Hearts vs. Heidenheim: Statistical Overview

Hearts’ most recent victory against a German team occurred in the 2000 Uefa Cup, where the Edinburgh-based club secured a 3-2 win over Stuttgart but was eliminated from the competition due to the away goals rule. Both Hearts and Heidenheim commenced their Conference League campaigns with victories in their initial two matches. Currently, the Edinburgh team occupies sixth position, while the German club is in ninth place, having netted one fewer goal. In the Scottish Premiership, Hearts are positioned second from the bottom, yet they have experienced only one defeat in their last five fixtures. Heidenheim holds the 12th spot in the Bundesliga standings and has recorded just one win in their previous six matches. Against German opponents, Hearts have a record of three wins and six losses across nine encounters. Conversely, Heidenheim has no prior experience playing against a Scottish team. At home, Hearts have achieved three victories and suffered two defeats when hosting German clubs. Their most recent home loss to a German visitor was a 1-0 defeat against Schalke 04 during the 2004 Uefa Cup group stage. Cassio Lincoln netted the decisive goal for Schalke at Murrayfield Stadium, following the dismissal of Hearts’ player Patrick Kisnorbo. The last time Hearts secured a victory over a German team was in the 2000 Uefa Cup, when the Edinburgh club defeated Stuttgart, who concluded the match with nine players, by a score of 3-2, though they were ultimately eliminated on away goals.