Hearts Reach Conference League Proper After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Victory
Hearts have secured a spot in the Conference League proper for the third time in five seasons after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Rapid Vienna. The news comes from The Guardian Football, with confirmation of the result.
Competition · 2026-08-26 20:37:02
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Hearts' goalkeeper Beau Reus made two crucial penalty saves to help his team edge the shootout 4-3 and secure a significant result in Europe for over two decades. The Jambos were reduced to 10 men in the 75th minute, but they managed to rediscover their poise and pull off a stunning comeback.
The match saw substitute Landry Kaboré equalise for Hearts, before Calvin Miller volleyed them ahead in the 10th minute of extra-time. Rapid Vienna hit back in the 119th minute, but Hearts held their nerve to secure the win.
