It’s Derby week in the Scottish capital with Hibs’ boss Nick Montgomery preparing for his first clash against Hearts. An occasion not to be missed, the battle at Tynecastle is sure to be far from a disappointment as both teams look to move past their turbulent results so far this season.
Tynecastle will welcome Hibs’ new manager Montgomery to the sidelines while Jambos boss Steven Naismith prepares for another capital clash. Last time the two sides met, on the final day of last year’s Scottish Premiership, the Edinburgh clubs drew 1-1 with Hearts’ Alex Cochrane receiving a red card within the opening 30 minutes.
It also bore witness to an exceptionally heated rivalry as a near brawl broke out between players, managers and fans. However, with Lee Johnson out of the picture, an exact repeat cannot take place but it remains to be seen what heat Montgomery will bring to the table. Ahead of the first Hearts v Hibs clash of the 2023/24 season, here is the latest injury news.
1. The last time the two sides met each other ended in a heated exchange
The last time the two sides met each other ended in a heated exchange | SNS Group
2. Beni Baningime - Hearts
Doubt - The Congolese footballer missed last week’s match-up due to an illness but is expected to be fit to take on Hibs. | SNS Group
3. Kyosuke Tagawa - Hearts
Doubt - Tagawa suffered a knock in training but is reported to be back on the training ground. | SNS Group
4. Cammy Devlin - Hearts
Doubt - Hearts’ star midfielder missed last weekend’s action following a head injury but has since returned to training ahead of Derby day. | SNS Group