How to watch Hibs vs Hearts: TV channel, live stream, kick off, referee and VAR latest in Edinburgh derby

Hibs and Hearts collide this afternoon in Leith during what should be an Edinburgh derby cracker with seismic ramifications.

Celtic’s win over Falkirk on Saturday night means the Jambos have watched the defending Premiership champions go level on points with them before they kick-off against their arch-rivals. With Rangers just a point adrift facing Motherwell 90 minutes before a ball gets rolling in Leith, the Jambos know how huge a win would be at a venue they’ve not tasted victory at since December 2023.

Hibs meanwhile are seeking a boost to their European hopes and will know shortly into the derby whether or not they have the chance to go level on points with Motherwell above them, in the final continental qualification spot through the league. Then there’s the added bonus of damaging Hearts’ title bid and it’s all set to play out on TV. Here’s all the details you need for Hibs vs Hearts.

When and where will Hibs vs Hearts take place?

The match will take place at Easter Road, Edinburgh, on Sunday, April 25. Kick off is scheduled for 4:30pm (BST).

Will Hibs vs Hearts be broadcast live on TV?

Yes, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. Coverage will start half an hour before kick-off.

Can I live stream Hibs vs Hearts?

Yes, the match will be available to live stream to Sky Sports subscribers via the Sky Go app or through a Now Sports Membership. Alternatively, you can keep up with all of the action here with the Evening News! Our club correspondents, John Greechan and Barry Anderson, will be at Easter Road, where you can read their match report and player ratings right on the final whistle, as well as more post-match reaction throughout the evening and into Monday.

Who is the referee for Hibs vs Hearts?

The SFA have confirmed the referee for Sunday’s clash will be Don Robertson. He will be assisted by Ross Macleod and David Roome. At Clydesdale House, Greg Aitken will be in charge of VAR, and he will be assisted by Gary Hilland.

What have the managers said ahead of Hibs vs Hearts?

Hibs head coach David Gray said: “The magnitude of the game is there for everyone. We know that. It's a brilliant game to look forward to, a brilliant game to come back to. If you think about the games we've played already, including both games at Tynecastle, we've lost each by very, very fine margins, but within that, very little within the games. The home game [in December], we take confidence from, because I do think for large spells, up to 75 minutes before they score, it could have been three going on more. We do take confidence from that, but that doesn't mean this game is going to be any easier. But we have to take the confidence.”

Hearts manager Derek McInnes stated: “It's a great game to be involved in. For us, it's trying to take each game as it comes along. I think it'll be tough for each game, each team, because I think the competitive nature of the top six, the better teams. There's still so much to play for, for Falkirk, Hibs and Motherwell. They've got their own fights to deal with. Each game will be very competitive, very exciting. I'm just delighted to be part of it.”

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