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Hearts prepare for League Cup semi-final against Hibs after recent success

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 2:03 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Hearts prepare for League Cup semi-final against Hibs after recent success

Summary

Hearts are set to face Hibernian in a League Cup semi-final at Hampden following a revival under head coach Wouter Vrancken. The team has not lost in eight matches, including previous victories over Sturm Graz and Aberdeen. Fans are growing optimistic as Hearts eye a chance at silverware. Additionally, Hearts remain competitive in Europe, with aspirations to advance from their current group stage. Upcoming league matches could position Hearts in a strong Premiership standing.

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By the Numbers

•Hearts will face Hibernian in the League Cup semi-final.
•Wouter Vrancken has led Hearts to eight matches unbeaten.
•Hearts are competing in Europe with hopes to qualify from group stage.
•Positive results could lift Hearts to second in the Premiership.
•Fans are becoming increasingly optimistic about the season's prospects.

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2:03 PMYahoo Sports — Vrancken vision no longer looks wishful thinking

What they're saying

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If only Doc Brown's DeLorean was parked somewhere near Gorgie Road, I'd be tempted to fire it up and head back to the evening of Thursday, 6 August. After three straight defeats to Sturm Graz (twice) and Aberdeen, then that bruising night in Portugal, the mood among the support was understandably wary at best. Take the League Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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