Hearts 2-1 Rangers

Hearts handed Rangers their second away defeat of the season when they beat Walter Smith’s Rangers 2-1 at Tynecastle. All the three goals came in a six minute period in the first half ( 20′-26′). Marius Zaliukas and Laryea Kingston were on target for Hearts, with Christos Karipidis heading into his own net from a Charlie Adam set piece.

Kingston celebrated his return from injury with a match winning performance for Hearts
Kingston celebrated his return from injury with a match winning performance for Hearts

The result reduces the gap between 2nd placed Rangers and 3rd placed Hearts to seven points. It is also Hearts’ fifth successive win in the SPL. Celtic however have the chance to go seven clear at the top when they visit Inverness later this afternoon.

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Rangers 5-0 Inverness

Barry Ferguson played his first game since May for Rangers as Walter Smith’s men crushed Inverness Caledonian Thistle 5-0 at home. Kris Boyd grabbed a hat trick, with Nacho Novo and Kenny Miller contributing one apiece as Rangers temporarily went to the top of the Scottish Premier League on goal difference. Celtic play Hearts on Sunday.

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Rangers confirm Edu capture

Rangers have announced the signing of defensive midfielder Maurice Edu from MLS side Toronto FC for a fee of £2.6m ( $5m). The American international 22, has signed a five year contract, and the move will be completed as soon as the player receives a work permit.

Edu becomes Walter Smith’s third signing in the last seven days, the other two being Aaron Niguez Esclapez from Valencia ( on loan with an option to buy) and Portuguese midfielder Pedro Mendes. Fans of Rangers made their displeasure felt at Carlos Cuellar’s departure, but the new signings will give them something to cheer about.

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