Hibernian beat Hearts to reach Premier Sports Cup final

Hibernian came from behind to beat Hearts 2-1 in the Premier Sports Cup semifinal at Hampden Park, securing a place in the final against Rangers on December 13. The win was Marink Reedijk’s first as Hibernian head coach and ended Hearts’ run of four previous victories over Hibs at the stadium. Hearts took the lead in the fourth minute when Claudio Braga headed in a Calvin Miller corner. Hibernian equalised in the 19th minute: Owen Elding sent Martin Boyle through with a chipped pass, and Boyle’s shot went in off the post. Jamie McGrath put Hibernian ahead three minutes before halftime, turning in the rebound after Hearts goalkeeper Beau Reus blocked a Joe Newell shot. Hearts pushed for an equaliser after the break, and Raphael Sallinger made saves from Braga and Sabri Guendouz. Hibernian also threatened on the counterattack, while Hearts had further chances, including a late Braga header that went wide. Hibernian held on to reach the final. The semifinal was the latest Hampden meeting between Edinburgh rivals who had previously met there four times. Hearts won those matches in 1955, 2006, 2012 and 2022, according to match reports. Hibernian’s victory also followed a difficult...