In a surprising twist of fan sentiment, some Hibernian supporters are contemplating whether a loss to Celtic might be preferable if it serves to thwart their rivals' league ambitions.
This raises an intriguing question about loyalty and rivalry in sports: would fans truly root for their own team's defeat for the sake of denying another team success?
As the league progresses, the motivations behind such thoughts reflect the complex emotions that can accompany sports fandom, where rivalries often take precedence over team allegiance.