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Wouter Vrancken discusses Hearts' Euro challenge ahead of St Johnstone match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:37 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Wouter Vrancken discusses Hearts' Euro challenge ahead of St Johnstone match

Summary

Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken addressed the media before their Premiership match against St Johnstone on Saturday. Vrancken described the team's draw in the Conference League as 'tough', facing strong opponents like Monaco and Trabzonspor. He expressed pride in Hearts' recent win over Rapid Vienna, emphasizing the importance of competing at this level for player development. With some players recovering from the Wednesday match, everyone participated in Friday's training and will be assessed for the upcoming game. New signing JJ Williams is available to debut, and Ageu is nearing a return, while Tom Renaud is set for an ankle scan.

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By the Numbers

•Hearts hosts St Johnstone in Premiership on Saturday
•Vrancken calls Euro draw challenging with Monaco and Trabzonspor
•Hearts won play-off against Rapid Vienna, boosting morale
•JJ Williams available for debut, Ageu returning to training
•Tom Renaud facing ankle injury assessment

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4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Vrancken on 'tough' Euro draw, Hearts belief & Ageu

What they're saying

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Head coach Wouter Vrancken has been speaking to the media before Hearts host St Johnstone in the Premiership on Saturday. Vrancken says Hearts have been dealt a "tough draw" in the Conference League where their opponents include Monaco and and Trabzonspor. Hearts were "over the moon" at winning the play-off against Rapid Vienna and Vrancken adds: "It is every player's dream to show yourself in Europe, so for the development of the team and also as an individual it is good to be there."
— Yahoo Sports

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