It’s one of the showpiece fixtures in the Scottish football calendar as Edinburgh’s bitter rivals collide at Tynecastle.
Hibs came within minutes of getting one over Hearts last time out at Easter Road before James Wilson sparked wild scenes in the away end with a dramatic equaliser in the dying embers. But David Gray’s men will be confident of leaving Gorgie with all three points on Boxing Day after three wins from four against Motherwell, Ross County and Aberdeen. That’s lifted the Hibees off bottom spot and just six points adrift of the top six, with Hearts trailing two behind in 10th spot.
It’s been a turbulent campaign for both clubs and this week’s Edinburgh derby could go a long way to clearing the dark clouds that have gathered over Gorgie and Leith throughout the second half of 2024. It promises to be a blockbuster occasion and here, Record Sport tells you everything you need to know.
When is Hearts vs Hibs?
Hearts face Hibs at Tynecastle on Boxing Day, Thursday December 26. Kick-off is at 12:30pm.
Is Hearts vs Hibs on TV?
Yes, it is. The Edinburgh derby will be beamed live on Sky Sports’ Main Event and Football channels from 12pm. The programme lasts all the way until 2:45pm. If you don’t have a subscription you can sign up HERE. Fans are also able to sign up to NOW TV. A special six-month saver membership is available for £26 per month or you can pay £34.99 per month without being locked in and cancel anytime. Alternatively, a day pass can be purchased for £14.99.
Can I live stream Hearts vs Hibs?
Yes, Sky Sports customers can stream the game live to their devices via the Sky Go app. Those with NOW TV can do similar via the NOW TV app. Hearts TV and Hibs TV international subscribers can also watch the match live.
Where else can I follow Hearts vs Hibs?
You can keep up with all the action from Tynecastle right here on dailyrecord.co.uk! Record Sport will be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway. After the game, we’ll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and plenty more.
Ref and VAR
Nick Walsh will be the man in the middle at Tynecastle. He’ll be assisted by David McGeachie and Calum Spence. John Beaton is on VAR duties alongside assistant Sean Carr.
Team news
Hearts will be without Frankie Kent (hamstring), Gerald Taylor (knee), Stephen Kingsley (hamstring) and Calem Nieuwenhof (tendon). Craig Halkett is nursing a niggling back issue, while Beni Baningime has returned to training after missing the last five outings with a knee injury.
Kieran Bowie (hamstring), Joe Newell is a doubt after being forced off with a knock against Aberdeen. Warren O’Hara and Lewis Miller are also struggling with ankle issues. It remains to be seen if Mykola Kuharevich will return to the fold after suffering a groin strain at Celtic Park earlier this month.