Hearts have 11 players injured as they head into their cup clash with St Mirren
Hearts have 11 players carrying injuries ahead of their Scottish Cup quarter-final against St Mirren.
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Hearts' predicted starting XI for Scottish Cup tie against St Mirren - with many injury absences
Robbie Neilson’s men go into the match in fine form having dispensed of St Mirren and Aberdeen before drawing 2-2 with Dundee United at Tannadice last weekend.
Robbie Neilson rues Hearts injury woes as 11 players struggle for fitness ahead of St Mirren clash
Hearts have all but secured third place in the Scottish Premiership as they maintain a 13-point advantage over their rivals – but the injuries are now piling up for Robbie Neilson' s side.
Hearts reveal 11 injuries ahead of St Mirren Scottish Cup tie
Hearts have 11 players struggling with knocks ahead of their Scottish Cup tie against St Mirren.
Hearts’ injury problems increase ahead of St Mirren cup tie
Hearts have 11 players struggling with knocks ahead of their Scottish Cup tie against St Mirren.
Gary Mackay: The reason for Hearts' extra edge as season's climax nears
Above and beyond that, the start made in each of these games is really encouraging in my opinion. They’ve come out attacking and pushing the opposition back. With a passionate support behind you, everything can take off when you start matches in that manner.
Hearts: Two new signings on priority list for specific position
Two new centre-backs are wanted by Riccarton management to ensure the club’s defence is sufficiently reinforced should they qualify for European football.
Craig Halkett reveals why Hearts team-mate is butt of the jokes as he addresses Scotland chat
There has been talk already this season about the prospect of international call-ups for Craig Halkett and Barrie McKay.