One-way traffic at Tynecastlepublished at 20:58 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
HT: Hearts 0-0 FC Zurich (1-2)
Image source, OptaThe first-half attacking stats from Tynecastle
Summary
Hearts 0-1 Zurich - Listen on Radio Scotland Extra
Jorge Grant shown second yellow for diving early in second half; Fabian Rhoner nets for visitors as 10-men punished
Seven changes for hosts from side which lost at Celtic Park on Sunday
Hearts trail 2-1 from first leg
One-way traffic at Tynecastlepublished at 20:58 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
Image source, OptaImage caption, 'Floodgates could open'published at 20:55 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
HT: Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Ryan McGowan
Former Hearts defender on BBC ScotlandQuote MessageIf Hearts score one, they could go on to score two, three or four.
'Zurich could crumble if Hearts score'published at 20:53 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
HT: Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Michael Stewart
Former Hearts midfielder on BBC ScotlandQuote MessageIt's been everything Hearts would have hoped for, minus the goal. It's all there to play for them. They can't panic in the second half. If Hearts get in front, Zurich could crumble.
Postpublished at 20:51 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
FT: Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Visiting goalkeeper Yanich Brecher has made just one save of note, pushing away an Alan Forrest shot, but there was also a great block from defender Mirlind Kryeziu to deny the same player and Liam Boyce really should have buried that header a few minutes ago. The goal was gaping.
Image source, SNSImage caption, Liam Boyce's header hit the turf and bounced over the top
HALF-TIME Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)published at 45+1 mins
It's been all Hearts, but they haven't been able to find the goal they need.
Postpublished at 45+1 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Into stoppage time as Zurich win a free-kick inside the Hearts half. It's a rare chance for the visitors to get men forward but the delivery is utterly woeful.
'Absolute sitter'published at 20:44 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Craig Levein
Former Hearts manager on BBC SportsoundQuote MessageBoyce has missed an absolute sitter. He will be extremely disappointed that hasn't hit the back of the net.
CLOSE!published at 43 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Alan Forrest stands up a wonderful cross for Liam Boyce at the back post. The Hearts striker gets up in plenty of time and plants a firm header into the turf. Turns out it's too powerful as the ball bounces agonisingly over the crossbar.
Image source, SNSYELLOW CARDpublished at 41 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Hearts defender Kye Rowles is penalised for impeding the goalkeeper as he tries to kick the ball up the park.
Postpublished at 37 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Barrie McKay with another sumptuous pass and Zurich are stretched at the back, but Liam Boyce over does it as he tries to get past his man, only tying himself in knots.
Postpublished at 36 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Loud shouts for a penalty reverberate around the stadium as the ball appears to hit a Zurich arm but there were no fewer than three Hearts players in an offside position.
Postpublished at 35 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Alan Forrest has his head in his hands as his shot is blocked by sliding defender Mirlind Kryeziu in front of goal. Did the Hearts winger really need to take a touch from a sweet Liam Boyce pass?
Image source, SNS
Image source, SNSYELLOW CARDpublished at 33 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Ironic jeers from the home crowd as Cheick Conde is booked for clattering into Liam Boyce.
Postpublished at 32 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Alan Forrest does fantastically well to nip past a defender then drill a low ball into the six yard box. A sliding Liam Boyce gets a touch but he can't steer the ball on target.
'Zurich can't get out'published at 20:30 British Summer Time 25 August 2022
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Allan Preston
Ex-Hearts midfielder on BBC SportsoundQuote MessageIt's been a really good spell from Hearts. Zurich can't get out. They're hemmed in.
Postpublished at 28 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
A huge roar of approval from the stands as Lawrence Shankland races back 20 metres to rob an opponent. It creates an opportunity for Barrie McKay to race into space on the left but his cross is overcooked.
Image source, SNSPostpublished at 26 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Corner to Hearts. Kye Rowles attacks the delivery but the Australian defender can't get a clean contact on the ball and it drops into the goalkeeper's grateful arms.
Image source, SNSPostpublished at 23 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Some more needle creeping into play as Stephen Kingsley is tripped after mopping up a Zurich foray forward.
Postpublished at 19 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Tempers fray as Barrie McKay gets involved in some angry pushing after being penalised for a nothing incident. It was right under the referee's nose too. He should see that the Zurich player has made a meal of it.
YELLOW CARDpublished at 17 mins
Hearts 0-0 Zurich (1-2)
Hearts midfielder Jorge Grant is very unfortunate to be booked for a sliding challenge since he appeared to take the ball cleanly.