Ten-man Hearts stun Rapid Vienna in shootout to reach Conference League
Hearts produced a resilient performance in the Conference League qualifying playoff second leg against Rapid Vienna, playing over an hour with 10 men before sealing progression via a penalty shootout. The result means the Scottish side advance to the group stage of UEFA's third-tier club competition, while Rapid Vienna's European campaign for the season comes to an end in the playoff round.
Read the full story at theguardian.comFor Hearts, this is a statement result. Qualifying for the Conference League group stage with ten men on the pitch for most of the tie underlines the squad's character and gives the club a tangible reward — revenue, competitive fixtures, and a morale boost heading into the domestic campaign. Rapid Vienna, meanwhile, will see this as a missed opportunity at home, failing to convert numerical advantage into progression and now face a refocus on domestic matters without European nights to look forward to.
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