"The Premiership leaders slipped up last Tuesday, when a brave hour of battling while down to 10 men came to nothing thanks to St Mirren's 88th-minute winner in Paisley. The following evening, fifth-placed Hibs were the ones to leave it late, coming from 2-1 down to beat Dundee United in the closing minutes. Now David Gray's side will be looking to dent Hearts' title challenge again as they aim for a derby double after their 3-2 win at home in December."
"A city divided, but both team bosses are united on at least one opinion - the maroon half of Edinburgh deserve to be where they are given their performances so far this season. Slip up on Tuesday, though, and their four-month spell at the top of the table could come to an end 24 hours later should Rangers win their equally tough fixture away to fourth-top Motherwell."
Heart of Midlothian must navigate thirteen crucial fixtures to secure their first Scottish top-flight title in 66 years, with the Edinburgh derby against Hibernian one of the biggest tests. Hearts conceded a late winner while down to ten men against St Mirren, and will be without suspended centre-half Craig Halkett. Hibernian recovered late to beat Dundee United and seek a derby double after a 3-2 home win in December. A Hearts slip-up could hand the lead to Rangers if they win at Motherwell. Manager McInnes insists the squad cannot dwell on recent setbacks and that the team has earned its top position.
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