Celtic go within two points of Hearts after win over Motherwell

This football update changes the short-term context around team momentum and matchup expectations.

Celtic threw the gauntlet down to Hearts in the Scottish Premiership title race after they came from behind to beat 10-player Motherwell 3-1 at Celtic Park.

From a prediction angle, confirmed squad and form details usually move confidence more than headline noise.

We will keep watching follow-up confirmations and reflect them in related predictions where relevant.