Hibernian 1-2 Hearts: Result, 26 Apr 2026

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Celtic	8	7	0	1	+12	21
2	Rangers	8	6	1	1	+6	19
3	Hearts	8	5	1	2	+11	16
4	Dundee FC	8	4	1	3	+3	13
5	St Johnstone	8	3	2	3	0	11
6	Dundee Utd	8	3	2	3	-1	11
7	St. Mirren	8	3	1	4	-6	10
8	Aberdeen	8	2	2	4	-2	8
9	Motherwell	8	2	2	4	-4	8
10	Hibernian	8	2	1	5	-4	7

Player	Min	G	A	Sh	On	Tkl	Y	R
Stuart Findlay	3029	5	1	26	9	25	5	0
Claudio Braga	2899	14	3	83	45	29	2	0
Craig Halkett ©	2536	4	0	14	7	31	9	1
Harry Milne	2482	1	6	23	10	68	8	0
Oisin McEntee	2022	2	3	8	6	44	5	0
Beni Baningime	1761	0	1	4	1	53	2	1
Stephen Kingsley	1394	2	1	10	4	21	1	0
Tomas Magnusson	1270	3	0	19	7	27	3	0
Blair Spittal	1167	2	2	11	6	18	3	0
Jamie McCart	654	0	0	-	-	8	1	0
Jordi Altena	580	0	1	3	1	9	1	0
Zander Clark	360	0	0	-	-	-	0	0
Sabah Kerjota	241	0	2	7	3	3	0	0
Craig Gordon	226	0	0	-	-	-	0	0
Christian Borchgrevink	200	0	0	1	-	5	1	0

Final Result

Hibernian

1 : 2

[1-0]

Hearts

7'M. BoyleJ. McGrath
14'R. Sallinger
45+1'W. O'Hora
45+3'F. Passlack
48'F. Passlack
90+1'J. Newell
90+2'R. Bushiri

45+2'S. Kingsley
65'W. O'Hora (o.g.)
86'B. SpittalS. Kerjota
90+2'M. Leonard
90+2'L. Shankland

24%Possession76%

1Shots on Target6

0Corners11

Yellow Cards

Red Cards

0

Match details

Substitutions

15'J. Smith↔N. CaddenHibernian
46'S. Kerjota↔J. AltenaHearts
50'K. Megwa↔O. EldingHibernian
58'A. Kyziridis↔P. KaboreHearts
58'B. Spittal↔M. SteinwenderHearts
64'A. Suto↔M. BoyleHibernian
64'J. Newell↔D. BarlaserHibernian
64'J. Campbell↔J. McGrathHibernian
90'J. McCart↔S. KingsleyHearts
90+3'I. Chesnokov↔C. BragaHearts

Our Prediction

The analytical model suggests a slight edge for Hibernian at 38%, with a draw close behind at 32%. A scoreline of 2-1 or 1-1 is the most probable based on current offensive efficiencies.

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Match Facts

Competition: Premier League
Date: Sun 26 Apr
Kick-off: 16:30
Stadium: Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh
Capacity: 20,421
Table Position: Hibernian 10 · Hearts 3

Match Preview

The Edinburgh Derby between Hibernian and Hearts at Easter Road is a premier fixture in the Scottish Premiership, pitting two of the country's most tactically distinct sides against one another. Hibernian is known for their expansive attacking style and high-frequency ball circulation, particularly effective in front of their home supporters. Hearts, a side built on defensive cohesion and disciplined mid-block pressure, offers a stern counterpoint. Statistical modeling suggests that Hibernian's home advantage is amplified by their high-intensity opening phases, which often catch opponents off-guard. Hearts' approach will likely involve a compact 4-2-3-1, aiming to stifle Hibernian's creative midfielders and exploit the spaces left during Hibernian's offensive transitions. This match is a critical test of whether Hearts' defensive organization can withstand Hibernian's high-volume shot generation in a high-pressure derby environment.

Expect a high-quality tactical battle with significant momentum shifts. Both teams possess the technical quality to dominate phases of the match, leading to an unpredictable and fervent encounter.

Hibernian has scored 2+ goals in 70% of their home matches this season.
Hearts has the highest tackle success rate in the Premiership.
Both teams have scored (BTTS) in 4 of the last 6 Edinburgh Derby meetings.
Hibernian averages 6.2 corners per game at Easter Road.

Hibernian's performance is underpinned by their high xG from open play, currently ranking among the league's elite at home. Their ability to utilize the full width of the pitch makes them difficult to contain. Hearts' strength lies in their defensive transition metrics, where they rank among the top for fewest shots conceded after a turnover. Offensively, Hearts relies on clinical efficiency rather than volume, often scoring from high-value chances created through intricate wing play. The tactical crux will be the battle in the midfield third, where Hearts' physicality meets Hibernian's technical agility and quick passing sequences.

High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Hibernian's 4-3-3 maximizes field width. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Hibernian can be caught high on the pitch during transitions. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Hearts often brings on a second striker to change the directness of their attack late in the match.

Form and Head to Head

Hibernian

LDLLL

Hearts

WDLWW

Recent head-to-head encounters have been evenly split, with home-field advantage often being the deciding factor in this rivalry. Matches typically yield a high number of corners and tactical fouls.

Key Stats

Average xG: Hibernian (1.75) - Hearts (1.55)
Goals per Match: 2.6 total
Shots per Game: 14.5 (Hibernian)

Cards and Corners

Expect a high corner count (10+) due to both sides' attacking intent. Discipline is projected to be a major factor, with an average of 5.5 yellow cards expected for the derby.

Verdict

The final verdict points to a marginal Hibernian victory or a high-scoring draw. While Hibernian's attacking volume gives them the upper hand at Easter Road, Hearts' defensive resilience and clinical counter-attacking threat should not be underestimated in this storied rivalry.