Hearts reached the Conference League league phase after goalkeeper Beau Reus made two penalty saves in a shoot-out victory away to Rapid Vienna, despite playing much of the tie with 10 men.
Key facts
- Hearts beat Rapid Vienna on penalties away from home.
- The tie finished 4-4 on aggregate.
- Goalkeeper Beau Reus made two penalty saves in the shoot-out.
- Hearts played with 10 men after Tomas Magnusson was sent off.
- Victory secures a return to the Conference League league phase.
Hearts booked their place in the Conference League league phase after a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory away to Rapid Vienna, according to Sky Sports.
Goalkeeper Beau Reus was the standout figure, making two penalty saves in the shoot-out to secure the result for the Edinburgh side.
The achievement was made all the more notable by the fact that Hearts had been reduced to 10 men following the red card shown to Tomas Magnusson.
Across the two legs the tie finished 4-4 on aggregate, sending the contest to a shoot-out where Reus proved decisive.
The win means Hearts return to the Conference League league phase, a significant milestone for the club’s European campaign.
Why it matters
Qualifying for the Conference League league phase gives Hearts a run of European fixtures, along with the prestige and financial rewards that come with continental competition. Overcoming a red card and winning away on penalties makes the achievement a memorable one for the club and its supporters.
Frequently asked questions
How did Hearts qualify for the Conference League?
Hearts qualified by winning a penalty shoot-out away to Rapid Vienna after the tie finished 4-4 on aggregate, according to Sky Sports.
Who was the hero for Hearts?
Goalkeeper Beau Reus was the hero, making two penalty saves in the shoot-out.
Why were Hearts down to 10 men?
Hearts were reduced to 10 men after Tomas Magnusson was sent off during the tie.