Match preview: Kilmarnock vs Hearts
- Laurie Finlayson
- Apr 27, 2024
- 2 min read

Killie could secure European football for next season with a victory over Hearts in their first post-split fixture, having secured a top-half finish against today's opponents last month.
Hearts can sew up third place with a victory today, meaning they will have European group stage football, either in the UEFA Europa Conference League or Europa League.
Team news
Killie will be without Kyle Magennis, who is not expected to return to contention until next season. Greg Stewart and Tom Davies are also due to be unavailable for selection today due to injuries.
Calem Nieuwenhof, Liam Boyce, Craig Halkett and Peter Harring remain on the sidelines for Hearts.
Last time out...
The sides played out a 1-1 draw at Tynecastle, with a magnificent goal from Marley Watkins securing a point and Killie's top-six place. Here's the best of the action from the trip to Gorgie:
Hearts are one of only three Premiership sides who Killie haven't got the better of this season. Derek McInnes will be hoping his team can set the record straight today.
How to follow the action from afar
If you can't make it along to Rugby Park this afternoon, wherever you may be, you don't need to miss a kick.
Killie TV subscribers can follow live coverage, with live audio commentary available for domestic subscribers, whereas those with international subscriptions can watch the action. All account holders can view a full-match replay from midnight tonight, as per SPFL broadcasting rights.
Live radio coverage is also provided courtesy of HBSA Hospital Radio - the radio station based in Crosshouse Hospital. HBSA Sports is available on Channel 1 of Hospedia terminals in Crosshouse Hospital and Ayrshire Maternity Unit and online around the world from around 14:45 (UK time).