Hearts Triumph Over Rapid Vienna in Penalty Shootout to Secure Conference League Spot

Hearts advanced to the UEFA Conference League phase after defeating Rapid Vienna in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in Austria, resulting in a 4-4 aggregate score.

Despite being reduced to ten men due to Tomas Magnusson's red card, Hearts equalized through Pierre Landry Kabore shortly after falling behind to Ercan Kara's first-half goal. Calvin Miller then volleyed them ahead in extra time, but Rapid equalized again just before the end of the match.

In the subsequent penalty shootout, Hearts triumphed 4-3, with goalkeeper Beau Reus saving two penalties, marking a significant achievement for the team as they prepare for their third Conference League appearance in five seasons.