In a season that has defied all expectations, Hearts are chasing a piece of Scottish football history as they prepare to host Rangers in a critical Premiership encounter at Tynecastle.
Derek McInnes' side have been top of the league since October, a feat not achieved by a non-Old Firm club since Alex Ferguson's Aberdeen. They have already beaten both Celtic and Rangers twice this season, a run not seen since the 1959-60 campaign.
Hearts remain unbeaten at home in the league, with 13 wins and four draws from 17 matches, keeping 10 clean sheets and scoring 32 goals. A win or draw against Rangers on Monday, followed by a similar result against Falkirk in May, would see them complete an unbeaten home league season for the first time in 40 years.
Rangers, meanwhile, face a must-win game to keep their title hopes alive. Manager Rohl described the match as a "must-win" earlier this week, while Hearts boss McInnes has called on the Tynecastle faithful to create an intimidating atmosphere.
The Scottish Premiership has been dominated by just two clubs for four decades, a stark contrast to other European leagues where multiple teams have won titles in the same period. This season's title race has captured global attention, with media outlets worldwide covering Hearts' remarkable challenge to the Old Firm's supremacy.
Captain Lawrence Shankland has been instrumental, scoring three goals in two wins over Rangers this season. His form will be crucial as Hearts look to take another step toward history.