

Remembering the time a Euro 2020 hero put Hearts to the sword at Tynecastle
Looking back to the summer of 2015, when Hearts took on Everton at Tynecastle as they geared up for a return to the Scottish Premiership following a season in the second tier.
By Craig Fowler
Published 30th Jun 2021, 17:40 BST
Updated 30th Jun 2021, 18:59 BST
Robbie Neilson’s side were beaten 3-1 despite taking a first-half lead. It would be a €80 million international striker who stole the show.

5. Protest
Hearts players, led by captain Alim Ozturk and Callum Paterson, protest against the award of a penalty. Photo: Mark Runnacles

6. Equaliser
Romelu Lukakau converts from the penalty spot to tie things up at 1-1. Photo: Mark Runnacles

7. Engine room
Sam Nicholson tries to pressure winger Kevin Mirallas. Photo: Mark Runnacles

8. 2-1
Romelu Lukaku nets his second goal of the game as he sees off the attentions of Sam Nicholson. Photo: Mark Runnacles
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