Hearts continued their preparations for their return to the Ladbrokes Premiership with a second win in their tour of Ireland. Following their 2-0 win over Bohemians on Wednesday, Robbie Neilson’s side won 4-2 against Shelbourne at Tolka Park in Dublin on Saturday.

Goals from Gary Oliver, Sam Nicholson, Jordan McGhee and new signing Juanma Delgado secured the win over their Irish opponents.

Hearts continue their pre-season itinerary with a visit to Raith Rovers on Tuesday evening.

Hearts first-half: Alexander, Paterson, Ozturk (Howlett-Mundle, 26′), Augustyn, McHattie, Oliver, Anderson, Bajraktari, Walker, El Hassnaoui, Reilly.

Hearts second-half: Hamilton, Smith, Howlett-Mundle, McGhee, Henderson, King, Gomis, Buaben, Nicholson, Juanma, Sow.

Referee: Tomas Connolly

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