Overview
- Hearts lead the Scottish Premiership by two points after six matches, with Derek McInnes still unbeaten in league play since taking charge.
- McInnes labeled title chatter as “stupid” at this stage and stressed a focus on improving last season’s shortcomings.
- Goalkeeper Craig Gordon returned to training, played 45 minutes in a bounce game, and was recalled to Scotland after fitness discussions with Steve Clarke.
- Lawrence Shankland became the SPFL’s all-time leading scorer and is on seven goals this season for Hearts yet was omitted from the latest Scotland squad.
- Backed by investor Tony Bloom, a summer intake of 10 signings via Jamestown Analytics has paid off, with newcomers including Alexandros Kyziridis and Claudio Braga combining for 10 goals.