Hearts face Rangers at Tynecastle in a pivotal Premiership encounter that could shape the destiny of the league title. The hosts, sitting four points clear at the summit, are just four games away from securing their first championship since 1960 and becoming the first club outside the Old Firm to be crowned Scottish champions since 1985.
Match Preview
Hearts have already defeated both Rangers and Celtic twice this season, and another victory over Danny Rohl's side would effectively end the visitors' title aspirations. Rangers arrive knowing only a win will keep their hopes alive, especially with Celtic level on points with Hearts after their victory over Hibernian on Sunday.
When and Where to Watch
Kick-off at Tynecastle is scheduled for 5:30 PM on Monday, May 4. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football, with streaming available via the Sky Go app for subscribers.
Team News
Hearts manager Derek McInnes confirmed that Cammy Devlin or Harry Milne could return after missing the win over nine-man Hibs. For Rangers, left-back Tuur Rommens, striker Ryan Naderi, and defender John Souttar are doubtful.
Possible Line-ups
Hearts XI: Schwolow; Steinwender, Halkett, Findlay, Milne; Baningime, Leonard; Kyziridis, Kabore; Shankland, Braga
Rangers XI: Butland; Sterling, Djiga, Fernandez, Rommens; Raskin, Diomande; Miovski, Aasgard, Moore; Chermiti
Manager Quotes
Derek McInnes: “There’s obviously a lot riding on the game and we can’t downplay that – why would we? It’s a brilliant game to be involved in. All the Hearts supporters I’ve spoken to are eagerly anticipating the game. Monday 5.30 is an unusual kick-off time but it’s not going to dilute what’s going to be unfolding. The start of the game will be magnificent, and hopefully the end of the game is even better.”
Danny Rohl: “We need in the next four games, performances at nearly and maybe sometimes over 100 per cent to take the points. I think this is crucial now. You cannot just play 95 per cent or just 45 minutes of good football. You have to play it over the full time and this is a big part in this game. Of course, after Sunday, we were down, but we had not the feeling that anyone’s given up. This is what I like. And this is general, if you ask all the three teams at the moment, all the three teams will say they can win. Now we need a result from our side and a little bit of help. But there is a big, big belief.”
