Predicted Hearts starting XI against Celtic - with two players expected to return from injury
The home side are desperate for three points as they are stuck in a run of five games with only a draw to show for their efforts.
Unfortunately, there are two factors which will make it doubly difficult this weekend: an injury crisis and champions Celtic coming to town.
Ange Postecoglou’s side recently went through a bit of a blip, but they look to be over that with a 6-1 mauling of Hibs followed by a 4-0 rout at Motherwell.
Hearts had 10 players injured earlier this week, including most of their defenders. However, it was revealed earlier on Thursday that two of them (as yet unnamed) are set to return to this side to face the Parkhead club.
Manager Robbie Neilson has some big decisions to make on his starting XI. This is the team we believe the Hearts boss will go with...
Ange Postecoglou’s side recently went through a bit of a blip, but they look to be over that with a 6-1 mauling of Hibs followed by a 4-0 rout at Motherwell.
5. RWB – ALAN FORREST
He played wing-back for Livingston so it's a role he's used to, and he's a better defensive player than either Josh Ginnelly or Gary Mackay-Steven. Photo: Paul Devlin - SNS Group
6. MC – CAMMY DEVLIN
Tenacious buzzbomb Australian will provide energy in the middle of the pitch. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
7. MC – ANDY HALLIDAY
Orestis Kiomourtzoglou started off promisingly after his signing but has since tailed off. Robert Snodgrass likely doesn't have the legs or the defensive robustness for this game. We know Halliday will put a shift in - especially against Celtic. Photo: Paul Devlin - SNS Group
8. LWB – ALEX COCHRANE
Started the season excellently but his performances have dipped as he's been asked to play centre-back too often against physical opponents. He's the best bet for left wing-back. Photo: Paul Devlin - SNS Group