Australians involved as Hearts defeat Hibernian 3-1

Hibernian fell 3-1 to Heart of Midlothian at Easter Road on 3 September 2026, despite enjoying 55 per cent possession and producing 17 shots. J. Iredale started for Hibernian and played 33 minutes, completing 14 of 15 recorded passes, winning four of six duels and making four tackles. His evening ended with a red card, with the provider also recording two yellow-card incidents shortly before half-time. Hibernian trailed 2-0 at the interval, and Heart of Midlothian restored their two-goal advantage after A. Major’s 51st-minute reply. M. Boyle also started for the hosts and played 73 minutes. He completed 11 of 15 recorded passes, won five of eight duels and drew two fouls, but registered no goals or assists. The result left Hibernian chasing the match after Heart of Midlothian struck three times, while the visitors also held a narrow edge in shots on target, 5-4.