Hibernian finally buried their late-game demons as they beat Hearts 2-1 at Hampden Park to reach the League Cup final against Rangers. The win, sealed in front of a roaring Edinburgh derby crowd on November 1, 2026, gives the Premiership’s bottom club a shot at silverware in a season that has offered precious little joy.
Hibernian fans (Credits: BBC Sport)
Hibs Hold On After Braga’s Missed Sitters
Hibs were holding a 2-1 lead deep into the second half when Hearts substitute Claudio Braga was left unmarked a few yards from goal from Jordi Altena’s cross. Braga, who had already scored once, somehow blew the chance to make it 2-2, leaving him standing in disbelief as his team-mates froze.
For Hibs supporters, it was a moment of liberation. Late heartbreak had been the theme of their season and their recent derby history, with Hearts scoring winners in the 86th, 88th and 90th minutes of three different Edinburgh derbies last season. This time, the sucker punch never came.
Reedijk Earns Instant Credit in League Cup Final Run
New manager Marink Reedijk could hardly have asked for a better way to endear himself to the Hibs faithful than beating Hearts in a cup semi-final at Hampden. Hibs remain bottom of the Premiership and an enigma, but they now have a cup final to look forward to against Rangers.
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