anyone excited for this? 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211222</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:13:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Heart Of Midlothian summer transfer window 2026 -  Josh McPake signed</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/209803-heart-of-midlothian-summer-transfer-window-2026-josh-mcpake-signed/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	<img alt=":jj:" data-emoticon="" src="https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/uploads/emoticons/default_jjsmall.png" title=":jj:" />
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	I'll attempt to compile all signings and rumours on the front page for quick reference
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">209803</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:18:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Hearts In European competition 2026/2027</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211268-hearts-in-european-competition-20262027/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	So, who would we like to meet in European competition?
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	Some good possibilities and a thorough primer on 'Hearts Standard'.
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	<a href="https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/26117106.can-hearts-face-champions-league-aston-villa-interest/" rel="external">https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/26117106.can-hearts-face-champions-league-aston-villa-interest/</a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211268</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:18:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Mikey Galloway RIP</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211258-mikey-galloway-rip/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	<a href="https://tinyurl.com/yupsvuam" rel="external">https://tinyurl.com/yupsvuam</a>
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	Sad to hear, always liked him,had his issues unfortunately.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211258</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:48:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>We&#x2019;ve never been best of pals with them ..</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211255-we%E2%80%99ve-never-been-best-of-pals-with-them/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	.. but imagine the bad blood with Celtic now, regardless of outcome. 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211255</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:37:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Hearts have got the audio for the end of the game</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211242-hearts-have-got-the-audio-for-the-end-of-the-game/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ipsEmbeddedOther" contenteditable="false">
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211242</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:33:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Hearts and Brighton</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211266-hearts-and-brighton/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	There is a possibility Hearts and Brighton could both end up in the Europa league.
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	Tony Bloom owns Brighton, and 30% of Hearts, yes I realise they are non-voting shares, but he still has
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	a vested interest in the club. How will UEFA look at this should both clubs make it to the group stages?
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211266</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:54:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Heart of Midlothian Womens SWPL 2025/2026 season - more tickets made available for final game</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/207900-heart-of-midlothian-womens-swpl-20252026-season-more-tickets-made-available-for-final-game/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Setting up a thread for this coming seasons fixtures in SWPL. 
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	Thread to be used for discussion of games, players signed/ leaving and general performance over the season.
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	It would be really good if thread doesn't, yet again, consist of posts stating women should not be playing professional football, whether they should be paid for playing football, whether Hearts should have a women's team (we do so it's a pointless discussion), whether it should be on the TV, whether male amateur team would beat our women's team or whether you once played 5 a sides in the 1980's with a retired female footballer and in your opinion she wasn't very good.
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	First game on Aug 17th v Celtic.
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	Hoping for a good season and a run at league/the cups.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">207900</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:58:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The silence from the rest of Scotland is deafening</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211205-the-silence-from-the-rest-of-scotland-is-deafening/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	even if we put the corrupt officiating in the games over the last week to one side, the despicable pitch invasion before the game was over Saturday &amp; the intimidation &amp; appalling action of 1000’s of Celtic fans to one side - there is very little sympathy in the establishment media which i half expected, but the lack of any other football club in Scotland condemning it, is well deafening 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211205</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:07:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tony Bloom on Talksport (merged)</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211257-tony-bloom-on-talksport-merged/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Listening to Talksport 
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	Tony Bloom will be on shortly could be worth a listen 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211257</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:11:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin O&#x2019;Neill</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211097-martin-o%E2%80%99neill/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Cosy chat with head of referees Willie Collum paid premiums.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211097</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:19:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Wilson and McFarlane</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211267-wilson-and-mcfarlane/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Joining the Scotland squad for training next week then McFarlane's going to the US with them as a training keeper.
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	<a href="https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/blogs/news/young-duo-to-join-scotland-training-camp" rel="external">https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/blogs/news/young-duo-to-join-scotland-training-camp</a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211267</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:18:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Famous Heart of Midlothian</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211231-the-famous-heart-of-midlothian/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	I’ve stayed away from social media since Saturday, processing the feelings after what went on. 40+ years following Hearts home and away, all over Europe I’ve seen the highs and the lows.  <br />
	 
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	Like every fan before Saturday I hoped for the best but I knew it was a ridiculously difficult task and had prepared myself for the worst. <br />
	 
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	Strangely I don’t feel the same as I have with much lesser disappointments from Hearts. What I’m left with is just a huge sense of pride at what this club as a whole has done this season. The players have been incredible, the management and backroom staff, the board have all given their all and above all else us the fans. This is how Heart of Midlothian should be one big family ready to take on any challenge. <br />
	 
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	Despite the bitter ending I can’t wait for next season already, it’s been an absolute joy following Hearts this season so many brilliant memories both and Tynecastle and away. Our run has put us firmly on map outside of Scotland and shown the club at its best <br />
	 
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	Let’s go again next season!
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	Gorgie Rules!
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211231</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Transfermarkt Hearts Squad Values changed</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211262-transfermarkt-hearts-squad-values-changed/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	<a href="https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/heart-of-midlothian-fc/startseite/verein/43" rel="external">Heart of Midlothian FC - Club profile | Transfermarkt</a>
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	Recent changes to value of the players. Feel a few have been shafted. Not that it reflects much in real terms but interesting never the less
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211262</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:36:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Celtic manager next season</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211241-celtic-manager-next-season/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Do you think they'll get this one right...? 
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	They usually go for the ex player/Irish mentality, although Brenda mk2 may have put and end to that. Apart from bring back Ange or keeping the aging leprechaun, it might just be another f..k up.
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	Thoughts anyone.....?
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211241</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:50:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should set date and time</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211263-should-set-date-and-time/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	For Hearts fans to stage peaceful protest outside Hampden 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211263</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:12:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Spygate - Southampton booted out ( updated )</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/210999-spygate-southampton-booted-out-updated/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Non Hearts for once! 
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	This is quite the story and the fact that they have delayed playing the play-off final because of it is huge!
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	Middlesborough now are calling for Southampton be expelled from the playoffs! 
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	<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cwy2dg2w168o" rel="external">https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cwy2dg2w168o</a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">210999</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:39:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>A statement has been made ( updated )</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211058-a-statement-has-been-made-updated/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Hold the SFA to their rules and push for a replay or forfeit. I don't give a **** if I'm clutching at straws. The match was abandoned and our players were assaulted. Simple as that. Mutant *****. **** Celtic, **** Ian crocker, **** the SFA
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211058</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 14:17:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Heritage Trail Coach Tour - Sunday 24 May 1PM - Limited Places Available</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211265-heritage-trail-coach-tour-sunday-24-may-1pm-limited-places-available/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	The first Heritage Trail Coach Tour of the season takes place on Sunday 24 May at 1PM. <br />
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	NB later start time than normal due to the Edinburgh Marathon.<br />
	 
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	<strong>Follow in the footsteps of heroes through the city, as we reveal where the Heart of Midlothian Football Club, one of Edinburgh’s oldest institutions, was formed.</strong> 
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	Discover the hidden gems of Hearts' early history, as our experienced tour guides take us to where the first players kitted up and where Directors met to discuss Club business.  Stand with us at the location of the first ever Scottish Cup tie; learn how match results were shared in the olden days, and how work mates became teammates as they discovered a love of the game. 
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	Relax on board the bus, while our professional tour guides share the extensively researched story of the early history of Hearts. Allows us to escort you through an unforgettable experience filled with fun and facts and football! 
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	This is an unmissable exploration of the history of the Heart of Midlothian intertwined with the sights of the beautiful city of Edinburgh. 
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	We have have a limited number of places available for Sunday's tour. <br />
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	Book using link below.
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	<a href="https://www.universe.com/events/heritage-trail-coach-tour-tickets-2MV9P0" rel="external">https://www.universe.com/events/heritage-trail-coach-tour-tickets-2MV9P0</a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211265</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:31:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>I am confident we will be given the league,</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211098-i-am-confident-we-will-be-given-the-league/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	How do you explain 
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	Your own rules were breached are you going to act or shaft Scottish fans like normal 
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	This for me is a significant moment in Scottish football
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	I believe Europe authorities will decide this in our favour 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211098</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:42:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Club Comms</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211185-club-comms/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	There has of course been 'the statement' but aside from that have we heard from anyone at the club in an official capacity?
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	This isn't a mump or a demand to, just unsure if I've missed it in all the drama.
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	The ending stings but it would be nice to hear from them as overall it's been incredible.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211185</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 06:54:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Has McKinley Resigned Yet?</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211173-has-mckinley-resigned-yet/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Can't see the McKinley thread anymore. Feel free to merge.
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	You can't be both- If McKinley goes to the USA on a jolly with the SFA there should be an absolute riot.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211173</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:52:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Referee Songs</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211180-referee-songs/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Bring back the referee songs. <br />
	 
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	A thread solely for our terrace songs about the cheating referees only. We know who they are. <br />
	 
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	The Welsh national anthem was once used by us with alternate lyrics. <br />
	 
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	But I’m sure we could easily make new ones. <br />
	 
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	knock yourselves out. 
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">211180</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:56:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Patience is key, I don't want the 'Tainted Title'</title><link>https://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/index.php?/topic/211225-patience-is-key-i-dont-want-the-tainted-title/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Lots of people wondering if Tony Blooms silence is because we've given up or rolling over. Not a chance.
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	His legal team will be all over this. Players would of been briefed immediately on the bus home on Saturday regarding saying nothing on socials, or in Del and Claudio's case the awards earlier this week. The teams silence and non reaction is exactly the right thing to do now. They will be looking at everything, speaking with police first and waiting for an offical response from the GFA before reacting. The silence is a very good thing and shows they're approaching this properly.
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	I don't care if a certain window means it will be too late get a forfeited title. I don't want it, it will be tainted with the Celtic filth now and outsiders will only see us winning it 'by default'. I'd rather we come back next season and win it fair and square (As opposed to the GFA and smelltic). <br />
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	Dignity always wins (In the end). Playing the long game and getting the right legal result is now the priority not just for us, but for the whole of Scottish Football.<br />
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	Have faith in Tony and his team, Celtic can have the tainted title, we're Hearts and we're better than that !
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