Hearts have clinched league phase football in the Conference League with an epic penalty shootout success over Rapid Vienna.
The Jambos drew 4-4 on aggregate against Austrian Bundesliga opposition after a dogged 2-2 draw at Allianz Stadion. They played a portion of the second half and all of extra-time with 10 men and the tired stars pulled out a heroic performance to seal millions in prize money for the Premiership side.
Spot kick success was sealed and they now look forward to Friday’s draw where some glamour ties are in store between now and Christmas. The night in Vienna is one Hearts fans will savour for many a year and here are some of the best photos from an extraordinary game.
1. Off the mark
Pierre Landry Kabore of Heart of Midlothian celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Conference League 2026/27 Play Off Round Second Leg match between SK Rapid and Heart of Midlothian | Getty Images
2. Getting ahead
Calvin Miller celebrates after volleying Hearts in front during extra-time in the Conference League play-off second leg against Rapid Vienna. (Photo by Christian Bruna/Getty Images) | Getty Images
3. Almost there
Calvin Miller of Heart of Midlothian celebrates scoring his team's second goal | Getty Images
4. Penalty heroics
Hearts players celebrate with goalkeeper Beau Reus after the penalty shootout win over Rapid Vienna at the Allianz Stadion. (Photo by Christian Bruna/Getty Images) | Getty Images