Late match-winner steers Hearts past Hibernian | OneFootball

Blair Spittal settled the game in the 86th minute with a composed finish, as Hearts beat Hibernian 2-1 at Easter Road.

Introduced after the restart, Spittal quickly connected attacks for Hearts, recycling possession and pushing Hibs back. His passing was tidy and forward-minded, setting the platform for late pressure.

He then arrived unmarked to meet Sabah Kerjota's cut-back and guided a right-footed effort into the bottom right corner (86.), the decisive touch after the Jambos had piled on wide service.

Spittal finished with one attempt, one on target, 23 passes completed from 20 and eight successful final third passes, underscoring his control between the lines when Hearts needed precision.

With Hearts owning 75.7% of the ball and slinging in 47 crosses, his timing into central spaces became the difference against a tiring defence.

The Jambos stay top of the Premiership's Championship phase and host Rangers next. The Hibees welcome Celtic.