It's derby day in Edinburgh as the capital's big two collide. Hibs chairman Ron Gordon wasn't happy with the fixture's scheduling but you'll be hard pushed to find any fans complaining this morning as they awake to the prospect of victory over their bitter rivals. A much fancied Hearts side enter the fixture as favourites after a strong season last year and an extensive summer recruitment drive.
Hibs, meanwhile, have had a stuttering start to the campaign, crashing out of the Premier Sports Cup at the group stage before securing an opening day Premiership win over St Johnstone. The club have secured a massive boost with the news Martin Boyle has returned from Al-Faisaly and although he won't play a part today the winger will be paraded around Easter Road before kick-off.
Hearts are hoping to spoil the Hibs hero's homecoming as old Tynecastle team-mates Robbie Neilson and Lee Johnson collide for the first time as managers. Neilson got his side off to a winning start against Ross County last week but is sweating over the fitness of key man Stephen Kingsley ahead of kick-off.
Here's everything you need to know about the Edinburgh Derby.
When and where will the game take place?
The game takes place at Easter Road Stadium on Sunday, August 7.
Kick off is at midday.
What channel is it on?
The match will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
Coverage begins at 11am.
Will there be a live stream?
Yes, the match is available to live stream for subscribers via Sky Go.
Non-subscribers can purchase a Now TV day pass for £11.99.
UK & Ireland Hibs TV subscribers will have access to audio commentary from Cliff Pike and Stuart Lovell.
Where else can I follow the action?
You can keep up with all the action right here on dailyrecord.co.uk! We'll be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway.
After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and a whole lot more.
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