Rangers v Hearts Fixture change - effect on us

[SunshineOnLeith]

Hearts and their fans are seriously annoyed about this. They (understandably) were looking forward to a big party on the Saturday, the game is long since sold out.

This could all blow up in Rangers' faces if what could easily have been anothew damp squib, end of season performance from Hearts turns out instead to be a very hostile occasion for them. Can't see Hearts fans tolerating anything less than maximum intensity from their team in this one now.

[Bristolhibby]

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Hearts and their fans are seriously annoyed about this. They (understandably) were looking forward to a big party on the Saturday, the game is long since sold out.

This could all blow up in Rangers' faces if what could easily have been anothew damp squib, end of season performance from Hearts turns out instead to be a very hostile occasion for them. Can't see Hearts fans tolerating anything less than maximum intensity from their team in this one now.

That was my thought re Hearts. They will want to pump them, as we know all too well there's nothing worse than parading a trophy after getting beaten.

J

[leggeto]

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So every team in the league has to lose money by playing on a Sunday lunchtime?

Don't think money is in their interest, sky won't back down so could be the only option

[GreenArmyyy!]

SPFL have just released a statement saying that it is unreasonable to ask them to move all championship games to the Sunday and that Hibs have not requested the game to be moved. Also said if any clubs want to move their fixture then they are too get in touch with SPFL. We are run by the Mafia.

[shetlandhibee]

statment on radios u f ;'';..g disgrace?

[Borderhibbie76]

Even Sevcosound is struggling to defend this...

[greenlad]

A spokesperson for the SPFL said: "On this weekend, the Hearts v Rangers match is scheduled for Sunday 3 May to be broadcast on television and it is not clear to us why this has caused so much surprise.

"This is a key game in the Championship season and will inevitably attract huge interest from fans around the world.

"It is unreasonable to expect all Championship fixtures that weekend to move to the Sunday when a number of them will be unaffected by the Hearts v Rangers tie.

"However, as a result of this fixture, all Championship clubs have been invited to submit a request should they wish to move games to the Sunday.

"To date, the only feedback we have received is from one Championship club, which has asked for its match to remain scheduled for the Saturday.

"For the avoidance of doubt, we have had no request from Hibernian FC to move its fixture to the Sunday at the time of writing.

"Whilst we regret any inconvenience to supporters caused by rescheduled fixtures, the circumstances surrounding the matches on the weekend of 2/3 May are in no way unusual."

[Bobby's Cinema]

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Hearts and their fans are seriously annoyed about this. They (understandably) were looking forward to a big party on the Saturday, the game is long since sold out.

This could all blow up in Rangers' faces if what could easily have been anothew damp squib, end of season performance from Hearts turns out instead to be a very hostile occasion for them. Can't see Hearts fans tolerating anything less than maximum intensity from their team in this one now.

Great point

[CropleyWasGod]

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A spokesperson for the SPFL said: "On this weekend, the Hearts v Rangers match is scheduled for Sunday 3 May to be broadcast on television and it is not clear to us why this has caused so much surprise.

"This is a key game in the Championship season and will inevitably attract huge interest from fans around the world.

"It is unreasonable to expect all Championship fixtures that weekend to move to the Sunday when a number of them will be unaffected by the Hearts v Rangers tie.

"However, as a result of this fixture, all Championship clubs have been invited to submit a request should they wish to move games to the Sunday.

"To date, the only feedback we have received is from one Championship club, which has asked for its match to remain scheduled for the Saturday.

"For the avoidance of doubt, we have had no request from Hibernian FC to move its fixture to the Sunday at the time of writing.

"Whilst we regret any inconvenience to supporters caused by rescheduled fixtures, the circumstances surrounding the matches on the weekend of 2/3 May are in no way unusual."

Yes they are.

When was the last time Sky covered a game on the last day of the 2nd division season?

[basehibby]

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So this was just announced today, what can we do, this should not be allowed to happen, I'd like to see Hibs come out and say they protested vigorously against this!!!

but not in a ha ha way

- what can be done? I would have thought there would be a case for sueing the SPFL/Tv company/Rangers as there is more than a strong hint of corruption going on here - maybe even criminal charges - conspiracy to defraud the public?!?

[Scorrie]

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A spokesperson for the SPFL said: "On this weekend, the Hearts v Rangers match is scheduled for Sunday 3 May to be broadcast on television and it is not clear to us why this has caused so much surprise.

"This is a key game in the Championship season and will inevitably attract huge interest from fans around the world.

"It is unreasonable to expect all Championship fixtures that weekend to move to the Sunday when a number of them will be unaffected by the Hearts v Rangers tie.

"However, as a result of this fixture, all Championship clubs have been invited to submit a request should they wish to move games to the Sunday.

"To date, the only feedback we have received is from one Championship club, which has asked for its match to remain scheduled for the Saturday.

"For the avoidance of doubt, we have had no request from Hibernian FC to move its fixture to the Sunday at the time of writing.

"Whilst we regret any inconvenience to supporters caused by rescheduled fixtures, the circumstances surrounding the matches on the weekend of 2/3 May are in no way unusual."

That statement is breathtaking in its arrogance. If Doncaster agreed this statement then he should be punted immediately.

[hibbytam]

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A spokesperson for the SPFL said: "On this weekend, the Hearts v Rangers match is scheduled for Sunday 3 May to be broadcast on television and it is not clear to us why this has caused so much surprise.

"This is a key game in the Championship season and will inevitably attract huge interest from fans around the world.

"It is unreasonable to expect all Championship fixtures that weekend to move to the Sunday when a number of them will be unaffected by the Hearts v Rangers tie.

"However, as a result of this fixture, all Championship clubs have been invited to submit a request should they wish to move games to the Sunday.

"To date, the only feedback we have received is from one Championship club, which has asked for its match to remain scheduled for the Saturday.

"For the avoidance of doubt, we have had no request from Hibernian FC to move its fixture to the Sunday at the time of writing.

"Whilst we regret any inconvenience to supporters caused by rescheduled fixtures, the circumstances surrounding the matches on the weekend of 2/3 May are in no way unusual."

I'm now convinced that they are taking the piss.

[basehibby]

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If we assume that all professional footbll teams go out to win every game they play in, who gives a rats ass when the games kick off?

Or are we assuming the Hearts will be on holiday mode and just let Rangers walk all over them at Tynecastle on the last day of a title winning season?? I don't think so.

We need to focus on winning all of our games and I'm sure Rangers will be thinking likewise. I'd sooner it was them playing at Tynecastle on the last day, probably having to get at least a draw, than us given our record at that dump.

Don't talk nonsense - it potentially gives The Rangers a massive advantage in that they could know exactly what they need to do to get 2nd place.

[Scorrie]

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I'm now convinced that they are taking the piss.

And we wonder why Scottish football struggles to get sponsorship. Shambles.

[scoopyboy]

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Don't talk nonsense - it potentially gives The Rangers a massive advantage in that they could know exactly what they need to do to get 2nd place.

It would be funny if they needed four points to get second place after a Hibs win at Falkirk the previous day.

Then the SPFL would have a completely meaningless match for Sky to beam worldwide.

[Swedish hibee]

That statement is utter horrendous. SHOCKING.

[wills]

Is there not a clause in broadcasting games that they can't be shown while other games take place in the same league at the same time. I believe it something to do with income to other teams affected by broadcasted games

[Del Boy]

No wonder so many fans have just chucked it. Scottish football is just a farce. If you're no celtic or Rangers then you're wasting your time.

[blackpoolhibs]

As Scoops says, lets play our game on the Sunday at 5pm. There's no problem there that i can see is there?

[greenlad]

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Is there not a clause in broadcasting games that they can't be shown while other games take place in the same league St the same time. I believe it something to do with income to other teams affected by broadcasted games

In the agreed blackout period only, ie Saturday 3pm-5pm. Its been pretty common for two of the Top Six Premiership games on the final day to be screened at the same time as the third untelevised game.

[lyonhibs]

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Don't talk nonsense - it potentially gives The Rangers a massive advantage in that they could know exactly what they need to do to get 2nd place.

Let's just look after ourselves and win all of our remaining games, and then Rangers will need to turn in a performance at Tynecastle. If we do our part, after tonight's draw, they'll go into the Sunday game needing a win.

My point was if Hibs are professional for the rest of the season then Rangers will need a win, regardless of when games kick off.

I think behind the outrage on this change is a fear that we won't win all of our remaining league games. That's not something the management, players or fans should be entertaining IMO.

[Colr]

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As Scoops says, lets play our game on the Sunday at 5pm. There's no problem there that i can see is there?

Good idea. Call their bluff.

[wills]

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In the agreed blackout period only, ie Saturday 3pm-5pm. Its been pretty common for two of the Top Six Premiership games on the final day to be screened at the same time as the third untelevised game.

Cheers didn't know it was between 3-5

[hibbytam]

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And we wonder why Scottish football struggles to get sponsorship. Shambles.

And we wonder why stands are empty.

[poolman]

Why Am I not surprised by this

Corrupt

[Lee Marvin]

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As Scoops says, lets play our game on the Sunday at 5pm. There's no problem there that i can see is there?

Amazing idea. Would love LD to pitch this idea to falkirk

[Real Emerald]

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As Scoops says, lets play our game on the Sunday at 5pm. There's no problem there that i can see is there?

Brilliant!

[Hibeesforever]

The fact that Hibernian have been singled out in the statement is appalling and looks like almost a challenge to the club to see what reaction it will provoke. Leanne Dempster and Ann Budge need to coordinate their replies again. Also, a good suggestion to move to 5pm Sunday, time Edinburgh stood up to clear Glasgow bias.

[nonshinyfinish]

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A spokesperson for the SPFL said: "On this weekend, the Hearts v Rangers match is scheduled for Sunday 3 May to be broadcast on television and it is not clear to us why this has caused so much surprise.

"This is a key game in the Championship season and will inevitably attract huge interest from fans around the world.

"It is unreasonable to expect all Championship fixtures that weekend to move to the Sunday when a number of them will be unaffected by the Hearts v Rangers tie.

"However, as a result of this fixture, all Championship clubs have been invited to submit a request should they wish to move games to the Sunday.

"To date, the only feedback we have received is from one Championship club, which has asked for its match to remain scheduled for the Saturday.

"For the avoidance of doubt, we have had no request from Hibernian FC to move its fixture to the Sunday at the time of writing.

"Whilst we regret any inconvenience to supporters caused by rescheduled fixtures, the circumstances surrounding the matches on the weekend of 2/3 May are in no way unusual."

That is f***ing astonishing.

Are they genuinely claiming, as professional football administrators, that they have no idea why the World Cup, the European Championship and every credible domestic league in the world plays the last round of league games simultaneously?

Speechless.

[Danderhall Hibs]

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We should move it to after the Rangers game, 3pm kick off. That would shove it right up them.

If we think this is bad just wait until the referees brief comes out to give them everything in the play offs.

great shout!

Presumably Falkirk need to agree or even request a move to the Sunday with them being the home team?