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      Ex-Rangers boss Steven Gerrard in extraordinary link to become next PSG manager just months after Aston Villa sacking

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are said to be considering naming Steven Gerrard as their next manager.The former Rangers boss has been linked with a remarkable switch to the Qatari backed French champions just months after being sacked by Aston Villa.
      Steven Gerrard could make a sensational move to Paris Saint-GermainCredit: PA
      The Liverpool legend won the Scottish Premiership as Rangers manager in 2021Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Gerrard was relieved of his duties after Villa won just two of their opening twelve games in the Premier League this season.
      The Liverpool icon had enjoyed a successful start to life after replacing Dean Smith in late 2021.
      But he would ultimately face the sack less than a year after taking charge with his side looking in danger of relegation to the Championship.
      PSG currently sit five points clear at the top of Ligue 1 but are said to be growing frustrated with head coach Christophe Galtier.

      The Frenchman signed a two-year-deal when he arrived from Nice in the summer – where he left after securing European football in his first year.
      But with the Parisians knocked out their domestic cup by bitter rivals Marseille, and behind in their Champions League bout with Bayern going into the second-leg, the club hierarchy are reported to be seriously considering making a change.
      According to the Scottish Daily Express, ex-Ibrox boss Gerrard has been discussed by club chiefs as a potential target should they move on from Galtier.
      They say Paris see him as ‘a major high profile figure who could enhance them next season’ as they look to finally win their much desired Champions League title.
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      Another name to be floated is recently sacked former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, who himself was fired form the position in 2020.
      Gerrard, along with Gary McAllister and current Gers manager Michael Beale, left Glasgow in November 2021 to take up the role at Villa Park.
      He won the Premiership title in 2020/21 without losing a single league game with his side earning 102 points and conceding just 13 goals all season.

      Meanwhile, Charlie Nicholas has claimed Michael Beale will have to be a ‘lucky man’ if Rangers are to beat Celtic in Sunday’s Viaplay Cup Final.
      The Ibrox side face a mouthwatering Old Firm at Hampden this weekend with the first silverware of the Scottish season up for grabs.

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      ‘Unfit’ One Direction star Louis Tomlinson lifts lid on moment he THREW UP at Celtic after Agbonlahor horror tackle

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      ONE DIRECTION star Louis Tomlinson has opened up on the moment he threw up at Celtic Park.The singer-songwriter was playing at a charity match at the Scottish giants’ stadiums in 2013 when the incident happened.
      Louis Tomlinson was left on the floor after a heavy tackle from Gabby Agbonlahor.Credit: Keith Campbell – The Sun Glasgow
      He proceeded to be sick after the challengeCredit: Roddy Scott – The Sun Glasgow
      He was left being sick on the pitch after a heavy challenge from former Aston Villa star Gabby Agbonlahor.
      Tomlinson was left hobbling by the tackle and has now spoken about it.
      Louis, now 31, told FFT: “I was playing in a charity match at Celtic Park.
      “I got the ball and turned to my right, then Gabby Agbonlahor came through the back of me and I tore my medial ligament.
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      “A combination of the impact and me being very unfit meant I ended up throwing up all over Celtic’s stadium, which I know will please a lot of Rangers supporters.”
      The game was taking place in order to raise money for former Celtic and Aston Villa midfielder Stiliyan Petrov.
      Petrov had to retire from football in 2013 after being diagnosed with leukaemia.
      Agbonlahor was subsequently targeted by One Direction fans on social media, which has caused him to be very apologetic to Louis.
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      Agbonlahor said after the game: “It was one of those things.
      “I’ll apologise to Louis when we meet up.
      “I know he enjoyed playing in the game and it’s fantastic that he took time out to be here.”
      Louis was playing for the Celtic XI, and Agbonlahor was on the side of the Petrov XI.
      The former England striker finished on the winning side as the game ended 5-3 in front of 60,000 spectators. More

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      Ex-Chelsea star branded club’s worst EVER player and ‘comedy act’ by Rangers manager in furious blast

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      MICHAEL BEALE last night rounded on Chris Sutton and “COMEDY ACT” pundits he claims take Scottish football into the gutter.The Rangers boss received huge praise for his sportsmanship in allowing Partick Thistle to score into an open goal at Ibrox last weekend.
      Rangers manager Michael Beale was criticised by Chelsea flop Chris SuttonCredit: Willie Vass
      Michael Beale called Chris Sutton a “comedy act” and Chelsea’s “worst ever player”Credit: Willie Vass
      But Sutton questioned whether Beale would have made the same gesture had it been against Celtic.
      And the Gers boss who hit out: “Growing up, I was a fan of Chelsea.
      “So there is one pundit around here who is the worst ever player to play for Chelsea. That is why I won’t mention his name – because I try to forget him.”
      Malik Tillman sparked the flashpoint when he scored for Gers after the Jags had kicked the ball out of play for him to receive treatment.
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      It was an honest mistake from the midfielder which was quickly rectified by Beale.
      But he has been left bemused by those who question whether he would have done the same in an Old Firm clash.
      He added: “Listen, there are pundits that are comedy acts. There are ex-players who are comedy acts.
      “I don’t even want to answer that question because they are comedy acts and they are there to create intrigue.
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      “They don’t speak about the betterment of the game, they don’t help our game at all.
      “All they do is bring it back down to the gutter. There are a lot of other good things we can speak about in our game at the moment, at other clubs as much as in my club.
      “There are people out there creating intrigue for intrigue reasons and those people, in my opinion, we need to mute them and quickly.” More

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      Fans divided over Ally McCoist’s commentary during Arsenal and Man City clash as Rangers hero sparks shock outrage

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      ALLY McCOIST is considered one of the best football pundits and commentators in the UK. The Rangers hero is loved across Scotland and England for his hilarious and down-to-earth personality while on-air.
      McCoist was joined by Clive Tyledesley for last night’s match
      Man City came out on top at the EmiratesCredit: AP
      Even many Celtic supporters have confessed their admiration for the former Rangers hitman, who is the Ibrox club’s all-time top goalscorer.
      He’s one of the busiest pundits in the land with him being a regular on TalkSPORT with pals Alan Brazil and Laura Woods most mornings.
      McCoist isn’t short of games to cover too as he’s a regular on ITV, BT Sport, Sky Sports and Viaplay.
      But last night he was on Amazon Prime duties for the huge Premier League clash between Arsenal and Manchester City.

      Pep Guardiola’s men came out on top to win 3-1 thanks to goals from Kevin De Bruyne, Jack Grealish, Erling Haaland.
      The win for City has blown the Premier League title race wide open as they leapfrogged Mikel Arteta’s Gunners with three points at the Emirates.
      The two sides are now level on points but City are ahead on goal-difference and Arsenal have a game in hand.
      And fans watching the match reckon it wasn’t the result that McCoist wanted as they believe the Rangers legend was showing bias towards Arteta’s men.
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      They took to Twitter to voice their fury at the man on co-comms duties.
      Somebody tweeted: “Ally McCoist was practically willing Arsenal to beat City. He wasn’t even trying to hide it!”
      Another replied: “I still think Ally McCoist is the best co commentator but tonight for the first time ever I didn’t feel he was neutral.”
      One fan claimed: “Ally McCoist had is Arsenal underpants on tonight. Commentary was so bias!”
      Another watching the match said: “Ally McCoist’s commentary was shocking towards City. Hardly has a good word to say about their achievements.”
      One person slammed: “Ally McCoist is the worst football commentator. Very biased and goes on with his rubbish options for 10 mins after it happens. Sounds like he’s at a funeral every time he has to talk about us.”
      While another commented: “Ally McCoist is fuming the little secret arsenal fan.. been waffling the whole game..”
      Not everyone had the same views though and many still hailed the Rangers legend for his work on-air.
      One fan said: “Ally McCoist is rapidly achieving “national treasure” status. So much fun to listen to.”
      Another replied: “Ally McCoist top tier commentator.”
      Somebody else claimed: “Ally McCoist is by far and away the best Co comms in football.”
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      While another insisted: “Ally McCoist should be on more games commentating, he’s superb.”

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      Euro giants ‘will be taking note’ of Ange Postecoglou as Celtic hero tips boss for Juventus and AC Milan

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      ANGE POSTECOGLOU has been tipped to make a sensational move to the Serie A to take over as manager at Juventus or AC Milan. Hoops legend Charlie Nicholas believes that should be the next stop for the former Socceroos boss when he eventually leaves Parkhead.
      Nicholas admits Postecoglou will be on his way out of Glasgow soonCredit: Kenny Ramsay
      Postecoglou has been linked with several Premier League clubs this season with Everton, Wolves and Brighton all said to be keeping tabs on him when they were on the hunt for a new boss.
      Leeds United are the latest team that have shown an interest after they sacked American Jesse Marsch.
      But Nicholas doesn’t believe any of the clubs mentioned are big enough to convince Postecoglou to leave Celtic.
      He can’t see the gaffer staying at the club any longer than three seasons.

      But when Postecoglou does leave, he will be able to hand pick his next job, according to the former Scotland and Celtic striker.
      Writing in his Daily Express column, he said: “When Ange Postecoglou leaves Celtic, he will be able to hand pick his next job. He will be in a position to go to a club that is absolutely right for him. I am in no doubt about that. Leeds United have been linked with the Aussie, while Southampton are also looking for a new manager.
      “A lot of the teams who have been connected to Postecoglou are battling to stay in the Premier League. They would still have more financial pull than Celtic but I don’t think any of them would be big enough to convince Postecoglou to even engage in a conversation.
      “I’m sure there are approaches for him all the time. Will there come a time when he gets frustrated with things in Glasgow? Possibly But I don’t think Postecoglou has a huge ego. I also doubt if money has ever been the main motivating factor for him.
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      “He seems to be the type of manager who likes to come in and build things up. He wants to forge relationships and work with people he feels are on the same wavelength as him.
      “There will come a time when a project or an approach sufficiently floats his boat to tempt him away from Celtic. I said in this column last week that Liverpool could be an interesting one if Jurgen Klopp decides it’s time for a change. That job would be hard to turn down, especially as there is an emotional pull with Postecoglou having supported the Reds growing up.
      “People are mentioning potential opportunities in England, but clubs in mainland Europe will have taken note of the job Postecoglou is doing. Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan need sorting out, while a few Bundesliga clubs must be looking at the Australian and admiring his work at Celtic.
      “There will be chairmen thinking they could do something similar with their clubs over a three-year period. I don’t see Postecoglou being at any club for much longer than three years.
      “Given the way his teams play, what he demands and turnover of players he wants, there’s always going to be a breakdown somewhere. It’s just the way he works. It is also the harsh reality that if he continues to do well then he will move on.
      “Postecoglou is not going to stay at Celtic for the long term. Every Hoops supporter knows that.”

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      Incredible moment Rangers LET Partick Thistle score uncontested equaliser as Scottish Cup clash descends into chaos

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      THIS is the remarkable moment Rangers let Partick Thistle walk the ball down the pitch to score an equaliser in an incredible Scottish Cup tie at Ibrox.Light Blues boss Michael Beale ordered his players to let Scott Tiffoney make it 2-2 after Thistle were left enraged by Malik Tillman’s goal that put the Gers in front.
      Tillman’s goal led to chaosCredit: PA
      All hell broke loose after Tillman scoredCredit: VIAPLAY
      Thistle boss McCall acknowledged Beale’s act of sportsmanshipCredit: VIAPLAY
      Tiffoney walked the ball into the net after the dramaCredit: Willie Vass
      The chaos unfolded in the 70th minute of an incredible cup clash when Rangers knocked the ball out of play so Malik Tillman could get treatment on an injury knock.
      Partick then resumed with the throw-in, with Kevin Holt preparing to launch the ball down-field to return possession to Rangers.
      However – Tillman himself didn’t seem to get the memo and he dramatically nicked the ball off of Holt, ran clean through on goal and scored.
      All hell then broke loose.

      Tillman was bundled to the ground as tempers boiled over, with Thistle absolutely enraged with what had gone on.
      Referee David Munro was powerless to intervene – but Light Blues gaffer Beale certainly wasn’t!
      Stop what you’re doing right now and watch this! 🤯Malik Tillman gives Rangers the lead in controversial circumstances which infuriates the visitors 😠Michael Beale then steps in and orders his side to allow Partick Thistle to score 👏🔵#ScottishCup | @ScottishCup pic.twitter.com/iUOtLalNGO— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 12, 2023

      Once things began to calm down, Beale instructed his players to allow Thistle to level things up.
      Scott Tiffoney ran the entire half of the pitch completely uncontested – that was until he got to Allan McGregor.
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      Appearing none too pleased with the decision to let Partick score, McGregor made things tricky for Tiffoney before eventually allowing him to knock the ball into the net.
      The Rangers fans weren’t impressed, with huge boos greeting the goal.
      Beale and Ian McCall shook hands on the touchline, with the Thistle boss acknowledging his opposite number’s act of sportsmanship.
      It was an absolutely incredible, unprecedented moment in a game that was full of absolute drama from start to finish.
      Holt had given Thistle a shock first-half lead from the penalty spot after a controversial VAR intervention.
      Antonio Colak, penalised for handball, levelled the game up early in the second-half.
      James Tavernier then saw a penalty saved by Sneddon, before the incredible goal drama unfolded.
      And then four minutes from time, there was an own goal to add to the bedlam.
      James Sands then headed-in a late winner – that may eventually go down as a Connor McAvoy own goal – as the Gers won an incredible match.
      After the game, Gers skipper Tavernier said: “We are high on standards as Rangers, it was the right thing to do to let them score the goal.
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      “It was about carrying on after that.”
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      Former Rangers & Scotland goalkeeper Billy Thomson dies aged 64 as tributes pour in for St Mirren & Dundee United icon

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      LEGENDARY former Dundee United, St Mirren and Rangers goalkeeper Billy Thomson has passed away at the age of 64.The sad news has been confirmed by his former clubs this morning.
      Former Scotland keeper Billy Thomson has died aged 64Credit: Scottish News and Sport
      Thomson is a Dundee United legendCredit: Scottish News and Sport
      Thomson had a two-year spell at Rangers in the mid-1990sCredit: SNS
      Thomson’s top-level career spanned more than two decades and he was one of the Scottish game’s top goalkeepers.
      He made his first team breakthrough at Partick Thistle in the late 1970s and was back-up to Scotland star Alan Rough.
      St Mirren paid £50,000 to sign him in 1978, a big fee for a 20-year old ‘keeper back at the time.
      It proved to be an inspired acquisition as Thomson went on to become a club legend for the Buddies.

      Undisputed first-choice keeper, he made over 200 league appearances as a St Mirren player.
      Thomson moved on from Paisley in 1984, joining Jim McLean’s iconic Dundee United side.
      He battled with Terrors icon Hamish McAlpine to be first choice, eventually establishing himself as No.1
      Going on to make more than 230 appearances for United, Thomson was part of the legendary side that reached the 1987 UEFA Cup Final, beating the likes of Barcelona along the way.
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      Thomson famously suffered an injury just behind his ear five minutes into the first leg against IFK Gothenburg, requiring stitches.
      He continued on, and McLean praised him for his remarkable performance.
      He also played in two Scottish Cup finals for United.
      After leaving Tannadice in 1991, Thomson spent three years at Motherwell.
      Aged 36, he then moved on to Rangers 1994 where he spent two years as understudy to Andy Goram.
      Thomson made seven Premier Division appearances for the Light Blues.
      He finished his career back in the city of discovery, this time for Dundee, playing 25 times in the 1996/97 season.
      Thomson also won seven caps for Scotland, with all of his appearances coming during his time at St Mirren.
      After retiring from playing, he went to become one of Scottish football’s top goalkeeping coaches.
      He was on the staff at Dundee, before returning to Rangers in May 2001.
      Thomson is credited with a key role in the development of Allan McGregor at the Ibrox club.
      Still Gers No.1, Thomson oversaw the goalkeeping department as McGregor made his way from young first team hopeful to undisputed first-choice at his boyhood club.
      Thomson remained at Ibrox until the summer of 2007, and worked at both Kilmarnock and Stranraer afterwards.
      Thomson has been inducted into both St Mirren and Dundee United’s Halls of Fame – he was honoured by the Buddies just last year.
      After confirming the sad news of Thomson’s passing, the Paisley club remarked that he’d taken his “rightful place” among their great with his induction.
      Thomson went on to be Rangers goalkeeping coach for several yearsCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
      More recently, Thomson worked at KilmarnockCredit: The Sun
      Dundee United also extended their condolences to Thomson’s family, while Dundee also offered their thoughts.
      Condolences were also passed on by Rangers while Motherwell said they were deeply saddened by the news.
      As the news broke, fans took to social media to remember Thomson.
      One posted: “Not only a brilliant goalkeeper, Billy was a lovely guy. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.”
      A Rangers fan added: “A great pro that also did wonders in helping develop Allan McGregor. Gone too soon.”
      Reminiscing, a Partick Thistle fan said: “For a few years in the 70s, Bertie Auld’s Jags were in the highly luxurious position of having two international class ‘keepers on the books; Billy was simply too good to stay.”
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      A St Mirren supporter also paid tribute, posting: “So sad to hear, yet another of my childhood heroes from when he played at St. Mirren. Had the good fortune to meet Billy Thomson at my pal’s birthday party, around 40 years ago. Was such a nice guy.”
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      Hearts 3 Dundee Utd 1: Stephen Humphrys scores ‘best goal Tynecastle has seen’ and sparks Jambos frenzy at audacious lob

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      TYNECASTLE has witnessed some stunning goals over the years.Stephen Humphrys’ wonder strike must be up there with the best of the lot.
      Humphrys lined up in the final minuteCredit: Andrew Barr
      His halfway line strike sailed over Mark BirighittiCredit: Andrew Barr
      The goalie couldn’t reach it in timeCredit: Andrew Barr
      Then Tynecastle swept into a frenzy at the audacious lob.Credit: Andrew Barr
      The Hearts forward netted from well inside his own half with almost the last kick of the ball to send this place wild.
      Humphrys, who ran from his own 18-yard box and shrugged off two challenges before letting fly, will surely claim the Goal of the Season award.
      It was an amazing strike and capped a crazy game – with both sides finishing with ten men.
      Ryan Edwards’ red card saw United play an hour with a man down, while Josh Ginnelly was sent off for dissent at the death.
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      Steven Fletcher had fired United ahead but the first sending off completely changed the game.
      Lawrence Shankland and Alex Cochrane netted for Hearts – before Humphrys took centre stage. 
      United’s defeat at Killie put them bottom of the table coming into the weekend and boss Liam Fox suffered a blow when Jamie McGrath was crocked in the warm up.
      Peter Pawlett was called in at the last minute as their plans were wrecked before kick off.
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      But you would never have known it with the way United started at Tynecastle.
      Fox’s men knocked the ball about with confidence and took a deserved lead through Fletcher in nine minutes. 
      Craig Sibbald picked out Ilmari Niskanen on the left and his low cross was perfect for the striker.
      Fletcher nipped in ahead of Kye Rowles and then reversed his finish under Zander Clark.
      Hearts had a half-chance through Ginnelly but United were playing the better stuff.
      Glenn Middleton was causing problems and fired over a cross Liam Smith almost connected with.
      The loose ball fell to Fletcher but he couldn’t divert his shot on target and Hearts escaped.
      Middleton was causing real problems for Hearts and his bouncing shot had to be watched closely by Clark.
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      HEARTS: Zander Clark 7, James Hill 6, Toby Sibbick 7, Kye Rowles 6, Alan Forrest 4, Andy Halliday 6, Robert Snodgrass 7, Stephen Kingsley 6, Barrie McKay 7, Josh Ginnelly 6, Lawrence Shankland 7.Subs: Stephen Humphrys (Forrest 46) 9, Jorge Grant (Halliday 61) 4, Garang Kuol (Hill 69) 3, Alex Cochrane (Rowles 69) 5
      DUNDEE UTD: Mark Birighitti 7, Ryan Edwards 3, Charlie Mulgrew 7, Scott McMann 6, Liam Smith 6, Dylan Levitt 7, Craig Sibbald 7, Ilmari Niskanen 7, Peter Pawlett 6, Glenn Middleton 7, Steven Fletcher 7.Subs: Arnaud Djoum (Pawlett 52), Kieran Freeman (Sibbald 74) 3, Rory MacLeod (Niskanen 85) 1, Lewis Neilson (Kingsley 88) 1.

      The Tynecastle natives were growing restless but were cheering as Edwards was sent off on the half-hour mark.
      The United skipper took the ball and man as he left Andy Halliday in a heap with a crunching tackle.
      The Hearts man was left in a heap and was pointing to his ankle as ref Walsh was told to have a look.
      Edwards probably knew what was coming as the official returned to the pitch with a red card.
      Excessive force appeared to be the reason and the United skipper handed the armband to Fletcher. 
      Fox had to rethink his system and deal with some immediate Hearts pressure – but his side soon started creating chances again.
      Fletcher was sent free after a clever flick but tried to find the top corner and let Hearts off the hook.
      Pawlett then had a decent penalty claim turned away on the stroke of half-time.
      Steven Fletcher gave United the lead by beating Zander Clark.Credit: Andrew Barr
      Lawrence Shankland hit the equaliser against his old club.Credit: Andrew Barr
      As Hearts scrambled to clear the ball, Middleton pounced and crashed a shot off the post.
      Neilson threw on Humphrys for Alan Forrest at the break and the big striker was out to make an impact.
      His first involvement was a low shot that was well saved by Mark Birighitti – and he was then booked for a late tackle on Charlie Mulgrew. 
      Hearts were piling pressure on but still struggled to create clear-cut chances.
      Robert Snodgrass flashed a shot wide from 20 yards but Birighitti wasn’t being worked enough.
      Lawrence Shankland had been quiet but was picked out at the back post – only to make a mess of the volley. 
      Hearts pinned United back for almost all the second half but with Mulgrew calling the shots, they defended well.
      Yet Hearts kept going and eventually overpowered their tiring opponents in a big finish.
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      MAN OF THE MATCHSTEPHEN HUMPHRYS made a big impact before his wonder goal – but that capped a stunning second-half display from the striker. He was summoned from the bench to help his side and did just that, Barrie McKay also stepped up when Hearts needed him as he helped break down a stubborn United defence. The Jambos star helped create their first two goals as the pressure paid off. 
      MAN IN THE MIDDLE NICK WALSH used the VAR at his disposal after missing Ryan Edwards’ red-card tackle on Andy Halliday. The United man was accused of overstepping the mark as he left Andy Halliday in a heap as he cleared the ball. After a check, Welsh flashed the red. Josh Ginnelly was also sent packing at the end – with a spot of time-wasting quickly followed by dissent.
      MEN IN THE DUGOUTROBBIE NEILSON took stick for his tactics in midweek against Rangers but ensured his team returned to winning ways here. The Hearts gaffer threw everything at in the second half as Jambos turned it around. United boss Liam Fox has the task of fixing their awful away form and will be thinking what might have been had Ryan Edwards stayed on. United were excellent but Hearts ultimately had too much. 

      Shankland grabbed the equaliser in 71 minutes as the pressure finally told.
      Barrie McKay fired in a cross and the Hearts striker found space to send a shot into the bottom corner.
      It did take a deflection but Shankland didn’t care as he celebrated his 21st of the campaign.
      Hearts were now flying and Cochrane grabbed the second in 77 minutes.
      McKay again claimed the assist with a clever pass and his team-mate did the rest – firing his shot across Birighitti. 
      United were now well beaten and Humphrys almost made it 3-1 when his low shot hit the base of the post. 
      But he had a lot more luck from five yards in his own half – with his weaker left foot.
      Humphrys showed strength and pace to shrug off challenges and then sent a shot soaring over the helpless Birighitti.

      Humphrys scored from his own half after a 40-yard dash.Credit: Andrew Barr
      ROBBIE NEILSON declared the Goal of the Season contest to be OVER after Stephen Humphrys’ wonder strike.
      The Hearts forward raced 40 yards before scoring from his own half to seal a 3-1 win over Dundee United.
      Jambos hoss Neilson admits it might be the BEST goal he has ever seen as he hailed Humphrys’ magic moment.
      He said:  “Goal of the season is now done in Scottish football.
      “I’ve been here for a long time and seen a lot of games over the years.
      “But I can’t think of a better goal to be honest with you. It was an unbelievable finish.
      “As soon as it left his boot we all thought it had a chance.
      “It’s over the keeper, is it dipping and time kind of slowed down a bit.
      “It was outstanding and I’m delighted for him.
      “Firstly he is a brilliant boy, he has been brilliant for the dressing room and the group.
      “He has been a wee bit in and out  but you saw when he comes on what he can give you.
      It shows you both sides of him, pace, power, strength but also the finesse to have that final finish.
      “It will be all over social media. It’s one of those moments we will remember.
      “Stephen is a cult hero here and in the dressing room, he is a really good character.
      “The boys love him and so does the fans because he is different to what we’ve got there.
      “I’m over the moon for him. I would love to keep him longer term.
      “But he is a Wigan player and has a contract down there so it will ultimately come down to them.”
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