Hearts snatch it late as Magnússon seals the points | OneFootball

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·10 February 2026

Hearts snatch it late as Magnússon seals the points

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Match in Five Sentences: Hearts beat Hibernian 1-0 at Tynecastle Park. In the 88th minute, Tómas Magnússon swept in Harry Milne's cross from a set piece. The Jambos had introduced Magnússon (76.), and the Hibees lost Munashe Garan'anga to injury before Warren O'Hora came on (79.), tilting the closing stages. Hibs delivered 19 crosses and earned eight corners but managed only one shot on target as the Jambos posted 11 attempts to five. The Jam Tarts stay top on 57 points and visit Rangers next, while the Hibees host St Mirren.

Player of the Match: Frankie Kent anchored the Jambos' defence with 14 clearances and four aerial wins, shutting down Hibs' late deliveries.


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Stat of the Match: Hearts made 52 clearances, highlighting how often they had to repel Hibs' service.

Three Things We Learned: Magnússon's introduction (76.) proved decisive, his late finish settling a tight game. Hibs leaned on width, producing 19 crosses and eight corners but only one effort on target. Hearts attempted 17 crosses and won four corners, and the winner followed a free kick.

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