Hearts host Rangers in Scottish Premiership clash

Football

Heart of Midlothian prepare to face Rangers at Tynecastle as the Scottish Premiership title race enters a decisive phase.

Heart of Midlothian host Rangers at Tynecastle in a fixture with implications for the Scottish Premiership standings. The home side currently lead the league table, according to Sky Sports. Philippe Clement's Rangers side travel to Edinburgh needing a victory to maintain their title challenge. Hearts have won their previous five league matches and aim for a first top-flight title since 1960.

Lawrence Shankland remains the leading scorer for the hosts, per the Scottish Professional Football League. Rangers have dealt with several injury concerns in the lead-up to the game, including doubts over the fitness of midfielder Mohamed Diomande. Defensive consistency has been a focus for the visitors, who trail the leaders by three points with four games remaining in the season.

Over 18,000 spectators are expected to attend the sell-out match. Security measures have been increased around the stadium following previous incidents between the two sets of supporters. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 BST.

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