Heart of Midlothian delivered a goal-fest at Tynecastle, crushing Inverness Caledonian Thistle 6-2 in the Premier Sports Cup round of 16. Calvin Miller’s brace and goals from Christian Borchgrevink, Rogers Mato, James Wilson and Claudio Braga secured a dominant win for Wouter Vrancken’s side, who lead the Premiership by 1 point after finishing last season with 70 points (21W-7D-5L).
What happened in the match?
The Jam Tarts took an early lead through Borchgrevink’s header from a deflected free-kick, but Inverness fought back with Ryan Duncan and Alfie Bavidge scoring in quick succession. Heart of Midlothian responded with Mato’s equaliser before Miller’s penalty and Wilson’s header restored their advantage. Braga’s thunderous strike and Miller’s second sealed the rout.
Why this win matters for Heart of Midlothian
This emphatic victory showcases Heart of Midlothian’ attacking prowess, with 58 goals scored last season (+30 goal difference). The win keeps them on track in the cup while maintaining momentum ahead of the new Premiership campaign, where they finished top last season with 70 points (21W-7D-5L).
What comes next for the Jam Tarts?
With the new Premiership season approaching, Heart of Midlothian will look to build on this performance. Their recent form (LWDWW) suggests they are in strong shape, and fans will hope for more of the same as they aim to defend their title. The cup run continues, with the next round promising another test of their resilience.
