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Joel Sked
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Editor at Hearts Standard.

https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/
October 31, 2025 at 9:52 PM
📍 Paisley and St Mirren welcomes table-topping Heart of Midlothian.

Another big test in store but three points would present a huge opportunity this weekend.

Same team for sixth game running!
October 29, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Derek McInnes, speaking to Sky on speculation.

🗣️ My job is firmly at Hearts. I've wanted to be here for a long time. I am really enjoying my work here.

We feel we have started something and we want to make sure we can follow up a strong start to the season."
October 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Since 2000, nine players have reached the 200-game milestone for Heart of Midlothian.

The last player to do so was Michael Smith.

An exclusive interview with the Northern Irishman still playing semi-pro.

🔗 onlrl.co/0ipsih
September 20, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Derek McInnes simply shook his head when asked about Ageu.

🗣️ "What a boy he is... I think he's going to be brilliant for us."

Rolls Royce, everything midfielder and James Maddison comparison.

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August 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Hearts unveiled the new hummel home kit, keeper kits, training wear and more today as well as re-opening the club store after its refit

A feature on the record-breaking deal with hummel, why they were chosen and how it came about 👇
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2500176...
May 30, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Hearts enter their second transfer window in their partnership with Jamestown.

There is no Jamestown signing. No Derek McInnes signing. Just a Hearts signing.

Inside the collaborative process and three current target positions.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2520010...
May 30, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Oisin McEntee is a key transfer target for Hearts.

The 24-year-old could become the fourth summer addition and would add a physical presence and goal threat to the midfield.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2519767...
May 29, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Kabangu showed enough last season to suggest he'll be an asset and score goals, provided he's given the right role (ie, not as a lone striker with his back to goal).

Analysis from @craigcairns.bsky.social on his loan spell, the positives and negatives 👇
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2518409...
May 28, 2025 at 11:25 AM
🚨 Hearts confirm Elton Kabangu signing 🚨

3️⃣-year deal
🤝 McInnes spoke with the striker last week
🗣️ "He’s an absolute handful for opposing defences"
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2518147...
May 28, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Hearts will look to learn from the success of Union Saint-Gilloise, who won the Belgian title seven years after Tony Bloom's involvement.

A look at some of what they can take from USG's success for @heartsstandard.bsky.social
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2519350...
May 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Hearts are targeting "a lot more pace in wide areas" and a "different type of midfielder" in the transfer window.

Derek McInnes also confirmed further talks with Lawrence Shankland tomorrow.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2519182...
May 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Hearts confirm Craig Gordon contract extension

📝 Deal until 2026
📊 Top-30 for all-time appearances
🗣️ "I’m ready to do all I can to help get this team back to where we want to be."
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2518681...
May 23, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Derek McInnes wouldn't, it was said, take the Hearts job because he wanted to control everything. He didn't want to work with a sporting director.

🗣️ "It's just not true."

He spoke on control perception and his signing policy. Keen for a Scottish core.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2518454...
May 23, 2025 at 8:19 AM
While Elton Kabangu didn't give much away about his Hearts future even though he is set to sign permanently, he did offer a blunt assessment of his loan spell.

🗣️ "A good start, a shit end."

www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2518084...
May 21, 2025 at 9:38 PM
This is an excellent and detailed breakdown of Derek McInnes' coaching journey to Hearts by @craigcairns.bsky.social

Focuses on his time at St Johnstone, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock, looking at his shape, style and how he changed and adapted.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517920...
May 21, 2025 at 4:52 PM
🚨 Hearts have announced the signing of Alexandros Kyziridis

3️⃣-year-deal
⚽ 23 G/A this season
🤝 Fyssas, Karipidis, Kyziridis

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May 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The relationship between Derek McInnes and Graeme Jones will be "fundamental" to Hearts' success.

The sporting director explained how it will work, McInnes being the No.1 target and dealing with pressure and scrutiny.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517924...
May 21, 2025 at 6:54 AM
The transfer window at Hearts is going to be "busy but exciting" and will start in the coming week.

Graeme Jones spoke about being active until the end of the window and Lawrence Shankland hopes.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517837...
May 20, 2025 at 9:33 PM
🔎 Inside the appointment of Derek McInnes as Heart of Midlothian's new head coach

A look at the process, Gary Locke's involvement, talks and important messages
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517377...
May 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Hearts have announced the departure of seven from the academy, including Ethan Drysdale.

The left-back is very highly thought of but a torrid time with injuries. Ryan Duncan is someone who should have plenty of suitors as well.
onlrl.co/aaan7k
May 20, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Hearts should be identifiable under Derek McInnes next season as the new head coach sets sights on success and silverware.

💬 "I really believe we can annoy people... I believe we can do something here."
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517582...
May 20, 2025 at 6:58 AM
Derek McInnes said a lot of things that will no doubt have resonated with the Hearts support, even those with doubts.

A look back at this afternoon and what we learned from his unveiling.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517574...
May 19, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Derek McInnes met the press for the first time as Hearts head coach.

He spoke on what he wants Tynecastle Park to become, squad building, why he is delighted to be appointed and more.
www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/2517420...
May 19, 2025 at 2:59 PM
🚨 It's official. Derek McInnes has been appointed as the new Hearts head coach

📝 Deal until 2029
🤝 Joined by Sheerin and Archibald
🇱🇻 To be unveiled later today

🔗 onlrl.co/vrmb2k
May 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM