Steven Naismith confirms Hearts star 'struggling' to make Rangers semi-final clash as keeper switch explained
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com - 2024-04-13T16:52:48.000Z

Steven Naismith has confirmed his thinking behind Craig Gordon’s return to league action - as he made an early Scottish Cup team news admission after a 4-2 Premiership win over Livingston. All the action happened inside a chaotic first 45 minutes, as two errors at the back allowed Stephen Kelly to score twice for the Lions. It was the home side who came roaring back, in part thanks to inspired Lawrence Shankland and Barrie McKay contributions. Captain Shankland notched two assists in three...

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The refereeing team for Hearts vs Rangers in the Scottish Cup semi-final this Sunday has been confirmed. Steven Naismith’s men are looking to cement a place in the showpiece match next month in their quest for silverware, versus a side they lost the 2022 final against. The man in the middle has been confirmed as Steven McLean, and the referee is backed up by an experienced cast of officials. Follow the latest from Hearts with the EEN’s free football emails Dougie Potter and Craig Ferguson will...
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Steven Naismith reveals Hearts goalkeeper chat ahead of Rangers clash with one thing clear about Craig Gordon
Steven Naismith has no concerns over rustiness in Craig Gordon - as the veteran goalkeeper edges towards peak levels ahead of Hearts vs Rangers. The 41-year-old started his first Premiership game since a serious leg break in December 2022 during Saturday’s 4-2 win over Livingston. He has been played in Scottish Cup matches this season and will start between the sticks in Sunday’s semi-final. The winner will face Aberdeen or Celtic in the showpiece match next month. Zander Clark has been the...
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- 2024-04-16T16:00:01.000Z
Steven Naismith's direct comments as Hearts exit the Scottish Cup against Rangers
Steven Naismith implored Hearts to learn from their Scottish Cup semi-final defeat by Rangers and lamented what he termed “immaturity” in attack. The Tynecastle heach coach made some direct comments in the aftermath of his team’s 2-0 defeat at Hampden Park as Cyriel Dessers’ double sent Rangers into the final against Celtic on 25 May. Frustration was evident in Naismith as he discussed the outcome and bemoaned the concession of a cheap early goal. “I’m frustrated and disappointed with the...
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