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Hibs make history against Hearts at Hampden – ratings and report from famous derby win in Cup semi-final

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Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 5:22 PM
Hibs make history against Hearts at Hampden – ratings and report from famous derby win in Cup semi-final
Key Things to Know
  • Hibernian defeated Hearts 2-1 to secure their first-ever Hampden Park victory over their Edinburgh rivals.
  • Claudio Braga opened the scoring for Hearts before Martin Boyle and Jamie McGrath responded for Hibs.
  • Joe Newell earned Man of the Match honors following his decisive role in Hibs' winning goal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hibernian secured their first-ever victory over rivals Hearts at Hampden Park with a 2-1 win in the Cup semi-final on Sunday. Claudio Braga gave Hearts an early lead in the fourth minute, but Hibs rallied under manager Marink Reedijk before the break. Martin Boyle scored the equalizer off an assist from Owen Elding, and Jamie McGrath netted the winning goal from close range after a rebound.

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