Steven naismith articles
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Steven Naismith reveals what constitutes success for Hearts
As his first season in charge at Hearts edges towards a conclusion, Steven Naismith is content with the progress made. Two more points will secure the Edinburgh club third place in the Premiership and guarantee European league-stage football. They also reached both national cup semi-finals and Naismith is satisfied with his maiden campaign as head coach. He will continue to strive for better in the months ahead but, speaking to the Edinburgh News, he explained that finishing third and playing in...
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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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One player returns as Steven Naismith explains a new dynamic for Celtic v Hearts
The opportunity for a rare treble presents itself when Hearts visit Glasgow’s east end tomorrow. It is almost 63 years since the Tynecastle club won three consecutive matches against Celtic. After two successive 2-0 victories in the fixture this season, they are now seeking a third triumph to set the cat among the Premiership title pigeons. It requires a delve into Hearts’ halcyon days to find the last time they dominated Celtic to such a degree. A run of five successive Hearts wins over the...