Brendan Rodgers furious about 'incompetence' after Celtic lose to Hearts

Celtic's chances were undermined in the opening 15 minutes when Cork's Adam Idah saw a penalty saved and Yang Hyun-jun was sent off.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers (left) gives instructions to Corkman Adam Idah. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire.

Brendan Rodgers claimed 10-man Celtic's 2-0 defeat at Hearts was "decided by the officials" as he lamented an early red card for Yang Hyun-jun and the award of the penalty that allowed the hosts to take the lead.

The Hoops arrived at Tynecastle knowing a victory would have taken them back to the top of the cinch Premiership after title rivals Rangers suffered a shock home loss to Motherwell the previous day.