Daniel Stendel pictured in charge of Barnsley in October 2019
Hearts finally win under Stendel with cup thrashing of Airdrie
The victory was the first in 10 matches for the Premiership basement side.
Jan 18, 18:22
Hull's Tom Eaves celebrates in November 2019
Tom Eaves hat-trick fires Hull to dramatic late FA Cup win at Rotherham
Tom's treble takes Tigers through at expense of 10-man Millers.
Jan 4, 14:55
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Hamilton condemn Hearts to third defeat in a week
The Jambos are now three points adrift.
Dec 21, 17:13
Hearts' Michael Smith pictured in October 2018
Michael Smith confident Hearts are on right path under Daniel Stendel
The Jambos remain second bottom in the table.
Dec 19, 16:01
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on November 28, 2019
Celtic move three points clear of Rangers with win at Hearts
Celtic are five points ahead of rivals Rangers having played a game more.
Dec 18, 21:49
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Women's champ Mikuru Suzuki denied PDC history in sudden-death decider
Mikuru Suzuki almost made history while last year's runner-up Michael Smith crashed out.
Dec 16, 03:44
General view of Tynecastle Park, home to Hearts, from 2011
Hearts rescue late draw to deny Livingston rare Tynecastle win
The visitors had to settle for a 1-1 draw at Tynecastle.
Dec 4, 22:15
Hearts' Michael Smith pictured in October 2018
Michael Smith returns for Hearts against Livingston
Aaron Hickey and Aidy White are doubts.
Dec 3, 17:04
Germany's Serge Gnabry celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates on November 19, 2019
Germany storm back to hit Northern Ireland for six
Michael O'Neill's side fell to their heaviest defeat since they lost 6-0 to Holland in 2012.
Nov 19, 22:02
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill on October 10, 2019
Michael Smith insists impending Michael O'Neill exit has not affected NI
O'Neill was announced as Stoke's new manager last week.
Nov 14, 17:07
Steven Naismith in action for Hearts on October 28, 2018
Hearts put five past St Mirren in MacPhee's first game in caretaker charge
A Sean McLoughlin own goal and Ollie Bozanic also boosted the Jambos to victory.
Nov 9, 17:10
Rangers' Alfredo Morelos celebrates scoring their third goal against Hearts on November 3, 2019
Rangers beat Hearts to set up Old Firm derby cup final against Celtic
The Old Firm rivals will meet at Hampden Park on December 8.
Nov 3, 17:58
Uche Ikpeazu in May 2019
Hearts held to draw by 10-man Livingston
Livi had a man sent off.
Oct 26, 16:02
Hearts' Michael Smith pictured in October 2018
Michael Smith relishing new partnership with skipper Christophe Berra at Hearts
The Northern Ireland right-back has been moved into central defence.
Oct 25, 17:20
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein not "overly concerned" with Hearts injury troubles
Craig Levein confident Hearts can overcome latest injury setback
Oct 4, 15:13
Michael O'Neill pictured on September 5, 2019
St Johnstone winger Matthew Kennedy receives first Northern Ireland call-up
The Belfast-born 24-year-old is the only new face in manager Michael O'Neill's 25-man party.
Oct 3, 15:35
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Struggling St Mirren claim point at Hearts
It was stalemate in Paisley.
Sep 28, 17:07
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Craig Levein sets sights on cup final after beating Aberdeen
Hearts progressed to the last four on penalties.
Sep 26, 06:08
Sam Cosgrove in action for Aberdeen on December 2, 2018
Aberdeen pay the penalty as Hearts progress to semi-finals
Sam Cosgrove scores from the spot twice - but then misses in shoot-out.
Sep 26, 05:36
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
Conor Washington pictured for Northern Ireland in June 2019
Hearts striker Conor Washington facing three months out
The Edinburgh club have a lengthy injury list.
Sep 17, 14:20
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
Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Kyle Lafferty, Mark Sykes called up to Northern Ireland squad
The pair will provide cover after injuries to Michael Smith and Jordan Jones.
Sep 4, 10:42
Craig Levein in charge of Hearts on April 13, 2019
Hearts knock Motherwell out of Scottish League Cup
National boss present as duo score.
Aug 16, 21:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Oxford midfielder Mark Sykes earns maiden Northern Ireland call-up
Sykes, 21, and Hearts defender Michael Smith have been added to Michael O'Neill's squad.
May 30, 10:56
Britt Assombalonga celebrates scoring for Middlesbrough on May 5, 2019
Boro miss out on playoffs by one point
Tony Pulis' men finished a point behind Derby in the race for a top-six finish after the Rams beat West Brom.
May 5, 13:59
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
James Wade holds Michael Van Gerwen to draw in Birmingham
Three of the four matches ended in draws.
Apr 26, 05:53
Hearts' Michael Smith pictured in October 2018
Michael Smith "buzzing" for first major cup final
The Northern Irishman is gearing up for his first showpiece occasion against Celtic next month.
Apr 19, 11:12
Rotherham United manager Paul Warne pictured on January 26, 2019
Paul Warne "over the moon" with crucial Rotherham win
Michael Smith took his goals tally to six this season.
Apr 6, 19:03
Raymond van Barneveld in action in March 2016
Raymond Van Barneveld defeated in final match in Rotterdam
Van Barneveld signed off his his 210th and last appearance with throws of 180 and 140 on his final two trips to the oche.
Mar 29, 09:26
Michael Smith in action in March 2016
Michael Smith annoyed by hostile Scottish crowd in Premier League
The Englishman let a 5-2 lead slip against home favourite Peter Wright and was forced to hold his nerve in a decider.
Feb 14, 22:43
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Michael Van Gerwen vows to beat anyone who gets picked for the Premier League
The Dutchman has won three Premier League titles in a row.
Feb 6, 16:24
Raymond van Barneveld in action in March 2016
Van Barneveld keen to make most of last Premier League chance
The Dutchman is retiring at the end of the year.
Feb 6, 14:51
Nicolas Otamendi celebrates with Phil Foden after scoring the sixth during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester City and Rotherham United on January 6, 2019
Manchester City hammer Rotherham United in FA Cup drubbing
Manchester City hit seven past Rotherham United with seven different goalscorers as they cruise into the fourth round of the FA Cup at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 6, 15:56
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Van Gerwen aims for decade of darts domination
The 29-year-old world champion plans to retire at 40.
Jan 2, 22:31
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Michael Van Gerwen knew title was his after taking 4-0 lead in final
The world number one took advantage of a nervy and wasteful start by first-time finalist Smith to ease into a commanding lead.
Jan 2, 10:01
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Van Gerwen sends ominous warning to rivals after securing third world title
The Dutchman won £500,000 on Tuesday night.
Jan 1, 23:44
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Michael Van Gerwen reigns supreme at Ally Pally
The Dutchman averaged 102.21.
Jan 1, 22:24
Will Vaulks celebrates scoring for Rotherham United on January 1, 2019
Rotherham climb out of drop zone after win over Preston
Will Vaulks and Michael Smith were on target for the Millers.
Jan 1, 17:05
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Van Gerwen determined to see hard work pay off in World Darts Championship final
Van Gerwen and Smith contested the 2018 Premier League final which the Dutchman won 11-4.
Dec 31, 13:09
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