Robbie Neilson pleased Hearts’ injured players are returning before cup final
Robbie Neilson declared himself pleased with the way his injured Hearts contingent are gradually returning to contention ahead of the Scottish Cup final against Rangers.
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Cup final boost for Hearts as fitness news on key quintet in revealed
Manager Robbie Neilson has already welcomed defender Stephen Kingsley and midfielder Andy Halliday back into his squad, and five others are poised to follow suit over the next week.
Hearts boss explains why he had to bring youth-team players in his squad
Robbie Neilson admits he was down to the bare bones against Ross County after he added a couple of the Scottish Youth Cup finalists from earlier in the week to the substitute list and was still unable to fill the bench.
Nathaniel Atkinson reflects on cup final memories, a whirlwind start in Scotland and adulation of the Hearts support
Souttar has been absent with an ankle problem since being forced off in the 2-2 draw with Dundee United in March, while Craig Halkett took a significant blow to his ankle in the 2-1 semi-final victory over Hibs at Hampden Park. Manager Robbie Neilson is insistent both players will be available for selection at the national stadium, but neither can afford any setbacks with the showpiece encounter now just three weeks away.
Hearts duo Kingsley and Halliday to return from injury for visit of Ross County
Hearts will have Stephen Kingsley and Andy Halliday back from injury for their cinch Premiership match at home to Ross County.
Hearts injury worries start to clear with 'a number' set to return as Rangers loom
Hearts will still be without Michael Smith at the weekend but manager Robbie Neilson expects to welcome others back into his matchday squad for the fixture against Ross County.
Robbie Neilson ’11 out of 10′ sure key defensive duo will be fit for cup final
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson is convinced key defenders John Souttar and Craig Halkett will both be available for next month’s Scottish Cup final against Rangers.
John Souttar and Craig Halkett give Hearts Scottish Cup final boost as Robbie Neilson declares duo fit for Hampden
John Souttar is set to make a return in time for the Scottish Cup Final.