Brian McLauchlin

Sports Reporter at BBC

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Hearts: Four key questions and answers from Neil Critchley interview

1 week ago | bbc.com | Brian McLauchlin

Hearts head coach Neil Critchley sat down with BBC Scotland before Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final against Aberdeen, live on the BBC. Here are some of the key questions and crucial answers:How have the last couple of days been for you after the disappointment at Motherwell? "Yeah, tough. You can't lie. After not winning the game and setting out what we wanted to do.
Hearts aim for Hampden heroics after league pain

1 week ago | bbc.com | Brian McLauchlin

Heart of Midlothian fans are right to be angry at the failure to secure a top-six place, says Neil Critchley, but the head coach insists progress has been made since he joined the club in October. The Tynecastle side took just four points from five matches before the split, with last weekend's goalless draw in Motherwell consigning them to the bottom half of the Scottish Premiership. "It's always a collective," Critchley said. "I'd rather fans point at me than the players.
Hearts aim for Hampden heroics after league pain

1 week ago | sports.yahoo.com | Brian McLauchlin

Scottish Cup semi-final: Heart of Midlothian v AberdeenWhere: Hampden Park, Glasgow When: Saturday, 19 April Kick-off: 12:30 BSTCoverage: Watch on BBC One Scotland, BBC Sport website & appHeart of Midlothian fans are right to be angry at the failure to secure a top-six place, says Neil Critchley, but the head coach insists progress has been made since he joined the club in October.
Hibs 4-0 Dundee: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Brian McLauchlin

On their current form, Hibs are looking the real deal when it comes to being favourites for third spot. There is an energy around Easter Road that has been missing for some considerable time. These are by and large the same players who struggled at the start of the season. They deserve a huge amount of praise for turning what could have been a calamitous campaign into one that is likely to end with European adventures to look forward to.
Hibs 4-0 Dundee: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Brian McLauchlin

Tony Docherty had been full of praise for his defence prior to this game, but there is no doubt the Dundee manager will be asking questions about this performance. The opening goal for Bushiri was just too easy and that put the visitors on the back foot. There was little creativity or opportunities for Murray up front either and that will also be something that has to be addressed in the coming weeks.
Dundee United 1-0 St Johnstone: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Brian McLauchlin

Image source, SNSBBC Sport Scotland Senior ReporterAlthough they left Tannadice without any points, the Saints fans could not fault the attitude or application from the players at Tannadice. They refused to give up until the final whistle, still creating chances despite the odds going against them. Although plenty was made of the original strikeforce of Kimpioka and Adama Sidibeh at the start of the season, they don't seem to have the clinical edge in front of goal that could save the Perth side.
Dundee United 1-0 St Johnstone: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Brian McLauchlin

On current form, United are more than worthy of their place at the top end of the table. The players are showing a confidence that has been evident for the vast majority of the season and it's clear to see the fans, who are turning up in great numbers, are enjoying the work ethic and quality on show. The only worry is that Sam Dalby, United's top scorer this season, went off injured in the second half. He will be a huge loss if he misses any of the remaining games.
Dundee United 1-0 St Johnstone: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.com | Brian McLauchlin

Image source, SNSBBC Sport Scotland Senior ReporterAlthough they left Tannadice without any points, the Saints fans could not fault the attitude or application from the players at Tannadice. They refused to give up until the final whistle, still creating chances despite the odds going against them. Although plenty was made of the original strikeforce of Kimpioka and Adama Sidibeh at the start of the season, they don't seem to have the clinical edge in front of goal that could save the Perth side.
Dundee United 1-0 St Johnstone: Analysis

1 week ago | bbc.com | Brian McLauchlin

On current form, United are more than worthy of their place at the top end of the table. The players are showing a confidence that has been evident for the vast majority of the season and it's clear to see the fans, who are turning up in great numbers, are enjoying the work ethic and quality on show. The only worry is that Sam Dalby, United's top scorer this season, went off injured in the second half. He will be a huge loss if he misses any of the remaining games.
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1 week ago | bbc.com | Brian McLauchlin

Hearts boss Neil Critchley said his side "understand the importance" of their split-deciding fixture with Motherwell on Saturday. Win at Fir Park and Hearts' secure their top-six status, having come a long way from early-season relegation fears when Critchley took over. Lose, and they're consigned to the bottom six where safety is far from guaranteed thanks to a tightly-packed league table. "We understand the importance of the game," the head coach said. "There's plenty of points to play for.