Vrancken's side come of age as Hearts bid goodnight Vienna
Summary
Hearts beat Rapid Vienna on penalties to qualify for the league phase of the Conference League. This win came after a challenging start to the season and a series of losses in European tournaments.Key Facts
- Hearts lost the Scottish league title by finishing as runners-up last season.
- Belgian coach Wouter Vrancken took over and improved the team's performance.
- Hearts lost heavily to Sturm Graz and Benfica in earlier European qualifiers.
- They faced Rapid Vienna in the Conference League playoff and won on penalties after a drawn match.
- The match included a red card for Hearts and several close moments before the shootout.
- Goalkeeper Beau Reus made crucial saves in the penalty shootout.
- The win means Hearts will play six league phase games in the Conference League.
- Vrancken praised the team’s progress and spirit despite a poor first half in the decisive game.
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