Hearts Take Premiership Lead with Findlay's Late Winner vs Dundee United

Stuart Findlay has been pivotal in Hearts' strong start to the Premiership season, scoring four goals in his first five matches, including a dramatic late winner against Dundee United that secured a 3-2 victory and propelled Hearts to the top of the table. Findlay’s performance featured a crucial equalizer just before the hour mark and a stoppage-time header from a corner, demonstrating his aerial prowess and sheer determination. Hearts manager Derek McInnes praised Findlay’s defensive reliability and newfound goal-scoring form, noting the defender’s significant impact compared to his previous loan spell at Kilmarnock. The victory extended McInnes’ perfect start with Hearts, marking six consecutive wins across competitions, and energized the supporters eager for heroes to rally behind. Despite Dundee United’s resilient comeback and injury challenges, Hearts’ spirited comeback underscored their confidence and team spirit. Findlay himself called the win "special," attributing it to the team's collective effort and the passionate backing of the fans.