Hearts Standard
Our Hearts writers Joel Sked and James Cairney, plus guests, bring you regular shows on the latest from Tynecastle Park, including match previews and reviews.
Episodes
Heart of Midlothian are back in action on Wednesday night when they host St Mirren. Joel and Craig look ahead to the fixture and the injuries on either side. They also reflect on Derek McInnes' game plan from the weekend's win and discuss the latest transfer news.
Hearts' game plan explained: Derek McInnes' smart subs and defend at all costs - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25759916.inside-hearts-gameplan-found-new-way-win-v...
A key talking point amongst Hearts fans in recent weeks has been around the Tynecastle Park atmosphere and the impact the club's support can have on the team's title charge.
To discuss the topic, how it can be improved, where it can be improved and how important it can be, Mark Donaldson of Scarves Around the Funnel hosts a live fan forum.
He is joined by Joel Sked, editor of Hearts Standard, Barry Anderson, Hearts correspondent fo...
Derek McInnes after Dundee 0-1 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership.
The Heart of Midlothian head coach said the 10-man victory was the best win of the season. McInnes spoke about Craig Gordon's heroics, the left-back situation after injuries to Harry Milne and Stephen Kingsley ahead of the match and the performance of Jamie McCart.
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It's another early transfer round-up as Joel and Craig discuss Heart of Midlothian's interest in Vardar's goalscoring winger Rogers Mato and the news that Stuart Findlay has signed a pre-contract that will keep him at the club beyond his current loan.
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Derek McInnes on why Hearts fans have been first class and Kabore text
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It's another early transfer round-up as Joel and Craig discuss Heart of Midlothian's interest in Vardar's goalscoring winger Rogers Mato and the news that Stuart Findlay has signed a pre-contract that will keep him at the club beyond his current loan.
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball
Hearts make transfer move for goal-scoring winger Rogers Mato
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After almost a year in the making, Islam Chesnokov has been confirmed as a Heart of Midlothian player. Joel and Craig discuss the chances of him making his debut this weekend against Dundee and look at his scout report. They also assess Hearts' Scottish Premiership title chances after Celtic sacked Wilfried Nancy and brought back Martin O'Neill and Danny Rohl's Rangers closed the gap to three points.
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Joel and Craig assess a narrow win at Tynecastle after Hearts 1-0 Livingston in the Scottish Premiership.
They talk about the wonderful first-half display, not taking enough chances and the difficult second half. They also look at an impressive debut for Jordi Altena and the imminent arrival of Islam Chesnokov.
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Instant analysis: How debutant impresse...
Happy New Year Hearts fans. To start 2026, Joel, Craig and Scott McIntosh look back at 2025 with an awards show. They discuss everything from the player of 2025 to the surprise of 2025, best game to worst game. There is some very good, some very bad and everything in between! Let us know your award winners in the comments.
Hearts squad assessed, what to expect from transfer window and January aim - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/...
Joel and Craig look ahead to hat could be a huge month or Heart of Midlothian.
With Jordi Altena announced we look at what impact the right-back could have and ask what else Hearts need in the upcoming transfer window. We also look at who could leave during the January transfer window..
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball
Hearts announce Jordi Altena transfer and reveal contract detail...
Joel and Craig quickly revisit Saturday's Edinburgh derby defeat and ask what it means for their Scottish Premiership season. They also look at the next et of fixtures facing Heart of Midlothian.
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What Lawrence Shankland said to Hearts players after derby defeat
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Merry Christmas to all those who are Heart of Midlothian. We hope you have or have had a lovely day.
To celebrate the team being top of the league and since it is Christmas, Joel was joined by Mark Donaldson to answer fan questions.
They discussed what it will take to win the league, where the team need to strengthen and what players they would like signed, potential exits, key players and what Hearts players they’d have arou...
Heart of Midlothian are closing in on the signing of Dutch right-back Jordi Altena. The Scottish Premiership league leaders are looking to get transfer business done early with the window opening on January 1. Joel and Craig discuss the potential arrival and reflect on ANOTHER win over the Old Firm.
Hearts to sign Dutch full-back Jordi Altena in January transfer deal - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25718697.hearts-set-...
Joel and Craig try to keep a lid on it as they analyse Hearts 2-1 Rangers. They discuss the latest win for the Scottish Premiership league leaders after goals from Stuart Findlay and Lawrence Shankland. They also ask if this win means Hearts are now in a title race.
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Instant analysis: How Hearts made 65-year feat with another big game win over Rangers...
Ahead of another huge match for Heart of Midlothian in the Scottish Premiership, Craig looks at how Derek McInnes could set up in Hearts v Rangers and where the key battles will be before we get the opposition view from Rangers Review reporter Blair Malloy.
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Where huge Hearts v Rangers clash could be won and lost
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Craig and Joel preview the weekend's big game as Heart of Midlothian host Rangers. Will Beni Baningime return? How will Hearts fare without Harry Milne and what to expect from Danny Rohl's side.
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Ageu to return from Portugal as McInnes speaks on injured Hearts duo
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Heart of Midlothian are pushing forward with the signing of St Johnstone winger Josh McPake on a pre-contract agreement. Joel and Craig discuss the possible addition and reflect on Saturday's 2-0 win over Falkirk. They break down the key elements of the victory and look forward to a fascinating week.
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Joel and Craig reflect on Falkirk 0-2 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership. The talk team selection, points over performance, as well as the stunning strike from Stephen Kingsley and how good a season he's having as the understudy to Harry Milne.
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Instant analysis: Falkirk 0 - 2 Hearts: SIX points clear, no nonsense, fast start, brilliant Braga
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Joel and Craig look at who could start for Hearts versus Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday. Will Derek McInnes start with the same 11 that defeated Celtic and will there be a change at right-back or a tweak to the formation?
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Predicted XI: How many changes will Hearts boss make for Falkirk trip?
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Joel and Craig look at who could start for Hearts versus Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday. Will Derek McInnes start with the same 11 that defeated Celtic and will there be a change at right-back or a tweak to the formation?
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball
Predicted XI: How many changes will Hearts boss make for Falkirk trip?
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Joel and Craig indulge themselves by looking back at Sunday's statement win that opened up a three-point lead at the top of the Scottish. They focus particularly on the three central midfielders from the win at Celtic Park and where they are on their respective journeys at Heart of Midlothian.
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Inside Hearts win at Celtic with best player, man marking...
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