The Record Sport columnist says it's time to draw a line under the managerial mishaps with solid league form.
Frankie McAvoy as head coach and Steven Naismith as technical director at Hearts was designed to satisfy UEFA rules over Naisy not having his badges and everybody knows it. So it was no surprise within a week of being knocked out of Europe, the Jambos announced Naisy is back as head coach with Frankie as his No.2.
Losing both legs against PAOK can happen and they were unlucky in the Tynecastle clash. But losing at Dundee and at home to Motherwell is a different matter. Those are the results that drain the belief of players and fans alike. That’s why the international break has come at a great time for my former club. Everyone can take a deep breath, sort out their heads and Naisy can draw a line under everything that has happened so far and tell his players that the season starts now.
A month from now on October 7, Hibs will travel across the city to Tynecastle and by then, Hearts will have played four games that will determine whether the mood music has changed. The league is the bread and butter but that cup tie at Rugby Park is crucial. Hearts have to be reaching semi-finals and finals. Their fans expect that and are right to do so. They’re the third biggest club in the country and with that comes expectation and responsibility.
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