How did Hearts win the Edinburgh derby against Hibernian?

Hearts secured a 1-0 victory with a late goal from substitute Tomas Magnusson in the 88th minute.

What is Hearts' current position in the William Hill Premiership?

Hearts are currently leading the William Hill Premiership, six points ahead of Rangers and nine points ahead of Celtic.

What did Hearts manager Derek McInnes say about the derby win?

Derek McInnes praised his team's "desire" and compared it to championship-winning Celtic and Rangers teams, stating that winning is more important than the match's technical quality in derbies.

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Hearts Clinch Derby Thriller, Surge Clear

11 Feb

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Summary

Hearts secured a vital 1-0 Edinburgh derby victory.
Substitute Tomas Magnusson scored the late winning goal.
The win extends Hearts' lead at the top of the Premiership.

Hearts Clinch Derby Thriller, Surge Clear

Hearts secured a crucial 1-0 victory in the Edinburgh derby against Hibernian, extending their lead at the top of the William Hill Premiership. The decisive moment came in the 88th minute when substitute Tomas Magnusson converted Harry Milne's cross, sparking celebrations at Tynecastle.

This win places Hearts six points ahead of second-placed Rangers and nine points clear of Celtic, though Rangers have a game in hand. Hearts manager Derek McInnes highlighted his team's "desire," drawing parallels with historic Celtic and Rangers title-winning teams. He emphasized that in derbies, winning and demonstrating commitment are paramount, regardless of the match's technical quality, a sentiment he believes resonates with the club's supporters.