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Magnusson’s Late Heroics Secure Edinburgh Derby Victory for Hearts, Extending Premiership Lead
February 10, 2026 Football

Magnusson’s Late Heroics Secure Edinburgh Derby Victory for Hearts, Extending Premiership Lead

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Hearts secured a pivotal 1-0 victory over fierce rivals Hibernian in a tense Edinburgh derby, thanks to a late winner from substitute Tomas Magnusson in the 88th minute. This result extends Hearts’ lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to six points, putting pressure on title contenders Rangers and Celtic.

The match at Tynecastle was a hard-fought affair with both sides creating chances, but it was Magnusson’s decisive strike that ultimately clinched the vital three points for the Jambos.

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