Hibernian v Hearts: leaders meet top-five hosts at Easter Road | OneFootball

Hibernian host Hearts in the Scottish Premiership at Easter Road on Saturday, 27 December 2025, with the visitors top of the table and the hosts fifth looking to halt the leaders' momentum.

Hibernian and Hearts are separated by 16 points in the standings, and Hearts won October's meeting 1-0. The visitors arrive in strong form, while the hosts are searching for a statement result at home.

The Jambos have strung together three straight league wins, including victory over Rangers, after two draws. Hibs, by contrast, have managed just one win in their last five.

Hearts have scored 36 and conceded 14 this season, keeping eight clean sheets and posing a major aerial threat with 10 headed goals. Lawrence Shankland leads the league scoring chart with nine, supported by Cláudio Braga on eight. For the hosts, Kieron Bowie has six league goals, with Martin Boyle and Jamie McGrath on five apiece. Given those profiles, the Jambos may look to exploit deliveries into the box, while Hibs could lean on their front line's movement to create chances.

The Jam Tarts sit first on 41 points and could tighten their grip on top spot with another positive result. The Hibees are fifth and a win would keep them in touch with the sides above and move them closer to the top four.