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.
5. Joe Wollacott - Hibs
OUT - The Hibs goalkeeper looks close to returning from his injury but remains absent for this weekend’s clash. | SNS Images
6. Yutaro Oda - Hearts
Doubt - The Japanese forward hasn’t been seen since coming off against Aberdeen but will likely return in the next couple of weeks. | SNS Group
7. Jake Doyle Hayes - Hibs
OUT - After coming off in last year’s Edinburgh Derby, Doyle-Hayes continues recovery from a shoulder issue. | SNS Group
8. Harry McKirdy - Hibs
OUT - McKirdy continues to recover from heart surgery as he will watch the Derby from the sidelines. | SNS Group