Scotland could end their twenty-two year wait for a place at a major tournament with a victory over eastern-European outfit, Serbia, in Belgrade, tomorrow night. Scotland are undefeated in their last seven competitive games, including victories over Czech Republic, and a dramatic penalty shoutout win over Israel. Serbia come into the game without a win inContinue reading “Match Preview: Scotland vs Serbia”
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Last time at Easter Road
With Hibs away fast approaching we look back at the last time the sides met at Easter Road. Hearts left Leith in September with all 3 points after an Aaron Hickey deflected strike secured Hearts’ first league win of the season. After a cagey first half with Hearts having majority of possession and the betterContinue reading “Last time at Easter Road”
Can Hearts beat the drop
At the time of writing Hearts are at the foot of the Labrokes Scottish Premier League table. With only 12 games remaining many have tipped Hearts to face the drop. As a fan it’s a worrying time, the most worrying thing perhaps is that no matter what has changed this season we are still seriouslyContinue reading “Can Hearts beat the drop”
Hearts beat Falkirk to progress in the Scottish Cup
A second half Sean Clare penalty was enough to see off Falkirk as Hearts went through to the quarter finals of the Scottish Cup. The arrival of storm Ciara during the day ensured windy conditions at the Falkirk stadium with the ball spending the majority of the first half in the air with little footballContinue reading “Hearts beat Falkirk to progress in the Scottish Cup”
The curious case of Peter Haring
The Austrian played a pivotal role in Craig Leveins midfield last season paired with Arnoud Djoum in the midfield he scored 7 goals and got 3 assists in between injuries. After the success of his debut season Haring penned a new deal with Hearts until 2024, already a fans favourite with his tough tackling, positionalContinue reading “The curious case of Peter Haring”
Has Sectarianism spread from the West to the Central belt?
Its an issue that’s been soiling our game for hundreds of years. Sectarianism. Anyone who knows anything about football will know of the Old Firm. They will also know the rivalry between Glasgow’s big two isn’t just about football. The rivalry and pure hatred stems from a religious background with Celtic seen as the CatholicsContinue reading “Has Sectarianism spread from the West to the Central belt?”
The toxic relationship between me and my football club
Once again, my weekend has been ruined. Nothing major or horrific has happened, I still have my health, my family is well, and I went out with friends. But again, my football team, Heart Of Midlothian have lost. My tale is one similar to many. You’re brought up supporting the team your dad supports, becauseContinue reading “The toxic relationship between me and my football club”
Football is no longer the working mans game
It’s British footballs worst kept secret but the working class are being priced out of Scottish football. With season ticket prices rising each year at the majority of Scottish clubs is football losing its working class roots? The price of football in general is going up with replica shirts, programmes and even food from theContinue reading “Football is no longer the working mans game”
The best away day in Scottish football
Over the course of the season I have gone to manyHearts matches. Ive travelled accross the country to summers days in Cowdenbeath to January nights in Dingwall. I’ve spent most of my studen loan on match tickets, train tickets, crates of Tennents and pints all over Scotland. Over the 28 games Ive visited all 12Continue reading “The best away day in Scottish football”
Salt & Sauce Soccer 