1985–86 Scottish Football League

Scottish football season Statistics of the Scottish Football League in season 1985–86. Scottish Premier Division 1985–86 Scottish Premier Division Celtic won the League and became champions in one of the closest finishes in League history. On the final day of the season Hearts were leading Celtic by two points - a draw against Dundee would have been sufficient to see them win their first League title since the 1959–60 season. Hearts lost 2–0 to Dundee at Dens Park thanks to two goals by substitute Albert Kidd; the first in the 83rd minute and the second in the final minute while Celtic beat St Mirren 5–0 at Love Street. As a result, Celtic won the league on goal difference. Relegation was suspended due to league reconstruction, therefore Motherwell and Clydebank retained their Premier Division status. Scottish First Division 1985–86 Scottish First Division Scottish Second Division 1985–86 Scottish Second Division See also 1985–86 in Scottish football References Association football Scotland Category:Scottish Football League seasons