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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-sights-dutch-full-back-january-transfer/ The early Hearts tactical tweak that led to win over Rangers - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25717175.early-hearts-tactical-tweak-led-win-rangers/  //////////////////////////////////////////////////// A message from our sponsors: Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.” – You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: How Hearts made 65-year feat with another big game win over Rangershttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25715063.hearts-made-65-year-feat-another-big-game-win-rangers/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Where huge Hearts v Rangers clash could be won and losthttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25710785.huge-hearts-v-rangers-clash-won-lost/ Hearts star on Hearts training shock and what 'p***** me off'https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25708779.hearts-star-hearts-training-shock-p-off/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Ageu to return from Portugal as McInnes speaks on injured Hearts duohttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25706206.ageu-return-portugal-mcinnes-speaks-injured-hearts-duo/ Hearts trio making injury progress as one lined up for Rangers returnhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25703512.hearts-trio-making-injury-progress-one-lined-rangers-return/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  How a slight tweak and a more direct approach helped Hearts go 6 points clear - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25697105.slight-tweak-direct-approach-helped-hearts-go-6-clear/ Hearts set sights on St Johnstone winger Josh McPake - Championship top scorer - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25695778.hearts-set-sights-13-goal-winger-tearing-championship/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: Falkirk 0 - 2 Hearts: SIX points clear, no nonsense, fast start, brilliant Bragahttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25695886.hearts-went-six-points-clear-forward-stands/ Derek McInnes delight at Hearts win and Josh McPake interesthttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25696147.derek-mcinnes-delight-hearts-win-josh-mcpake-interest/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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?https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25692009.many-changes-will-hearts-boss-make-falkirk-trip/ EXCLUSIVE: John McGlynn's Hearts intensity, detail, transformation & journey back to Premiershiphttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25689933.mcglynn-ideal-hearts-boss-journey-back-premiership/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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?https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25692009.many-changes-will-hearts-boss-make-falkirk-trip/ EXCLUSIVE: John McGlynn's Hearts intensity, detail, transformation & journey back to Premiershiphttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25689933.mcglynn-ideal-hearts-boss-journey-back-premiership/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Inside Hearts win at Celtic with best player, man marking and 13kmhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25682363.inside-hearts-win-celtic-best-player-man-marking-13km/ Derek McInnes on Hearts belief, beating Nancy's Celtic and praise for duo - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25678954.mcinnes-hearts-belief-beating-nancy-praise-duo/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian defeated Celtic 2-1 at Parkhead to extend their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Joel and Craig reflected on a statement win for Derek McInnes' side. They look at where it went right, who stood out and what the victory means.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl Instant analysis: How Hearts produced HUGE and deserved statement win at Celtic - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25678949.hearts-produced-huge-deserved-statement-win-celtic/ Derek McInnes on Hearts belief, beating Nancy's Celtic and praise for duo - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25678954.mcinnes-hearts-belief-beating-nancy-praise-duo/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian take on Celtic in Glasgow on Sunday in a top-of-the-table clash in the Scottish Premiership. Joel is joined by Scarves Around The Funnel host Mark Donaldson to look ahead to the fixture. They discuss the feeling going into the match, new Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy as well as how Hearts should approach the game and what Derek McInnes could do. The pair also look back at the club AGM and the Ann Budge Main Stand suggestion. Hearts AGM: Stadium size, Oriam, £2.7m spent, January window, Budge ovation - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25667755.hearts-agm-expect-key-topics/ Foundation of Hearts AGM: Member record, board vote, pledge transparency protocol - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25674431.learned-foundation-hearts-agm-board-vote-revealed/ Lawrence Shankland on reasons for Hearts 'wobble' but positive reality explained - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25674521.hearts-star-reasons-wobble-positive-reality/ We are also available as a podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/hearts-standard/playlists/podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hearts-standard/id1714644772 ///////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian dropped two points at home to Kilmarnock as their winless run reaches four. Joel and Craig reflect on a night where it looked like Hearts would 1-0, but ended up giving up the win late on. They discuss the team, the start, not building on Lawrence Shankland's goal and not seeing the game out. #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl Instant analysis: How second-half issue and mistake cost Hearts in draw with Kilmarnock - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25670710.lack-control-cost-hearts-draw-kilmarnock/ Derek McInnes on Hearts disappointment, Celtic comparison and penalty question - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25671449.derek-mcinnes-disappintment-celtic-comparison-penalty-question/   //////////////////////////////////////////////////// Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland! Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job? Ready for a career change? Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips: Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian play their second of three games in eight days when they take on Kilmarnock at Tynecastle Park on Wednesday. Joel and Craig preview what is a big fixture ahead of a top-of-the-table clash at Celtic on Sunday. They discuss the possible line-up and also look back at November with the awards for the month. How Hearts limited Motherwell, struggled to create and reasons for right side - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25661602.hearts-limited-motherwell-struggled-create-chances/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////  Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland! Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job? Ready for a career change? Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips: Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel and Craig reflect on Motherwell 0-0 Hearts from outside Fir Park. The result left Heart of Midlothian without a goal in their last two matches. They look at the team selection, the improvement after half-time and the late saves from Alexander Schwolow that ensured a point in the end.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl Instant analysis: What to make of the Hearts response at Motherwell with goalless drawhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25660031.make-hearts-response-motherwell-goalless-draw Derek McInnes on Hearts perspective and the player who has been hard to replacehttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25660034.derek-mcinnes-hearts-player-hard-replace ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian travel to Fir Park on Saturday to face Motherwell. They will be backed by 4,600 Jambos. Joel is joined by Scott McIntosh to preview the match. They discuss the importance of the fixture and the key line-up decisions. They also touch on the SFA's KMI panel after their Landry Kabore penalty incident outcome. Take advantage of our Black Friday offer of 12 months of Hearts Standard for £12 - https://t.co/kEbZ1BLJOz Three key Hearts line-up questions v Motherwell: Key player, strike duo, right-back - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25659088.three-key-hearts-line-up-questions-v-motherwell/ Motherwell v Hearts intrigue, McInnes table reminder and a bumper away crowd - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25656594.hearts-league-table-reminder-eyes-motherwell-trip/ KMI panel verdict on Hearts penalty shout at Aberdeen revealed - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25659448.kmi-panel-said-hearts-penalty-shout-aberdeen/   //////////////////////////////////////////////////// Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland! Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job? Ready for a career change? Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips: Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian will find out more about Ageu's injury in the next 12 hours. The Brazilian has suffered a hamstring tear. There is more positive news around Lawrence Shankland who is set to return against Motherwell. Joel and Craig discuss the injury situation, react to the press conference and answer your questions. Hearts team news with Shankland boost, Ageu latest and Baningime progress - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25652275.hearts-team-news-positive-news-duo-ageu-latest/ Take advantage of our Black Friday offer of 12 months of Hearts Standard for £12 - https://t.co/kEbZ1BLJOz We are also available as a podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/hearts-standard/playlists/podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hearts-standard/id1714644772  //////////////////////////////////////////////////// Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland! Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job? Ready for a career change? Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips: Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

After Aberdeen 1-0 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership, Joel and Craig discuss the first Scottish Premiership defeat of the season. There were positives to take from the performance but too many key players were missing. #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #spfl #scottishfootball #scottishpremiership  Derek McInnes on plans for injured Hearts duo and first league defeathttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25643662.derek-mcinnes-plans-injured-hearts-duo-first-league-defeat/ Instant analysis: How Hearts fell to first league defeat as Aberdeen hoodoo continueshttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25643448.hearts-fell-first-league-defeat-aberdeen-hoodoo-continues/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Craig is joined by Mark Donaldson from the excellent ESPN and the even better Scarves Around the Funnel to discuss Heart of Midlothian's trip to Aberdeen on Sunday. Will Derek McInnes switch to a back three for the Scottish Premiership clash? Who replaces Craig Halkett? Does Tomas Magnusson continue in midfield and who between Claudio Braga and Landry Kabore? Or both?#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #scottishfootball #spfl  Inside Hearts' sole point of contact with Jamestown Analytics and plan for Januaryhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25635349.hearts-plan-january-set-jamestown-relationship-detailed  What Shankland said to Hearts & Scotland double questionhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25640370.shankland-said-hearts-scotland-double-question  Scarves Around The Funnel:www.youtube.com/@ScarvesAroundTheFunnel www.scarvesaroundthefunnel.co.uk www.x.com/AroundTheFunnel/status/1760019049474556227 ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Craig and Blair look ahead to Scotland's double-header tomorrow night and ask if either of Hearts' Lawrence Shankland or Craig Gordon will get any game time. They then briefly look ahead to next week and who should replace Craig Halkett in the Heart of Midlothian defence.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishfootball #spfl #scotlandnationalteam  Shankland: Scotland factor in Hearts call, World Cup and Gordonhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25610129.shankland-scotland-factor-hearts-call-world-cup-gordon/ Hearts defender on booking that rules him out of Aberdeen clashhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25616435.hearts-defender-booking-rules-aberdeen-clash/ We are also available as a podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/hearts-standard/playlists/podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hearts-standard/id1714644772 ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

After Hearts 1-1 Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership, Derek McInnes spoke to the media. The Heart of Midlothian head coach said a point was a fair result and that his team wasn't at its best. There was an update on Beni Baningime's injury and a word on Craig Halkett's yellow card that rules him out of the trip to Aberdeen.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #scottishfootball #spfl  Instant analysis: How Hearts dropped points for just the third time and suspension blowhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25607699.hearts-dropped-points-just-third-time-suspension-blow/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Our sponsors, s1jobs, have thousands of job opportunities across Scotland!Based in Glasgow since 2001, s1jobs has been at the heart of Scottish recruitment for over 20 years. As Scotland’s go-to job site, they continue to help jobseekers at every stage of their career journey. Looking for your first job?Ready for a career change?Want to take the next step in your industry? No matter where you are in your career, s1jobs has the right opportunity for you. With thousands of roles across a diverse range of sectors, your next job could be just a click away. Start your search today: www.s1jobs.com Make sure you’re ready to apply - upload your CV today! Not only can you apply quickly, but top employers can also headhunt you directly. Let your next opportunity come to you! Follow s1jobs for the latest job updates and career tips:Facebook: www.facebook.com/s1jobs/Instagram: www.instagram.com/s1jobs_scotland/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/s1jobs-com/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@s1jobs.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe