Predicted Hearts XI to face St Mirren as injuries bite but Scottish Cup clash could hinge on fitness of two stars
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson must navigate a plethora of injuries when he picks his team to face St Mirren.
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Robbie Neilson’s side had to make an unprecedented five enforced substitutions due to injury, while Hearts also saw their 1-0 half-time lead erased within seconds of the game restarting as former Jambo Liam Smith netted the goal of his career with a swerving stunner from 25 yards before Nicky Clark soon converted from the penalty spot.
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.
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.
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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.