Jack Iredale’s Stunning Goal Seals Victory for Hibernian in Edinburgh Derby
Jack Iredale delivered a breathtaking half-volley to secure a 2-1 victory for Hibernian over city rivals Hearts, extending their unbeaten run to 15 matches and bolstering their bid for a European spot.
The match began with an early strike from Martin Boyle, who put Hibernian ahead in the sixth minute. However, Hearts quickly responded through Jorge Grant, who leveled the score just three minutes later. The decisive moment came in the 74th minute when Iredale, the Australian defender, netted his first goal for the club with a spectacular finish, securing back-to-back Edinburgh derby wins for Hibs.
The victory not only strengthened Hibernian’s position in the race for third place in the Scottish Premiership but also halted the momentum of Neil Critchley’s Hearts side. The Jambos had arrived at Easter Road with confidence, having suffered just one defeat in their previous 11 matches since losing to Hibernian on Boxing Day. However, the defeat leaves Hearts in seventh place, facing an uphill battle to secure a spot in the top six before the league split.
Key Moments:
- Martin Boyle opened the scoring for Hibernian in the sixth minute.
- Jorge Grant equalized for Hearts shortly after.
- Jack Iredale struck a stunning winner in the 74th minute.
More to follow.
What’s Next in the Scottish Premiership?
Stay tuned for updates on the upcoming fixtures and how the race for the top six shapes up in the coming weeks.
