Hearts vs Celtic LIVE score team news and build-up ahead of the Scottish Cup clash

Yes, it's true, these two teams did play on Wednesday night but a dress rehearsal might not be a perfect fit.

Because Robbie Neilson kept several head-turners in reserve and is looking to catch the eye by defeating Celtic and securing yet another trip to Hampden for his Jambos and push on for trophy glory.

But the opposition are formidable and Celtic have lost only two domestic games since September 2021 – the task is tall if Hearts fans are to experience a day to remember in the marquee weekend fixture.

And Celtic have the added motivation of trying to secure a Treble – their fifth in seven seasons if they pull it off. Ange Postecoglou knows his Premiership title leaders will need to be at their best in Gorgie and that's what makes this tie a potential classic in the making.

Expect plenty of noise, colour and nail–biting action as both teams aims to secure a day to remember.

Join us LIVE for all the latest ahead of kick-off with team news, build-up and analysis.

This fixture was one of the early flashpoints surrounding video replay being in use.

And it's Kevin Clancy as the whistler and Willie Collum on VAR duty.

That's yer Gorgie weather forecast during today's match.

Around four degrees with a chance of a touch of rain and a smattering of snow.

You wouldn't have a Scottish spring morning any other way!

Because this one has the potential to be brilliant!

All the ingredients are there.

Stephen Kingsley admits the scars from being a Scottish Cup penalty shoot-out sinner are never far from the surface when he takes stock of his career.

The image of burying his head in his hands after Celtic keeper Conor Hazard clawed away his attempt remains fresh.

A 3-3 draw at Hampden in December 2020 went the distance