Hibs and Hearts will lock horns once again in the Edinburgh derby this weekend as the two in-form sides meet in the Scottish Premiership at Easter Road (kick off: 12.30pm).
The third meeting of the season between the sides, both teams enter the game in fantastic form, with David Gray’s Hibs unbeaten in 14 games, while Neil Critchley’s Jambos side have lost just once in their last 11 games in all competitions.
Only four points separate the teams heading into the game in the capital, though another Hibs victory could see them leapfrog Aberdeen in third. Gray could also be boosted by the return of one of the his key players, with the head coach hinting at Elie Youan’s return to fitness earlier in the week.
Despite Youan’s potential availability, Hibs do enter the game with injury concerns, while their Edinburgh rivals are also set to be without a number of important first team stars for the game.
Ahead of the game at Easter Road, The Scotsman brings you all the latest team news:
5. Frankie Kent - Hearts - OUT
The Hearts centre-back suffered a significant quad injury in December that has saw him miss the last two months. Won't be ready for Sunday's Edinburgh derby against Hibs. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
6. Joe Newell - Hibs - OUT
Hibs boss David Gray confirmed his captain had picked up a new injury during the week. He only returned to the matchday squad in last weekend's win over Celtic, but the skipper is expected to miss the visit of Hearts after with his latest lay-off. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
7. Stephen Kingsley - Hearts - OUT
Another of Hearts' defensive injury problems, Kingsley will also miss the visit to Easter Road due to a hamstring tear. He is progressing well, but not expected to be available for the game at the weekend. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
8. Cammy Devlin - Hearts - DOUBT
The Aussie midfielder has missed the last three games after suffering a concussion and has had complaints of headaches. He is a doubt for Sunday's clash in the capital. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group