Craig Beattie's Iconic Celtic Celebration
A Moment Etched in Hearts History
Heart of Midlothian vs. Celtic, 2012
In 145 years of Heart of Midlothian history, nobody has celebrated beating Celtic quite like Craig Beattie. The former Scotland striker, who won three Scottish Cup winners medals with the Hoops, etched his name into Jambos folklore with his iconic goal celebration in 2012.
It was a moment that summed up the passion and rivalry between the two Edinburgh clubs. Beattie, who had been a boyhood Celtic fan, had joined Hearts the previous summer after a spell in England with Burnley. When he scored the winning goal in the Scottish Cup semi-final, he couldn't resist celebrating in front of the Celtic fans.
Beattie's celebration, which saw him mimic the "shushing" gesture that had been used by Celtic fans towards Hearts fans in the past, was met with a mixture of anger and amusement. But for Hearts fans, it was a moment to cherish.
A Lasting Impression
Beattie's celebration is still talked about today, and it remains one of the most iconic moments in Scottish football history. It is a reminder of the passion and rivalry that exists between the two Edinburgh clubs, and it is a moment that will live long in the memory of Hearts fans.
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