Craig Halkett scored a stoppage-time winner as Hearts defeated city rivals Hibernian 1-0 at Tynecastle to surge five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership.

The first Edinburgh derby of the season had been heavily hyped in the build-up, but an attritional affair in the swirling wind looked like ending goalless after Hibs captain Martin Boyle missed two big chances in the second half.

There were euphoric scenes among the home support at the end, however, after Halkett forced in a cross from substitute Sabah Kerjota to secure a first victory over Hibernian in five attempts.

It was the third time in seven league matches this season that Derek McInnes' rampant side had scored a stoppage-time winner.

The Jambos - who have not lost in the Premiership since Neil Critchley's last

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