FM Preview: Hearts v Celtic 09 May 2010

History of the Hearts v Celtic fixture

Celtic face a trip to Hearts at Tynecastle on Sunday afternoon, having the edge over their hosts in previous meetings. The visitors have won 62 of the 148 previous games, with the hosts winning just 55.

The most recent encounter between these two sides was earlier this season, the Jambo's carving out a narrow 2 - 1 win.

For a detailed analysis of the head-to-head between the two sides, click here

Recent respective form guides

Hearts have only performed averagely at home, winning 3 and losing 2 of their last six. The Jambo's's have scored 6 goals in these games, but conceded an alarming 7.

The Bhoys have had a decent run of form away from home recently, picking up four wins from the last six. The games have constituted a decent return of 8 goals for The Bhoys, and 5 goals against.

Hearts lie in sixth place in the SPL, picking up 48 points from their 37 games so far. Celtic's total of 78 points from their 37 games sees them sitting in second place in the final league table.

For a detailed analysis of team form guides throughout the leagues, click here

FootyMad's prediction ...

The Bhoys have been performing with great credit on their travels, and the Madmen see no reason why they should not return from Tynecastle with an easy win. Away win