Not very often do we see two of Scotland’s biggest clubs play out a derby clash when both occupy bottom spots in the Premiership.
That will be the case on Sunday, however, as Hibs and Hearts battle it out in Leith for not only bragging rights in Edinburgh but breathing space in the league.
The Hibees are in wretched form having won just one Premiership match in seven this season, their most recent disappointment a crushing 3-2 defeat to Dundee United that saw David Gray’s men collapse like a pack of cards late in the game.
Defensively, questions are being asked of Hibs but week after week they are unable to answer them. It’s something Hearts will look to target at Easter Road.
The Jambos were in serious bother before the appointment of Neil Critchley. He’s transformed the mindset of the fanbase though with two wins out of two so far, scoring six goals and conceding none.
Hearts have been dominant in the derby for years now but Hibs will be the fresher of the two sides on Sunday – the crux of the matter is, anything can happen on derby day.
Below, Not The Old Firm has everything you need to know about Hibs vs Hearts including how to watch live on TV, the latest team news, the appointed officials and more.
Hibs vs Hearts kick-off time
Hibs host Hearts in the first Edinburgh derby of the season on Sunday, October 27 in the Scottish Premiership. Kick-off at Easter Road is at 12pm GMT.
Hibs vs Hearts TV channel
Hibs vs Hearts will be broadcast live on TV. You can watch the derby on either Sky Sports Main Event or Sky Sports Football provided you have a subscription. Their coverage begins at 11am GMT which is one hour before kick-off.
Hibs and Hearts fans living outside the UK and Ireland can watch the game live through either Hibs TV or Hearts TV provided you have an international subscription.
If you are out and about, you can listen to live BBC Sportsound radio commentary of the game. The programme starts at 11:45am GMT.
Hibs & Hearts team news
David Gray welcomes Nectar Triantis back from suspension but Joe Newell misses out due to his red card received against Dundee United.
Nicky and Chris Cadden are doubts heading into the game but Gray did not rule either of them out completely.
Neil Critchley will be hoping Beni Baningime recovers from illness in time to feature having missed Hearts’ Europa Conference League triumph over Omonoia.
Elsewhere, the Jambos don’t have any fresh injury concerns.
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Referee & VAR
The officials for Aberdeen vs Dundee United were confirmed by the SFA this week. The on-field referee will be Don Robertson and he will be assisted by Frank Connor and David Roome.
John Beaton will be the VAR while David McGeachie has been appointed the AVAR.