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Radio Scotland,13 Oct 2026,28 mins

Edinburgh Divided: Hearts' Momentum and Hibs' Challenge

Scottish Football Podcast

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Hearts have emerged as one of the Premiership's early success stories, while city rivals Hibs continue their search for consistency under new manager Marink Reedijk. Andy Burke is joined by Hibs Women's boss Joelle Murray and Scotsman sports editor Mark Atkinson to assess the contrasting fortunes of Edinburgh's two biggest clubs, the impact of Hearts' ambitious recruitment strategy and the challenges facing Easter Road. The panel also examines mounting pressure on Steven Robinson at Aberdeen, asks why St Mirren's promising start has stalled, and looks ahead to a huge night for Scotland Women as they defend a two-goal advantage against the Czech Republic in World Cup qualifying. 01:20 Are Hearts Better Than Last Season? 03:47 Why Tynecastle Is a Fortress Again 05:48 Could Hearts Join the Title Race? 06:53 The Jamestown Effect 09:13 What Will Marink Reedijk Change at Hibs? 11:03 The Patience Question at Easter Road 13:46 Why Hibs Fans Are Frustrated 15:36 Can Stephen Robinson Turn Aberdeen Around? 18:04 Expectation and Reality at Pittodrie 20:20 Has St Mirren's Strong Start Unravelled? 22:14 Scotland Women Take Control 24:30 Protect the Lead or Go for More? 25:49 One Step Away From a Sweden Showdown

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