Hearts powered to a record 5-0 home rout of St Mirren on Saturday as the Jambos continue to build their title credentials, but the Paisley club face a difficult weekend trip to Pittodrie with their form in freefall.
Match news
Jambos demolish St Mirren 5-0
Hearts put on a commanding display at Tynecastle on Saturday, overwhelming St Mirren 5-0 in the Premiership in what was their biggest home win in three-and-a-half years. Laurent Mendy, Calvin Miller (two penalties), Claudio Braga and Josh McPake all scored as the Jambos made a statement of intent about their title ambitions with one of the most dominant performances of the season.
Source: Sky Sports
Saints in freefall after 5-0 thrashing
St Mirren suffered one of their worst defeats of the season, losing 5-0 away at Hearts on Saturday. The loss extends their run to four consecutive league defeats as manager Craig McLeish's side struggle to find any consistency. The Buddies' trip to Aberdeen this weekend comes at a critical moment for the club.
Source: Edinburgh Evening News
Transfers & rumours
Summer window closed 3 September
The Scottish summer transfer window closed at 17:00 on 3 September 2026. No business is now possible until the January window opens.
Source: SPFL
Club news
Jambos demolish St Mirren 5-0
Hearts put on a dominant display at Tynecastle on Saturday, defeating St Mirren 5-0 in the biggest home win in the Premiership for three-and-a-half years. Laurent Mendy, Calvin Miller (two penalties), Claudio Braga and Josh McPake all found the net in a commanding performance that shows the Jambos' title credentials.
Source: Sky Sports
Saints crushed at Tynecastle
St Mirren fell to a heavy 5-0 defeat at Hearts on Saturday, the club's fourth consecutive league loss. Manager Craig McLeish described the performance as 'self-inflicted', pointing to two penalties conceded and individual errors as the main issues. The Paisley side also lost striker Nikolas Agrafiotis during the warm-up, a blow that further disrupted their preparations.
Source: Edinburgh Evening News
From the fan channels
Buddies supporters struggle after 5-0 rout
St Mirren's supporters on Pie and Bovril are grappling with the fallout from Saturday's 5-0 defeat at Hearts, their fourth consecutive league loss. The mood is one of frustration as the club faces a mounting crisis in form and confidence heading into what could be a turning-point fixture at Aberdeen.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Killie fans bracing for survival battle
Kilmarnock supporters on The Great Big Kilmarnock Thread are acutely aware of the stakes as their side sits bottom of the Premiership with five points from eight matches. The relegation danger is real and unavoidable, and the weight of recent seasons' fights for survival hangs over the discussion of Saturday's home game against Motherwell.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Hibs backing into Falkirk clash
Hibernian fans are gearing up for Saturday's home fixture against bottom club Falkirk on The Hibernian Thread, with an expectation that this is a game the Easter Road side should win. With Hibs sitting tenth and Falkirk in the relegation zone, the pressure is on the home side to take advantage.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Dark Blues ready for Rangers test
Dundee's supporters are preparing for Saturday's high-profile visit from Rangers at Dens Park, one of the most significant fixtures of the season. The conversation on the dedicated match thread centres on what it will take to get a positive result against one of the division's heavyweights.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Dons focus on St Mirren matchup
Aberdeen's supporters on their dedicated thread are sizing up Saturday's home fixture against struggling St Mirren, with Pittodrie offering an opportunity to make up ground after a difficult run. The Dons sit eighth and will be looking to build momentum against a Saints side in freefall.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Thistle eyes Ayr challenge
Partick Thistle supporters are looking forward to Friday night's away trip to Ayr United in the Championship, with Thistle sitting third and chasing the leaders. The Ayr crowd will provide a challenge, but Partick's recent form has supporters believing they can maintain their promotion push.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Caley heading to Lichties clash
Inverness CT fans are preparing for Saturday's away match against Arbroath in the Championship. With Caley sixth and Arbroath lower down the table, the supporters are hopeful of picking up three points in what could be a crucial game in their push for the top flight.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Ayr kicking off weekend action
Ayr United supporters are anticipating Friday night's home fixture against Partick Thistle on The Ultimate Super Ayr Thread, with the Championship match opening the weekend's action. Ayr are battling mid-table and will be looking to make their home advantage count against third-placed Thistle.
Source: Pie and Bovril
Next up
Ayr United v Partick Thistle — Championship — Friday 16 October at 19:30 — away
Ayr United v Partick Thistle — Championship — Friday 16 October at 19:30 — home
Hibernian v Falkirk — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — away
Aberdeen v St Mirren — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — home
St Johnstone v Dundee United — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — away
Kilmarnock v Motherwell — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — away
Kilmarnock v Motherwell — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — home
Hibernian v Falkirk — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — home
Inverness CT v Arbroath — Championship — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — home
Aberdeen v St Mirren — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — away
St Johnstone v Dundee United — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 15:00 — home
Dundee v Rangers — Premiership — Saturday 17 October at 20:00 — home
Celtic v Hearts — Premiership — Sunday 18 October at 15:00 — away
Last time out
Hearts 5–0 St Mirren — William Hill Premiership — 2026-10-10