Aberdeen rallies for late victory against Hearts in League Cup clash
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Aberdeen overcame Hearts with a dramatic injury-time win at Pittodrie on August 1. After an early goal from Oisin McEntee put Hearts ahead, Aberdeen fought back with a last-minute goal credited to Dan Happe, followed by a penalty converted by Kevin Nisbet after Hearts’ Stuart Findlay received a red card. The win marks a significant turnaround for Aberdeen, contrasting their previous season's struggles. Hearts faces a challenging Europa League qualifier against Benfica next on August 3.
- •Hearts led 1-0 until the 90th minute.
- •Aberdeen scored twice in stoppage time to claim victory.
- •Kevin Nisbet scored the decisive penalty after a red card for Hearts.
- •Aberdeen has won five straight matches in the League Cup.
- •Hearts prepares for a Europa League qualifier against Benfica on August 3.
- 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Nisbet leads from front as Aberdeen turn tables on Hearts
- 7:58 PMBBC Sport — Nisbet leads from front as Aberdeen turn tables on Hearts
"What a difference a year makes as Aberdeen get the better of Hearts - but what comes next for these two sides?
"What a difference a year makes as Aberdeen get the better of Hearts but what comes next for these two sides?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 8:02 PMNisbet leads from front as Aberdeen turn tables on Hearts
What a difference a year makes as Aberdeen get the better of Hearts but what comes next for these two sides?
- BBC SportAug 1, 2026, 7:58 PMNisbet leads from front as Aberdeen turn tables on Hearts
What a difference a year makes as Aberdeen get the better of Hearts - but what comes next for these two sides?
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