Hibernian

Felix Passlack has downplayed his recent captaincy role, asserting that Hibernian's squad possesses ample leadership as they prepare for another UEFA Conference League campaign. The Scottish club aims to build on their strong European showing from the previous season.

The first leg of the UEFA Champions League qualifier between Sturm Graz and Heart of Midlothian will be broadcast live on Premier Sports. This announcement comes as anticipation builds for the crucial European tie.

Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson has underscored the importance of capitalizing on the club's absence from European competition in the upcoming 2026/27 season. He believes this singular focus on domestic football will be crucial for the team's performance and ongoing squad rebuild.

Claudio Braga, the standout forward for Heart of Midlothian, has publicly addressed the growing transfer speculation surrounding his future while expressing his profound excitement for the club's upcoming UEFA Champions League qualifiers.

Motherwell and Hibernian enter the UEFA Europa Conference League in the second qualifying round, with seeding and the draw mechanics set to shape their path toward the group stage. Both clubs now wait on UEFA’s Nyon draw and subsequent groupings to learn their potential opponents.

Hearts cling to a slender lead in the Scottish Premiership, but European dreams diverge wildly: Rangers could waltz into Champions League group stage glory, while leaders face qualifiers. Post-split fireworks loom.