Hearts will look to keep their narrow lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership as they visits city rivals Hibs at Easter Road in a mammoth Edinburgh derby clash this Sunday (kick-off: 4.30pm).
One point ahead of Rangers, and three ahead of Celtic, the Jambos could find themselves knocked off their perch temporarily ahead of the game, with both title rivals scheduled to play before them against Motherwell and Falkirk, respectively.
The fourth and final meeting between the sides this season, Hearts have won the last two games against Hibs on home soil, with their most recent victory coming via a late Tomas Magnusson goal in February. However, as one of only five sides to beat the Gorgie outfit in the league this season, David Gray’s side will enter the game with confidence.
Ahead of the game at Easter Road, The Scotsman has all the early team news:
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13. Ageu - Hearts - OUT
The Brazilian won't play again this season due to a hamstring injury. Has endured an injury hit campaign after moving to Tynecastle in the summer. | SNS Group
14. Calem Nieuwenhof - Hearts - OUT
A long-term injury victim, he continues to be ruled out with a hamstring issue. | SNS Group
15. Finlay Pollock - Hearts - OUT
The young midfielder is reported to be aiming to return from a long-term hamstring issue before the end of the season. | SNS Group