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As of December 19, 2025, Hearts are leading the Scottish Premiership by six points, with Celtic in second and Rangers in third place.

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Celtic Stumble: Rangers & Hearts Lead Chaotic Scottish Premiership

19 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Hearts lead the Premiership by six points over Celtic.
Rangers are mounting a charge, sitting three points behind Celtic.
New Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy has lost his first four games.

Celtic Stumble: Rangers & Hearts Lead Chaotic Scottish Premiership

The Scottish Premiership is currently in a state of dramatic upheaval, with Hearts unexpectedly leading the league by six points over Celtic. Rangers are firmly in contention, sitting in third place and just three points behind their Old Firm rivals. The unexpected early season success of Hearts under Derek McInnes has shifted focus, as Rangers, under Danny Röhl, are now the primary challengers to the top spot.

New Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy is under immense pressure, having lost his first four games—a record not seen since Jock Stein 47 years ago. His team's struggles have allowed Rangers and Hearts to gain significant ground. Should Rangers defeat Hearts on Sunday, Celtic could find themselves third by Christmas, highlighting the precariousness of their position.