Joel Sked
@sked21.bsky.social
Rewatched Rangers-Hearts this afternoon.
4️⃣ frustrations
2️⃣ key in-game moments
🔎 What the half-time change meant
4️⃣ frustrations
2️⃣ key in-game moments
🔎 What the half-time change meant
The four Hearts frustrations and two key in-game moments from Rangers defeat
Hearts led twice at Ibrox but couldn't come away with a significant result in the title race. Joel Sked looks back at the action against Rangers.
onlrl.co
February 16, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Rewatched Rangers-Hearts this afternoon.
4️⃣ frustrations
2️⃣ key in-game moments
🔎 What the half-time change meant
4️⃣ frustrations
2️⃣ key in-game moments
🔎 What the half-time change meant
Hearts have six big fixtures across the next seven weeks ahead of the split.
Four of them are at home and the Gorgie Ultras are looking to produce even "bigger and better tifos".
A piece on what goes into creating the displays and their fundraising.
Four of them are at home and the Gorgie Ultras are looking to produce even "bigger and better tifos".
A piece on what goes into creating the displays and their fundraising.
How Gorgie Ultras aim make Tynecastle a fortress and numbers behind derby tifo
The group are raising money to produce more vibrant displays as seen prior to the Edinburgh derby.
onlrl.co
February 16, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Hearts have six big fixtures across the next seven weeks ahead of the split.
Four of them are at home and the Gorgie Ultras are looking to produce even "bigger and better tifos".
A piece on what goes into creating the displays and their fundraising.
Four of them are at home and the Gorgie Ultras are looking to produce even "bigger and better tifos".
A piece on what goes into creating the displays and their fundraising.
Derek McInnes explained the reasoning behind switching to a back three at half time as he described the game "too basketbally".
Also provided an update on Oisin McEntee
Also provided an update on Oisin McEntee
Derek McInnes explains Hearts half-time switch and Oisin McEntee latest
Derek McInnes believes there will be more twists and turns in the Scottish Premiership title race after Heart of Midlothian fell to a 4-2 defeat to…
onlrl.co
February 15, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Derek McInnes explained the reasoning behind switching to a back three at half time as he described the game "too basketbally".
Also provided an update on Oisin McEntee
Also provided an update on Oisin McEntee
Hearts lead at the top cut to two points after defeat to Rangers.
Poor defending and not building on two leads a huge frustration. Didn't have enough threat after the break.
Aim between now and the split. Win six.
Poor defending and not building on two leads a huge frustration. Didn't have enough threat after the break.
Aim between now and the split. Win six.
Rangers 4-2 Hearts: Dramatic day in title race, cheap goals, the aim now
Hearts saw their lead at the top of the Premiership cut to two points with defeat at Ibrox. Joel and Blair look back at the action.
onlrl.co
February 15, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Hearts lead at the top cut to two points after defeat to Rangers.
Poor defending and not building on two leads a huge frustration. Didn't have enough threat after the break.
Aim between now and the split. Win six.
Poor defending and not building on two leads a huge frustration. Didn't have enough threat after the break.
Aim between now and the split. Win six.
Derek McInnes was asked if it is becoming more difficult to pick his Hearts XI. He explained what goes into deciding the XI.
Off the back of that, what does he do v Rangers?
Had a look ata few options for the latest 'biggest game of the season'.
Off the back of that, what does he do v Rangers?
Had a look ata few options for the latest 'biggest game of the season'.
What Derek McInnes considers when picking Hearts XI as numerous options v Rangers
Hearts head to Ibrox for their latest 'biggest game of the season' and there are plenty of big decisions.
onlrl.co
February 15, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Derek McInnes was asked if it is becoming more difficult to pick his Hearts XI. He explained what goes into deciding the XI.
Off the back of that, what does he do v Rangers?
Had a look ata few options for the latest 'biggest game of the season'.
Off the back of that, what does he do v Rangers?
Had a look ata few options for the latest 'biggest game of the season'.
Craig Halkett couldn't be within a certain distance of the dugout and changing room on Tuesday.
It meant he watched the game in the stands with Gary Locke.
He talks about the celebrations and why he is feeling no pressure at all in the title race.
It meant he watched the game in the stands with Gary Locke.
He talks about the celebrations and why he is feeling no pressure at all in the title race.
Craig Halkett on what it was like watching Hearts derby winner with club legend
Craig Halkett was a spectator for the Edinburgh derby on Tuesday due to suspension.
onlrl.co
February 14, 2026 at 10:29 AM
Craig Halkett couldn't be within a certain distance of the dugout and changing room on Tuesday.
It meant he watched the game in the stands with Gary Locke.
He talks about the celebrations and why he is feeling no pressure at all in the title race.
It meant he watched the game in the stands with Gary Locke.
He talks about the celebrations and why he is feeling no pressure at all in the title race.
The interest in Heart of Midlothian's title tilt continues with Canal+, Football Focus and Radio 4 all at the club this week.
For McInnes, he is enjoying annoying people.
🗣️ ‘Why are they still there?’ People can’t quite get their heads around it.
For McInnes, he is enjoying annoying people.
🗣️ ‘Why are they still there?’ People can’t quite get their heads around it.
Interest in Hearts title tilt grows as Derek McInnes relishes annoying a few people
The club have been the focus of media around the UK and Europe ahead of the top-of-the-table showdown with Rangers.
onlrl.co
February 13, 2026 at 10:43 PM
The interest in Heart of Midlothian's title tilt continues with Canal+, Football Focus and Radio 4 all at the club this week.
For McInnes, he is enjoying annoying people.
🗣️ ‘Why are they still there?’ People can’t quite get their heads around it.
For McInnes, he is enjoying annoying people.
🗣️ ‘Why are they still there?’ People can’t quite get their heads around it.
🗣️ "I still think they will fall away."
As Hearts head to Ibrox five points clear, having been top for 130+ days, there is absolutely no evidence to suggest they will.
On nonsense narratives, Old Firm trait, financial gulf and good Ibrox pressure.
As Hearts head to Ibrox five points clear, having been top for 130+ days, there is absolutely no evidence to suggest they will.
On nonsense narratives, Old Firm trait, financial gulf and good Ibrox pressure.
Why Hearts won't 'fall away': Nonsense narratives, Old Firm trait and Ibrox pressure
Hearts will go to Ibrox five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Joel Sked explains why it is exactly where they deserve to be.
onlrl.co
February 12, 2026 at 2:17 PM
🗣️ "I still think they will fall away."
As Hearts head to Ibrox five points clear, having been top for 130+ days, there is absolutely no evidence to suggest they will.
On nonsense narratives, Old Firm trait, financial gulf and good Ibrox pressure.
As Hearts head to Ibrox five points clear, having been top for 130+ days, there is absolutely no evidence to suggest they will.
On nonsense narratives, Old Firm trait, financial gulf and good Ibrox pressure.
Enjoyed this from @craigcairns.bsky.social breaking down Edinburgh derby success for Hearts.
The set-up, the tweaks and Tomas Magnusson's goal-scoring ability.
The set-up, the tweaks and Tomas Magnusson's goal-scoring ability.
How Hearts won the Edinburgh derby: Proper 4-4-2, second-half tweaks and subs
Craig Cairns looks back on another dramatic late win in the Edinburgh derby.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk
February 11, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Enjoyed this from @craigcairns.bsky.social breaking down Edinburgh derby success for Hearts.
The set-up, the tweaks and Tomas Magnusson's goal-scoring ability.
The set-up, the tweaks and Tomas Magnusson's goal-scoring ability.
With his goal, Tomas Magnusson secured a huge derby win, lifted the roof off Tynecastle and ensured Hearts take a lead to Ibrox.
But he didn't manage to make his partner's waters break.
The derby hero on his special goal and his child who is due.
But he didn't manage to make his partner's waters break.
The derby hero on his special goal and his child who is due.
Tomas Magnusson ranks Hearts derby goal and what he told team-mates with baby due
Tomas Magnusson produced the match-winning moment to down Hibs and secure Hearts a massive win
onlrl.co
February 11, 2026 at 4:02 PM
With his goal, Tomas Magnusson secured a huge derby win, lifted the roof off Tynecastle and ensured Hearts take a lead to Ibrox.
But he didn't manage to make his partner's waters break.
The derby hero on his special goal and his child who is due.
But he didn't manage to make his partner's waters break.
The derby hero on his special goal and his child who is due.
Islam Chesnokov may not have wowed with his attacking output. That'll come.
But he looked like he grew up on the derby and the need to battle.
Asked Derek McInnes about that side of the game and his inclusion.
🗣️ "His defensive work is on point"
But he looked like he grew up on the derby and the need to battle.
Asked Derek McInnes about that side of the game and his inclusion.
🗣️ "His defensive work is on point"
The eye-catching Islam Chesnokov stat as Derek McInnes explains Hearts star's start
The Kazakh international started his first Hearts game in the win over Hibs.
onlrl.co
February 11, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Islam Chesnokov may not have wowed with his attacking output. That'll come.
But he looked like he grew up on the derby and the need to battle.
Asked Derek McInnes about that side of the game and his inclusion.
🗣️ "His defensive work is on point"
But he looked like he grew up on the derby and the need to battle.
Asked Derek McInnes about that side of the game and his inclusion.
🗣️ "His defensive work is on point"
Derek McInnes wanted to talk about Harry Milne and a Hearts win, as he said he couldn't care about the quality of the game.
And joked the Hearts ball boy's parents have a taser for him.
And joked the Hearts ball boy's parents have a taser for him.
Derek McInnes' Hearts derby win assessment and taser joke over ball-boy celebration
The Hearts head coach watched his side defeat Hibs 1-0 at Tynecastle Park.
onlrl.co
February 10, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Derek McInnes wanted to talk about Harry Milne and a Hearts win, as he said he couldn't care about the quality of the game.
And joked the Hearts ball boy's parents have a taser for him.
And joked the Hearts ball boy's parents have a taser for him.
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HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB
It wasn't pretty but it was pretty important. Tomas Magnusson's late goal ensures Hearts go to Ibrox with at least a three-point lead.
Could be one of the biggest of derby wins.
HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB
It wasn't pretty but it was pretty important. Tomas Magnusson's late goal ensures Hearts go to Ibrox with at least a three-point lead.
Could be one of the biggest of derby wins.
Hearts 1-0 Hibs: One of the biggest derby wins, Chesnokov start, castle-rock defence
Hearts ensure they go to Ibrox with at least a three point lead thanks to Tomas Magnusson's winner at Tynecastle Park.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB
It wasn't pretty but it was pretty important. Tomas Magnusson's late goal ensures Hearts go to Ibrox with at least a three-point lead.
Could be one of the biggest of derby wins.
HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB
It wasn't pretty but it was pretty important. Tomas Magnusson's late goal ensures Hearts go to Ibrox with at least a three-point lead.
Could be one of the biggest of derby wins.
Derek McInnes explained the inclusion of Islam Chesnokov, who makes his first Hearts start.
🗣️ "It allows us to go with a more attacking shape."
It will be a decision welcomed by many within the support.
🗣️ "It allows us to go with a more attacking shape."
It will be a decision welcomed by many within the support.
Derek McInnes on Islam Chesnokov inclusion v Hibs and what it allows Hearts to do
The Kazakhstan international makes his first start for Hearts against Hibs in the Edinburgh derby at Tynecastle Park.
onlrl.co
February 10, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Derek McInnes explained the inclusion of Islam Chesnokov, who makes his first Hearts start.
🗣️ "It allows us to go with a more attacking shape."
It will be a decision welcomed by many within the support.
🗣️ "It allows us to go with a more attacking shape."
It will be a decision welcomed by many within the support.
Two big games over the next six days will set the tone for Hearts and the title run-in.
It'll be exciting and, at times, excruciating. And it starts tonight with the derby.
It'll be exciting and, at times, excruciating. And it starts tonight with the derby.
The Hearts title fight, two big games over six big days and an unfamiliar fan feeling
Hearts face Hibs and Rangers in the next two games. Two games that could be significant in the title battle.
onlrl.co
February 10, 2026 at 9:57 AM
Two big games over the next six days will set the tone for Hearts and the title run-in.
It'll be exciting and, at times, excruciating. And it starts tonight with the derby.
It'll be exciting and, at times, excruciating. And it starts tonight with the derby.
A really good interview with Dale Carrick from @bmeik.bsky.social for @HeartsStandard_
The 'relegation' derby, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's influence on the fixture.
🗣️ "This was a very personal one for him when he took over."
The 'relegation' derby, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's influence on the fixture.
🗣️ "This was a very personal one for him when he took over."
Dale Carrick on spoiling Hibs party, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's derby influence
Dale Carrick produced a memorable moment on and off the field for Hearts against Hibs in 2014. He speaks to Hearts Standard about it.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 2:35 PM
A really good interview with Dale Carrick from @bmeik.bsky.social for @HeartsStandard_
The 'relegation' derby, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's influence on the fixture.
🗣️ "This was a very personal one for him when he took over."
The 'relegation' derby, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's influence on the fixture.
🗣️ "This was a very personal one for him when he took over."
Tomorrow night, Hearts will be looking to respond to the St Mirren loss and the previous derby defeat.
Hibs will have somewhat of a new look in terms of personnel, but the style is expected to be the same.
What Hearts expect from their city rivals ⤵️
Hibs will have somewhat of a new look in terms of personnel, but the style is expected to be the same.
What Hearts expect from their city rivals ⤵️
What Hearts expect from Hibs, the complete contrast and derby 'cup final'
Hearts play the first of 13 cup finals on Tuesday night when they host Hibs at Tynecastle Park.
onlrl.co
February 9, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Tomorrow night, Hearts will be looking to respond to the St Mirren loss and the previous derby defeat.
Hibs will have somewhat of a new look in terms of personnel, but the style is expected to be the same.
What Hearts expect from their city rivals ⤵️
Hibs will have somewhat of a new look in terms of personnel, but the style is expected to be the same.
What Hearts expect from their city rivals ⤵️
Hearts fans are keen to see the team start with wingers.
Derek McInnes would "like to" as well.
The Hearts head coach talked about the clamour and the need for the likes of Mato and Chesnokov to get up to speed.
Derek McInnes would "like to" as well.
The Hearts head coach talked about the clamour and the need for the likes of Mato and Chesnokov to get up to speed.
The Hearts clamour for two wingers and the need to be up to speed explained
Islam Chesnokov and Rogers Mato are being brought up to speed with the hope of having a big impact over the rest of the season.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk
February 8, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Hearts fans are keen to see the team start with wingers.
Derek McInnes would "like to" as well.
The Hearts head coach talked about the clamour and the need for the likes of Mato and Chesnokov to get up to speed.
Derek McInnes would "like to" as well.
The Hearts head coach talked about the clamour and the need for the likes of Mato and Chesnokov to get up to speed.
Harry Milne is one of the first names in the Hearts XI as one of the best and most consistent performers.
The 29-year-old talks a big week for Hearts, Scotland talk and Kyziridis.
🗣️ "It's a very competitive position... so I wouldn't hold my breath."
The 29-year-old talks a big week for Hearts, Scotland talk and Kyziridis.
🗣️ "It's a very competitive position... so I wouldn't hold my breath."
Harry Milne on a 'big week' for Hearts, Alexandros Kyziridis and Scotland talk
Harry Milne has been one of the team's best and most consistent performers this season.
onlrl.co
February 8, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Harry Milne is one of the first names in the Hearts XI as one of the best and most consistent performers.
The 29-year-old talks a big week for Hearts, Scotland talk and Kyziridis.
🗣️ "It's a very competitive position... so I wouldn't hold my breath."
The 29-year-old talks a big week for Hearts, Scotland talk and Kyziridis.
🗣️ "It's a very competitive position... so I wouldn't hold my breath."
Derek McInnes discussed doubters, people losing their shit, making changes to his Hearts side and an important period.
🗣️ "Three-quarters of the country would have been delighted with that result the other night
🗣️ "Three-quarters of the country would have been delighted with that result the other night
'Losing their s***' - Why Derek McInnes is not interested in Hearts doubters
Hearts are top of the Scottish Premeirship going into a crucial week of the season.
onlrl.co
February 6, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Derek McInnes discussed doubters, people losing their shit, making changes to his Hearts side and an important period.
🗣️ "Three-quarters of the country would have been delighted with that result the other night
🗣️ "Three-quarters of the country would have been delighted with that result the other night
Hearts fans have another 8pm kick-off to prepare for.
Next month's trip to Rugby Park has been rescheduled.
Next month's trip to Rugby Park has been rescheduled.
Hearts fixture moved for television fixture as fans set for another 8pm kick-off
The Hearts title charge continues to generate interest from the broadcasters.
onlrl.co
February 6, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Hearts fans have another 8pm kick-off to prepare for.
Next month's trip to Rugby Park has been rescheduled.
Next month's trip to Rugby Park has been rescheduled.
Hearts have a number of players out on loan and doing well at their respective clubs.
@bmeik.bsky.social got the inside track on eight of those in this in-depth look at how they are performing.
@bmeik.bsky.social got the inside track on eight of those in this in-depth look at how they are performing.
Inside track on how 8 young Hearts starlets are faring on loan in lower leagues
Hearts have a number of young players out on loan and we've spoken to people at their loan clubs to learn about their progress.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Hearts have a number of players out on loan and doing well at their respective clubs.
@bmeik.bsky.social got the inside track on eight of those in this in-depth look at how they are performing.
@bmeik.bsky.social got the inside track on eight of those in this in-depth look at how they are performing.
Where did it go wrong for Hearts last night?
Mainly a costly 29 minutes that saw Hearts play into St Mirren's hands and play themselves into trouble.
Analysis of that period, team selection explanation and the right side debate.
Mainly a costly 29 minutes that saw Hearts play into St Mirren's hands and play themselves into trouble.
Analysis of that period, team selection explanation and the right side debate.
Where it went wrong for Hearts and the 29 costly minutes against St Mirren
Hearts fell to their third defeat of the league season on Tuesday night. Joel looks back on a costly 29 minutes.
onlrl.co
February 4, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Where did it go wrong for Hearts last night?
Mainly a costly 29 minutes that saw Hearts play into St Mirren's hands and play themselves into trouble.
Analysis of that period, team selection explanation and the right side debate.
Mainly a costly 29 minutes that saw Hearts play into St Mirren's hands and play themselves into trouble.
Analysis of that period, team selection explanation and the right side debate.
Derek McInnes believes James Wilson's move to Spurs isn't the right one for him - and outlined his preference for the striker.
🗣️ "It's academy football... I think he's better than that."
Wilson wanted a move after being limited to 10 appearances.
🗣️ "It's academy football... I think he's better than that."
Wilson wanted a move after being limited to 10 appearances.
Derek McInnes on why Spurs is not the right move for James Wilson & Hearts preference
Derek McInnes had his say on James Wilson's move to Spurs as he explained why the striker is better than academy football.
onlrl.co
February 4, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Derek McInnes believes James Wilson's move to Spurs isn't the right one for him - and outlined his preference for the striker.
🗣️ "It's academy football... I think he's better than that."
Wilson wanted a move after being limited to 10 appearances.
🗣️ "It's academy football... I think he's better than that."
Wilson wanted a move after being limited to 10 appearances.
Derek McInnes was frustrated with his team's performance when it was 11v11.
He wanted the team to play forward more, be more direct and bypass St Mirren press.
Chesnokov and Mato being prepared for the Edinburgh derby.
He wanted the team to play forward more, be more direct and bypass St Mirren press.
Chesnokov and Mato being prepared for the Edinburgh derby.
Derek McInnes on what frustrated him with Hearts defeat and Mato & Chesnokov latest
The Hearts head coach gave his assessment on the 1-0 loss to St Mirren.
onlrl.co
February 3, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Derek McInnes was frustrated with his team's performance when it was 11v11.
He wanted the team to play forward more, be more direct and bypass St Mirren press.
Chesnokov and Mato being prepared for the Edinburgh derby.
He wanted the team to play forward more, be more direct and bypass St Mirren press.
Chesnokov and Mato being prepared for the Edinburgh derby.