Hearts manager Derek McInnes has issued a passionate plea to the club's supporters, urging them to turn Tynecastle into a cauldron of noise when Rangers visit on Monday night. With just four games remaining in the season, the Edinburgh side hold a three-point lead over Celtic, with Rangers a further point adrift in third.
McInnes emphasized the importance of the occasion, stating, "We just want Tynecastle to be in its full glory. Bring your scarves, show your colours, give it laldy. Let's go and make it a proper night." He acknowledged the challenge posed by Rangers, who invested heavily in their squad, but expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete. "Our record suggests we've always been the underdog in these games, but an underdog with real belief," he added.
The Hearts boss admitted the unusual bank holiday evening kick-off adds to the anticipation, saying, "The start of the game will be magnificent, and hopefully the end of the game is even better." He also highlighted that Rangers will be determined to bounce back after a recent loss to Motherwell, but remained focused on his own side's objectives. "Win, lose or draw, we're still in the fight," McInnes concluded.