Romanov believed Celtic match was fixed, says Foulkes

Former Hearts chairman George Foulkes claims majority shareholder Vladimir Romanov was unhappy with a 1-1 draw against Celtic last season.

Mon, 05 Jun, 2006 - 20:53

Former Hearts chairman George Foulkes claims majority shareholder Vladimir Romanov was unhappy with a 1-1 draw against Celtic last season.

“Romanov was convinced the result had somehow been contrived and was suspicious,” said Foulkes, speaking in the documentary; Romanov: King of Hearts, to be shown on BBC Two Scotland tomorrow.

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