After almost a year in the making, Islam Chesnokov has been confirmed as a Heart of Midlothian player. Joel and Craig discuss the chances of him making his debut this weekend against Dundee and look at his scout report. They also assess Hearts' Scottish Premiership title chances after Celtic sacked Wilfried Nancy and brought back Martin O'Neill and Danny Rohl's Rangers closed the gap to three points.
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Hearts announce Islam Chesnokov signing and contract details
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25745254.hearts-announce-islam-chesnokov-signing-contract-details/

What Hearts are getting in exciting winger Islam Chesnokov
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25111269.hearts-getting-exciting-winger-islam-chesnokov/

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Joel and Craig assess a narrow win at Tynecastle after Hearts 1-0 Livingston in the Scottish Premiership.

They talk about the wonderful first-half display, not taking enough chances and the difficult second half. They also look at an impressive debut for Jordi Altena and the imminent arrival of Islam Chesnokov.
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Instant analysis: How debutant impressed as Hearts go six points clear with win
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Derek McInnes to meet Islam Chesnokov as Oisin McEntee set for scan
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25737271.derek-mcinnes-meet-islam-chesnokov-hearts-star-set-scan/

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Happy New Year Hearts fans. To start 2026, Joel, Craig and Scott McIntosh look back at 2025 with an awards show. They discuss everything from the player of 2025 to the surprise of 2025, best game to worst game. There is some very good, some very bad and everything in between! Let us know your award winners in the comments.

Hearts squad assessed, what to expect from transfer window and January aim - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25724995.hearts-squad-assessed-january-transfer-window-aim/ 

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Joel and Craig look ahead to hat could be a huge month or Heart of Midlothian.

With Jordi Altena announced we look at what impact the right-back could have and ask what else Hearts need in the upcoming transfer window. We also look at who could leave during the January transfer window..
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball 

Hearts announce Jordi Altena transfer and reveal contract details
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25729393.hearts-announce-jordi-altena-transfer-reveal-contract-details/

Why Hearts had to act quickly on Jordi Altena and Chesnokov to arrive
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25730622.hearts-act-quickly-jordi-altena-chesnokov-arrive/

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Joel and Craig quickly revisit Saturday's Edinburgh derby defeat and ask what it means for their Scottish Premiership season. They also look at the next et of fixtures facing Heart of Midlothian.
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball 

What Lawrence Shankland said to Hearts players after derby defeat
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25725426.lawrence-shankland-said-hearts-players-derby-defeat/

Instant analysis: How Hearts avoided worst derby defeat in 25 years with stirring finish
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Merry Christmas to all those who are Heart of Midlothian. We hope you have or have had a lovely day.

To celebrate the team being top of the league and since it is Christmas, Joel was joined by Mark Donaldson to answer fan questions.

They discussed what it will take to win the league, where the team need to strengthen and what players they would like signed, potential exits, key players and what Hearts players they’d have around for Christmas.

Away day Hearts: The 68-year record, hottest ticket, fan connection and 4 key reasons - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25721759.hearts-four-key-reasons-best-away-record-league/

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Heart of Midlothian are closing in on the signing of Dutch right-back Jordi Altena. The Scottish Premiership league leaders are looking to get transfer business done early with the window opening on January 1. Joel and Craig discuss the potential arrival and reflect on ANOTHER win over the Old Firm.

Hearts to sign Dutch full-back Jordi Altena in January transfer deal - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25718697.hearts-set-sights-dutch-full-back-january-transfer/

The early Hearts tactical tweak that led to win over Rangers - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25717175.early-hearts-tactical-tweak-led-win-rangers/

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Joel and Craig try to keep a lid on it as they analyse Hearts 2-1 Rangers. They discuss the latest win for the Scottish Premiership league leaders after goals from Stuart Findlay and Lawrence Shankland. They also ask if this win means Hearts are now in a title race.
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball 

Instant analysis: How Hearts made 65-year feat with another big game win over Rangers
https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25715063.hearts-made-65-year-feat-another-big-game-win-rangers/

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Ahead of another huge match for Heart of Midlothian in the Scottish Premiership, Craig looks at how Derek McInnes could set up in Hearts v Rangers and where the key battles will be before we get the opposition view from Rangers Review reporter Blair Malloy.
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Where huge Hearts v Rangers clash could be won and lost
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Hearts star on Hearts training shock and what 'p***** me off'
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Craig and Joel preview the weekend's big game as Heart of Midlothian host Rangers. Will Beni Baningime return? How will Hearts fare without Harry Milne and what to expect from Danny Rohl's side.
#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball 

Ageu to return from Portugal as McInnes speaks on injured Hearts duo
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Hearts trio making injury progress as one lined up for Rangers return
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