In the group stage of the 2025-26 League Cup, Heart of Midlothian, now managed by Derek McInnes, will compete against Dunfermline, Hamilton, Dumbarton, and Stirling Albion. The tournament features a total of 40 teams divided into eight pools, with notable exemptions for Celtic, Rangers, Hibernian, Dundee United, and Aberdeen due to their participation in European competitions. Matches kick off on July 12, leading to knockout rounds starting in August, ultimately culminating in the final on December 14, 2025, at Hampden Park.
In the upcoming League Cup, Derek McInnes's Heart of Midlothian will face Neil Lennon's Dunfermline, along with Hamilton, Dumbarton, and Stirling Albion.
Celtic, Rangers, Hibernian, Dundee United, and Aberdeen are exempt from the group stage as they are competing in European tournaments this season.
The League Cup matches commence from July 12/13, with teams vying for the top spots to advance to the knockout stages.
Celtic emerged victorious in last season's League Cup, defeating Rangers in the final through a penalty shootout.
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