Hearts Secure Injury-Time Win Over Hibs Extend Scottish Premiership Lead Five Points

Hearts secured a dramatic stoppage-time 1-0 victory over city rivals Hibernian at Tynecastle, with Craig Halkett scoring the winner to push Hearts five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. The match was marked by difficult windy conditions and few clear chances, with Hibs' captain Martin Boyle missing key opportunities. Hearts manager Derek McInnes praised the team's perseverance and mentality, noting it was their third last-minute winning goal in seven league games, which has elevated them to the league summit. This strong start under McInnes, combined with significant investment from Brighton owner Tony Bloom, has raised hopes of ending a 40-year dominance of the league by Celtic and Rangers. Despite the victory, McInnes cautioned against premature title talk, emphasizing the need to focus on winning games. Meanwhile, Hibernian manager David Gray lamented his team's failure to capitalize on chances and expressed concern over their low position in the table.