Hearts suffered defeat in Turkey as they brought their European adventure to an end - but had the last say as Nathaniel Atkinson netted a last-gasp consolation strike.
Robbie Neilson made several chances to his side knowing the Jambos couldn't qualifying from the Europa Conference League section with Istanbul Basaksehir and Fiorentina finishing the top two with the Gorgie outfit third in the four team group. There has been moments to cherish in the run like the victory over RFS in Riga and also the home success over the same team.
The capital club made six changes for this one with three big Premiership games to come before the World Cup break. The squad is already stretched due to a high number of injuries. Full focus is now on the race to finish best of the rest behind Celtic and Rangers so they can return to the big European stage next year and make an even better fist of things. Here's how we rated the Jambos.
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Craig Gordon - 5
Equalled most appearances in Europe in a Hearts shirt. A key player in this side even at 39. Wants a return to big stage next term. Lunged out for ball at second goal and failed to connect. Rare error from veteran.
Michael Smith - 5
One of those who has picked up a lot of minutes of late due to the defensive crisis. A couple of days rest before Motherwell on Sunday. Replaced at half-time.
Jorge Grant - 6
Took what looked like a sore one after 15 minutes. Always willing to get stuck in and work hard. Will be happy with his work-rate and performance.
Cammy Devlin - 6
Four big games to come including this one before the World Cup. Will be hoping to land a spot in the Australia squad. Constant hard working shift and runs non stop. Uses body well.
Nathaniel Atkinson - 6
Back in for Hearts and like team-mate Devlin will be keen to catch the eye of Graham Arnold. Worked hard on his return. Grabbed a late consolation for the visitors. Booked.
Alan Forrest - 5
Quiet evening for the attacker. A chance to stake a claim for a regular start but no real big moments of note.
Alex Cochrane - 6
Started every game in the group stage. Spoke pre-match about the challenge of facing up against Bertrand Traore. A tough task for the full-back but stood up well to the challenge.
Lewis Neilson - 5
Like a few other team-mates, vital experience that will stand him in good stead. Learning on the job. Part of the poor marking at the early corner that handed the hosts the lead.
Toby Sibbick - 6
Star of the show against RFS at Tynecastle. Continuing to get his confidence back after a rough spell in the capital. Done well. Booked.
Euan Henderson - 6
Rare start for the striker. Tough shift but tried his hardest. Excellent experience playing on European stage.
Connor Smith - 5
Like Henderson, a run out from the start and a huge learning moment against a top side. Can only be a benefit. Did well. Booked so now suspended for Hearts' next game in Europe.
Andy Halliday - 5
On at the break. Earned praise from his boss for playing through the pain barrier of late. Never one to shy away from the action. Booked.
Lawrence Shankland - 5
On for final 30 minutes. Keeper got down low to deny the striker in the build-up to Hearts' consolation strike.
Josh Ginnelly - 4
Like Shankland, on for final half an hour to add pace in the attack.
Barrie McKay - 4
Part of a triple substitution on the hour. Afforded a rare rest.
Finlay Pollock - 2
On for the final 10 minutes.
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