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Nick Montgomery sacked by Hibs after just eight months in charge
Nick Montgomery has been sacked by Hibs after just eight months in charge following the 4-0 humiliation to Aberdeen on Sunday afternoon
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Nick Montgomery brands Hibs' defeat at St Johnstone 'bad day at the office' and calls for more belief
Hibernian FC
The Hibees, backed by a strong away following, lost out at McDiarmid Park after an individual error from Dylan Levitt was punished by Graham Carey in the games only goal.
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Hearts 'unlikely' to have Alex Lowry fit for Celtic as Steven Naismith details plan to try get result
Heart of Midlothian FC
The Jambos are on the road to face the Scottish champions who recovered from their defeat at Rugby Park last weekend against Kilmarnock to dump Feyenoord in the Champions League.
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Jimmy Jeggo to replace suspended Joe Newell as Hibs boss Nick Montgomery hails 'real team player'
Hibernian FC
The Hibees boss is without his key midfielder due to a one-match suspension but his team-mate has been 'champing at the bit' for his big chance and that will arrive in Perth.
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Lawrence Shakland Hearts transfer exit would require 'exceptional' offer to even consider deal
Hearts transfer news
The Jambos' key man and skipper enters the final 18 months of his deal next month and has been regularly touted by pundits as one Philippe Clement should move for to add to his Rangers attacking options.
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Hearts 'want' SEVEN players to pen new contracts as Steven Naismith gets down to work
Heart of Midlothian FC
The capital club have already kicked off talks with veteran Craig Gordon about fresh terms after his return to fitness with the likes of Craig Halkett, Beni Baningime and Alan Forrest also in the deals picture.
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Jair Tavares loving new Hibs role as Nick Montgomery praises winger for adapting to gameplan
Jair Tavares
The former Benfica prospect was shut out of the side by Lee Johnson but has since enjoyed a revival and picked up a crucial role under new manager Nick Montgomery.
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Nick Montgomery breaks Hibs Musa Toure silence as he 'keeps eye' on A-League transfer market
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The former Central Coast Mariners boss is ready for the January transfer window to open as he looks to start adding his own stamp on his Easter Road squad with the A-League one avenue of interest.
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Hibs 2 Aberdeen 0 as Nick Montgomery records another win - 3 things we learned
Hibernian FC
Hibs have won three games on the bounce and are looking good for European football
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Steven Naismith relishes 'ugly' Hearts Kilmarnock win as Jambos boss 'breeds confidence' in stars
Heart of Midlothian FC
Hearts had to play nasty to beat Kilmarnock on a snowy day in Ayrshire.
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Will Fish Hibs transfer stance laid out by Nick Montgomery as boss wary of loan deal risk
Hibernian FC
The Manchester United man has enjoyed a revival under the Yorkshireman during his second loan stint with the Hibees and enjoyed a winning outing against Dundee on Saturday.
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Spartans want Hearts Scottish Cup tie at Ainslie Park despite calls for Easter Road switch
Heart of Midlothian FC
The League Two side are eager to welcome the Jambos to Ainslie Park rather than see their fourth round clash moved elsewhere, with Hibs' Easter Road stadium suggested as a possible venue.
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Kenneth Vargas criticised as Hearts star labelled 'appalling cheat' by former SPFL referee with 'rule change' wanted
Heart of Midlothian FC
Kenneth Vargas is the latest player in Scotland's top-flight to be hit with a diving tag following his theatrics at the weekend.
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Hearts and Hibs discover Scottish Cup fate as draw hands Jambos all-Edinburgh clash with Spartans
Scottish Cup
The big capital duo join the likes of Celtic, Rangers and Aberdeen in entering the competition at this stage as the journey to reach Hampden begins in the quest to lift the famous old trophy.
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Will Fish opens up on Hibs future amid Manchester United January recall option as he eyes third spot
Hibernian FC
The Englishman was tested in an unfamiliar role following Lewis Miller's red card against Dundee, but held on for an important victory as he continues to develop himself further with the Hibees.
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Steven Naismith outlines key Hearts stat as he takes positives from St Johnstone win
Heart of Midlothian FC
The Hearts boss is beginning to become impressed by his side's consistency after they chalked up three league wins in a row
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Hearts 3 Dundee 2 as Cammy Devlin plays and Leigh Griffiths scores in bounce game
A raft of first team players got a run out as Robbie Neilson got some minutes in his players' legs
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Nick Montgomery calls for VAR fairness as Hibs boss uses Rangers example to question Hampden controversy
Hibernian FC
Nick Montgomery has aired his frustration at VAR consistency after Hibs weren't awarded a penalty at Hampden.
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Steven Naismith blasts 'crazy' Hearts Viaplay Cup referee calls after Rangers defeat at Hampden
Steven Naismith
The Jambos were left to rue their errors on the day at Hampden as three second-half goals from Rangers steered the Light Blues to the final but there was late VAR drama that left Naismith irate.
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Hearts star Stephen Kingsley knew VAR would spare red card blushes as he reveals Nick Walsh message
Stephen Kingsley
The defender looked to be heading for an early shower until Nick Walsh was called to check the VAR monitor for a Hearts penalty, which proved to be merely a consolation in their Viaplay Cup exit.
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Hearts 1 Rangers 3 as Jambos fall to another Hampden defeat and exit Viaplay Cup - 3 things we learned
Heart of Midlothian FC
The Jambos crumbled in the second-half at the national stadium and once again were beaten by Rangers in a knockout tie at Hampden having lost the Scottish Cup final to the Gers in 2022.
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Craig Halkett insists Hearts' stars need to take Steven Naismith Aberdeen comments on the chin
Craig Halkett
The Jambos took the lead in the first period against Barry Robson's under-pressure side thanks to Lawrence Shankland but the Reds roared back in the Granity City to claim a vital win.
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Paul Hanlon hopes he's grabbed Hibs chance after admitting 'nobody has any divine right to play'
Paul Hanlon
The Easter Raod skipper has had to be patient under new boss Nick Montgomery for match minutes with his last start before victory over Livingston coming at Ibrox against Rangers in October.
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Barrie McKay opens up on Hearts injury journey as he tells Steven Naismith he is ready to go
Heart of Midlothian FC
The winger made his return from a three-month injury lay-off late on under the lights at Tynecastle as his current side lost out 1-0 to Rangers. It's Aberdeen at Pittodrie next up as the bid to get back to winning ways.
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Elias Melkersen nets Hibs seven-figure transfer fee and 'significant' sell-on after Easter Road exit
Hibs transfer news
The Hibees have negotiated a permanent deal that will see the forward leave the capital for Stromsgodset. He was on loan at the Norwegian club and will now stay full-time.
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Steven Naismith admits Hearts 'pleasing and disappointing' aspects as he analyses Rangers defeat
Steven Naismith
The Jambos boss watched on as Philippe Clement claimed a third win over his side in his short stint in Glasgow as Light Blues gaffer thanks to Abdallah Sima's only goal of the game.
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Nick Montgomery expresses Hibs disappointment at Celtic with first two goals 'totally avoidable'
Hibernian FC
The Hibees arrived in Glasgow full of confidence after three Scottish Premiership wins on the spin ahead of kick-off but found themselves behind after four minutes before the Hoops ran riot.
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Hibs boss Nick Montgomery singles out David Marshall for praise after Dundee win
Hibernian FC
Hibs boss Nick Montgomery singles out key player after Dundee win
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Dundee 1 Hibs 2 as Jair Tavares scores stunner and Lewis Miller turns hero to villain - 3 thing we learned
Hibernian FC
Hibs earned a big win on the road but had to do things the hard way after Lewis Miller scored then got himself sent off in a dramatic Dens encounter
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Hibs manager Montgomery expresses 'pride' at Tavares redemption
Hibernian FC
The Hibs head coach has expressed his pride at seeing Portuguese winger Jair Tavares make the most of a second chance at the club after suffering a torrid time under the previous manager
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John McGinn talks 'strange' Scotland qualifying campaign as ex Hibs man sets sights on Germany success
Scotland national football team
Scotland qualified for EURO 2024 with two games to go last month.
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Nick Montgomery can't hide Hibs striker boost delight as winter window sees forgotten star return to Easter Road
Hibernian FC
Hibs have a plethora of strikers but Nick Montgomery can't get enough and he'll see one return in the winter.
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Georgia 2 Scotland 2 as Lawrence Shankland rescues draw with late header - 3 things we learned
Steve Clarke
Scotland have still lost just one of their games in their Euro 2024 qualifying group.
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Lawrence Shankland showered in Scotland praise as Hearts star earns teammate acclaim and Saints boss approval
Heart of Midlothian FC
Lawrence Shankland's injury time goal gave Scotland a solid point against Georgia on Thursday
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Frankie Kent in Hearts captain sales pitch as defender admits he has 'lots to say' at Tynecastle
Heart of Midlothian FC
Frankie Kent has been one of the better summer signings Steven Naismith brought to the club in the transfer window
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Hearts 0 Rangers 1 as superb Abdallah Sima goal gives Jambos capital punishment - 3 things we learned
Rangers
Hearts were unfortunate to lose 1-0 to Rangers on a bitter night at Tynecastle.
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Celtic 4 Hibs 1 as Martin Boyle joins 300 club in tough night for Hibees - three things we learned
Hibernian FC
Nick Montgomery's men went into the clash under the lights in Glasgow's east end full of confidence after three Scottish Premiership wins on the spin but they suffered a heavy loss at Parkhead.
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Nick Montgomery urges Lewis Miller to avoid Hibs suspension repeat as 'gag him' quip made
Hibernian FC
Nick Montgomery saw Rory Whittaker play at the weekend but at just 16 years old he'll be hoping to use Lewis Miller for a bit longer...
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Lawrence Shankland Hearts contract situation addressed as Steven Naismith offers 'right time' response
Lawrence Shankland
The Scotland international is out of contract in the summer of 2025 as he gets ready to enter the final 18 months of his current terms. He is a key player for the Gorgie side.
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David Marshall admits Hibs display one of his best as he hails 'real togetherness' at Easter Road
David Marshall
The veteran Easter Road No1 was on top form as he kept Barry Robson's men out in the capital with a string of big saves including a penalty from Bojan Miovski in the Hibees 2-0 win.
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David Marshall lands special Hibs praise as Nick Montgomery hails 'real team performance' vs Aberdeen
David Marshall
The Hibees made it three wins on the spin in the Scottish Premiership as they gained revenge on Barry Robson's men after defeat to the Reds at Hampden in the Viaplay Cup semi-final.
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Nick Montgomery talks Hibs January transfer situation and 'ongoing process' at Easter Road
Hibs transfer news
The Easter Road gaffer has admitted he is of the understanding that he won't have a budget to go out and sign players but believes he will be able to add to his ranks should bodies leave the club.
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Hearts announce record turnover of £20.8m as club release details for upcoming AGM at Tynecastle
Heart of Midlothian FC
The Jambos are in a healthy financial position with a £6.1m year-on-year increase in turnover. That is a 42% increase on the previous year.
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Hearts youngster Aidan Denholm wants to continue 'rollercoaster' with first Scotland U-21 cap
Heart of Midlothian FC
The 20-year-old had been left fearing for the end of his football career after his release under Robbie Neilson before Steven Naismith threw him a lifeline with a one-year deal.
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Craig Gordon and Craig Halkett Hearts return timeline as squad update issued by Steven Naismith
Heart of Midlothian FC
The Jambos manager confirmed the duo are likely to be forced to wait until 2024 for their respective returns with both back in training after spells on the sidelines.
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Steven Naismith hails 'big win' for Hearts at Motherwell as Jambos make it back to back league wins
Steven Naismith
Lawrence Shankland was the Jambos hero as the skipper fired home twice with two excellent goals as the capital club heading home from Fir Park with all three points.
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Lewis Miller 'ecstatic' with Hibs' win over Kilmarnock after showing 'determination' at Easter Road
Hibernian FC
The Aussie defender played a key role as his side earned a hard-fought win and clean sheet over Kilmarnock at Easter Road
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Steven Naismith adamant he is Hearts' man for the job as under-pressure boss out to fix form
Steven Naismith
Hearts sit five points adrift of third in the Premiership and Naismith is adamant he can fix the Jambos' form which has seen them crash out of the Viaplay Cup while sitting fifth in the league.
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Cammy Devlin details Hearts recent 'frustration' as he makes 'strongest' season admission
Cammy Devlin
The tough tackling Jambos midfielder failed to start the Rangers late collapse at Ibrox and the return game a week later at Hampden as Philippe Clement's men came out on top to dump the Jambos out of the Viaplay Cup.
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Edinburgh Marathon
Midlothian man taking on four races in one weekend for incredible reason
Robert Cole, from Dalkeith, is taking part in four races over one weekend including the Edinburgh Marathon, half-marathon, a 5k and a 10k - all for one incredible reason.
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Grim moment Rangers fans 'try to smash barrier' in Edinburgh to get to Hearts spectators
Heart of Midlothian FC
During the ugly incident, football fans can be seen swearing and shouting abuse as they attempt to barge their way through a security cordon and into the Roseburn Stand.
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Edinburgh Hearts superfan shows off house of memorabilia including 'Jambos Bar'
Heart of Midlothian FC
John Cramb is a football mad Hearts fan who has turned his house into a shrine for all things Heart of Midlothian, and he appeared on popular BBC TV show A View from the Terrace to display his collection
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Touching moment Edinburgh football fans erupt into applause in tribute to Hearts super-fan
Heart of Midlothian FC
Thousands of football fans participated in a touching tribute for a Hearts super-fan on Saturday at the teams match against Livingston at Tyncecastle, after Aaron Coltart tragically lost his life in March.
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Edinburgh family organise touching tribute to Hearts super-fan after tragic death
Heart of Midlothian FC
Aaran Coltart, tragically lost his life on March 30, just a few weeks after his 30th birthday. His sister, Vicky, is now hoping to organise a round of applause for him at the Hearts v Livingston game on April 13
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Hibernian FC
Tributes flood in for Edinburgh Hibs local legend after his sad passing
The Easter Road side took to social media to post a picture and touching tribute following the sad passing of former groundsman and kit manager Tam McCourt last week
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Edinburgh footballer Jason Cummings spotted with hip hop legend 50 Cent in Miami
Music
The forward, who ply's his trade in India for Mohun Bagan, recently enjoyed a visit to the US and Canada before being spotted with hip hop legend 50 Cent at Miami Beach
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Former Hibs manager Neil Lennon embroiled in court battle over child support dispute
Neil Lennon
Neil Lennon's ex-girlfriend, Jennifer Jonson, has said that the former manager owes her £43,000 in child support after he failed to increase payments in line with inflation.
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Young Hibs super-fan has 'dream come true' as he shares special moment with player
Hibernian FC
Archie McKinnon, six, is a dedicated fan of Hibs and was able to meet his favourite player, Nathan Moriah-Welsh, after the game against Motherwell on May 15.
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Edinburgh Hibs fans on what's next for club after sacking manager
Hibernian FC
The heavy home defeat was the final straw for Hibs' owners who duly called time on Montgomery's reign - but what next for the Easter Road outfit? We asked fans for their views.
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Flora Kelsey said she applied for a postal vote but didn't receive it in time - and was then turned then away from her local polling place.
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The pre-season friendly between Broxburn FC and Edinburgh City was suspended at half-time after a group of ultras with their faces covered took over the away end
New Edinburgh French-inspired bistro opens in city centre with 'affordable menu'
Food and Drink
After cooking for the much-loved Educated Flea, executive chef Maxime Sissani has taken over the reins and opened his own bistro in the city centre with wife Charlie.
Edinburgh hospital patients served 'frozen eggs and watery custard' on ward
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Pam Thomson has had to rely on her father bringing her food into hospital as she alleged she was forced to go without a meal after being served 'frozen eggs' while undergoing treatment.
Raging Edinburgh residents warn 'drivers will get £100 fine' as hedge blocks sign
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K Smith has said that motorists are in danger of being slapped with hefty fines of £100 if they are unable to see an important sign informing them of the bus gate rules.
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Popular Edinburgh bakery Kilted Donut announce new store opening date and time
Hungry Morningside locals will be able to grab a delicious donut from Friday morning. Kilted Donut has said they will be open until 6.30 - or until they run out.
Midlothian village church could be transformed as building hits the market
Church of Scotland
The church could be transformed into a new venue under new ownership after the Church of Scotland put it on the market. Newton Church in Danderhall held its last service at the start of 2023.
Major fashion retail brand makes comeback in West Lothian shopping centre
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The popular French Connection brand closed its store back in 2022, but much to the delight of Livingston locals, it has returned to the Livingston Designer Outlet.
Edinburgh police stop cyclist travelling on major motorway at night
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The cyclist was reported to have travelled down the motorway near Newbridge at night with no lights and clad in dark clothes before police stopped and reported them.
Edinburgh's Jacob Fearnley leaves Wimbledon Court to standing ovation
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Edinburgh's very own Jacob Fearnley left the Wimbledon court on Thursday to a standing ovation, despite bowing out, after a three-hour match against Novak Djokovic.