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Sir Alex Ferguson sends Derek McInnes message ahead of Celtic vs Hearts

Hearts boss Derek McIness pointing his finger
Hearts boss Derek McIness pointing his fingerREUTERS/Russell Cheyne

Hearts are looking to win the Scottish Premiership title for the first time since 1960 on Saturday lunchtime.

A draw or win against the reigning champions, Celtic, undoubtedly under the backdrop of an incredible atmosphere, would end their 66-year wait for title glory. 

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Hearts have been immense all season, leading the division for most of the way, and they can do the unthinkable by doing something no team has managed since 1985. 

An Aberdeen side managed by the great Sir Alex Ferguson was the last non-Old Firm manager to win the league title. 

Derek McInnes is the boss looking to end that 41-year record, and speaking ahead of a mouth-watering showdown at Parkhead, the Scotsman said Ferguson sent him a "brilliant" following the 3-0 victory over Falkirk. 

"He sent me a brilliant message yesterday morning, and I’ll no doubt speak to him before the game," McInnes said, with history awaiting him. 

Arguably the majority of the footballing world - apart from Celtic fans - are hoping Hearts clinch the league title on Saturday lunchtime to spark wild celebrations and restore hope that Scottish football no longer belongs to two teams.