Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes pictured in April 2019
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes expecting upbeat Hearts
The Jambos head into Wednesday's cup clash fresh from Sunday's comeback victory over rivals Hibernian.
Sep 24, 17:30
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein hopeful Hearts can build on "enormous" derby win
Hearts' 2-1 victory at Hibernian eased the pressure on the manager.
Sep 23, 18:34
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein "thrilled" with "special" derby victory
Hibernian had taken the lead at Easter Road before the visitors hit back to win 2-1.
Sep 22, 19:32
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts come from behind to beat Hibernian in Edinburgh derby
Hearts came from behind to overcome Edinburgh rivals Hibernian.
Sep 22, 16:36
Lewis Stevenson in action for Hibernian in 2015
Lewis Stevenson calls on Hibs to 'step up' in crucial Edinburgh derby
Hibs have taken just one point from their last four league games.
Sep 21, 10:51
General view of Easter Road, home to Hibernian, from 2014
Hibs have Slivka missing for crunch Edinburgh derby
The Lithuanian is set to be sidelined for a few more weeks.
Sep 20, 14:57
Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson pictured in April 2018
Stephen Robinson challenges Motherwell to move second
Stephen Robinson's men will leapfrog Rangers if they make it four wins on the bounce.
Sep 20, 13:44
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Under-fire Hearts boss Craig Levein backs his team to turn things around
The Jambos are bottom of the table.
Sep 20, 10:25
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts owner Ann Budge gives backing to Craig Levein
Hearts are yet to win a game in the Ladbrokes Premiership this season.
Sep 18, 18:15
Jim Jefferies pictured in December 2013
Craig Levein passes Hearts well wishes on to Jim Jefferies
Jefferies fell ill while on the golf course, the Ladbrokes League Two club announced.
Sep 17, 17:19
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein insists he can turn Hearts form around
Pressure has been mounting on Levein following his side's disappointing start to the season.
Sep 17, 16:50
Paul Heckingbottom in charge of Leeds United on April 13, 2018
Crunch time for under-fire Paul Heckingbottom, Craig Levein in Edinburgh derby
Both sides have endured poor starts to the season.
Sep 16, 16:26
Paul Heckingbottom in charge of Leeds United on April 13, 2018
Paul Heckingbottom looking forward to "perfect game" with Edinburgh derby
Both teams from the capital have struggled so far this season.
Sep 15, 14:00
Steven MacLean in action for St Johnstone in 2014
Hearts forward Steven MacLean: 'We have let down Craig Levein'
Fans want boss Craig Levein to go after the Jambos dropped to the foot of the Ladbrokes Premiership.
Sep 15, 13:44
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on August 13, 2019
Scottish Premiership: Five things we learned
Celtic have had their best start for nine years after five wins from five.
Sep 15, 08:10
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein refuses to quit as Hearts manager
Craig vows to battle on despite protests after Hearts' home defeat to Motherwell.
Sep 14, 18:48
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein on the brink as Hearts suffer home defeat to Motherwell
Uncomfortable afternoon at Tynecastle as Steelmen take the points.
Sep 14, 16:38
John Souttar celebrates scoring for Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts defender Souttar remains sidelined
Steven Naismith is also unlikely to feature.
Sep 13, 11:46
Hearts manager Craig Levein pictured in October 2018
Levein believes criticism from Hearts fans is deserved as he urges improvement
Hearts have picked up just two points from their opening four league games.
Sep 13, 04:03
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Halkett: 'Craig Levein has full backing of Hearts squad'
Levein's men find themselves 11th in the Ladbrokes Premiership table.
Sep 11, 19:19
Brian Rice pictured at Hibs in 2009
Brian Rice hails strike partners George Oakley, Marios Ogkmpoe
The pair played an essential part in holding Hearts to a draw.
Sep 1, 15:13
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein insists he is right man for Hearts
Hearts remain second bottom of the top-flight.
Aug 31, 17:48
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts held to draw by Hamilton as pressure mounts on Craig Levein
he draw extends Hearts' winless league run to 11 matches.
Aug 31, 17:11
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein talks up Glenn Whelan experience
The midfielder joined the club this month after leaving Aston Villa.
Aug 24, 14:14
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein hits out at "madness" facing managers
The former Scotland manager faces Neil Lennon's Celtic on Sunday.
Aug 22, 11:49
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein delighted with Hearts response
Hearts knocked Motherwell out of the Betfred Cup.
Aug 16, 22:04
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Meshino would set pulses racing at Hearts - Levein
The Japanese forward looks set to join the club on loan from Manchester City.
Aug 15, 14:27
Glenn Whelan in a press conference on November 14, 2018
Levein's ambition led Whelan to join Hearts
The former Stoke and Aston Villa midfielder insists he is "not here just for a jolly-up".
Aug 14, 15:50
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
Hearts show interest in Manchester City striker Ryotaro Meshino?
Hearts are reportedly looking to secure a loan deal for Manchester City striker Ryotaro Meshino, who has only just moved to the Etihad Stadium.
Aug 13, 19:01
Kristoffer Ajer picture din August 2018
Five things we learned from the weekend's Scottish Premiership action
The league table already has a familiar feel after just two games of the new season.
Aug 11, 18:32
Michael Gardyne on his knees for Ross County in 2016
Michael Gardyne delighted with Ross County form
The Staggies have enjoyed an impressive start to the season.
Aug 11, 09:14
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Loic Damour delighted with Hearts move
French midfielder Damour signed a four-year deal after negotiating his release from Cardiff.
Aug 9, 14:34
Sam Cosgrove in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Cosgrove continues scoring run as Aberdeen beat Hearts
The striker made it seven goals in five games.
Aug 4, 16:08
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein not expecting Aberdeen to be weakened by their European efforts
The Dons beat Georgian side Chikhura Sachkhere 5-0 at Pittodrie on Thursday.
Aug 3, 13:57
Hearts manager Craig Levein pictured in 2017
Levein understands fan frustration after Hearts are booed off at East Fife
Hearts were held 1-1 by the part-timers before losing a penalty shoot-out.
Jul 27, 16:58
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts fail to impress as they reach last 16 of Betfred Cup
Craig Levein's side were beaten in a penalty shoot-out by part-timers East Fife.
Jul 27, 16:19
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Levein schedules extra shooting practice
Hearts have been failing to convert their chances.
Jul 26, 11:46
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein hails "good lesson about perseverance in the end"
Craig Halkett's two late goals secured victory.
Jul 24, 22:18
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Levein backs Hearts to rediscover killer touch ahead of Premiership opener
Hearts have not been shy in getting forward in their first two Betfred Cup clashes.
Jul 23, 10:31
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein calls on Hearts to be more clinical
Boss feels his team deserved to win by a bigger margin at former club Cowdenbeath.
Jul 16, 21:51
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