Derek McInnes returns to Tynecastle for the first time since leaving Hearts last summer as Rangers face the Jambos in the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday October 28, with kick-off at 8pm. The Rangers boss is likely to receive a hostile reception from the home fans.
Former Hearts favourites Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin will miss the game through injury, which takes some of the spice out of the occasion. McInnes could act as a lightning rod for the home supporters, who are not expected to give him a warm welcome.
First Meeting with Predecessor
The match also gives Wouter Vrancken his first chance to go up against his predecessor at Tynecastle. He comes into the game on the back of a welcome win, with Hearts beating Motherwell 2-0 on Sunday to recover from their defeat at Celtic Park.
Rangers were comfortable 4-0 winners over St Johnstone, meaning both sides go into the game in better form than a week ago. A home win would tighten things up at the top, cutting the gap to second-placed Rangers to just a point. Victory for McInnes' men would open up a two-point cushion, making another three-way title fight look unlikely.
How to Watch and Follow
The game is being shown live on Sky Sports Football, with coverage starting at 7.30pm. Fans without a subscription can sign up to NOW TV, with a special 12-month saver membership available for £26 per month, or £34.99 per month without being locked in and cancel anytime. A day pass can be purchased for £14.99.
Sky Sports customers can stream the game live to their devices via the Sky Go app, and those with NOW TV can do the same via the NOW TV app. Record Sport will run a live blog with pre-match build-up, team news and every kick of the ball, followed by reaction from managers and players, player ratings and talking points.
