Robbie Neilson will likely make a few changes to the side which beat the Wasps 3-0 during the week to go into second in the Scottish Championship. He revealed the artificial pitch will have a bearing on his team selection.
Hearts are set to be without Josh Ginnelly once more, as well as Elliot Frear, while Peter Haring could be rested after picking up a knock on Tuesday. It could present an opportunity for some of the back-up or fringe players, while fans will be hoping for the return of Andy Irving.
Scroll down and click through to see what could be a surprising starting XI.
. EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Hearts manager Robbie Neilson during media access at the Oriam, on November 23, 2020, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Robbie Neilson will likely make a few changes to his Hearts XI to face Alloa. Picture: SNS Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
. GK - Craig Gordon
The No.1 will be looking to play as much as possible, especially with Scotland heading to Euro 2020. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
. RB - Jamie Brandon
The youngster was in the stand on Wednesday but with Michael Smith being taken off early the Northern Irishman may be rested having been on international duty recently. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
. CB - Craig Halkett
A stalwart under Robbie Neilson and another chance to play alongside Christophe Berra. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
1. GK - Craig Gordon
The No.1 will be looking to play as much as possible, especially with Scotland heading to Euro 2020. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
2. RB - Jamie Brandon
The youngster was in the stand on Wednesday but with Michael Smith being taken off early the Northern Irishman may be rested having been on international duty recently. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
3. CB - Craig Halkett
A stalwart under Robbie Neilson and another chance to play alongside Christophe Berra. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
4. CB - Christophe Berra
The veteran centre-back was back in the starting XI and won’t want to drop back out, rather build the partnership with Halkett further. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group