Michael Conlan leads tributes for NI defender Conor McLaughlin who has retired aged 30
Michael Conlan has led tributes to Northern Ireland defender Conor McLaughlin who confirmed his premature retirement on medical grounds on Thursday night.
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Liam Boyce relishing Edinburgh derby Scottish Cup semi-final
The Northern Irishman struck an extra-time penalty as Hearts defeated Hibernian 2-1 in a last-four clash played behind closed doors in October 2020 due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Liam Boyce relishing Edinburgh derby Scottish Cup semi-final at packed Hampden
Liam Boyce is relishing the intensity of an Edinburgh derby Scottish Cup semi-final at a packed Hampden this weekend after scoring the winner in the same fixture in front of no supporters 18 months ago.
Opinion: Celtic star won’t be intimidated if cup clash goes all the way
Celtic’s game against Rangers in the Scottish Cup this weekend will be different from any of the three previous derbies the teams have played this season as it could go to extra time and penalties if required.
Penalty practice at Hearts as Liam Boyce recalls knee slide against Hibs
The last Hearts-Hibs Scottish Cup semi-final was decided by Boyce’s extra-time spot-kick inside an empty National Stadium in 2020. The Covid pandemic was in full flow, a fact reinforced to the Northern Irishman as he slid across the turf on his knees in celebration after putting his team 2-1 ahead.
Liam Boyce versus Hibs at Hampden: Hearts striker recalls goal in front of no fans and his Ross County triumph
In one of the biggest derbies, on the nation’s biggest stage, Liam Boyce hit the decisive penalty past Ofir Marciano and darted off in celebration.
Hearts learn how many points needed for European place as Barrie McKay strikes in 2-0 win over Livingston
Seven more Premiership points will secure third place and a spot in the Europa Conference League qualifying rounds as a minimum for the Edinburgh club. That’s before any rewards which may come from the Scottish Cup.
Beni Baningime and Barrie McKay on the scoresheet as Hearts beat Livingston
Barrie McKay opened his account for Hearts with a stunning volley as the Gorgie side recorded a comfortable 2-0 victory over Livingston.