Motherwell vs. Hearts (May 9, 2026) Live Score - ESPN
Live coverage of the Motherwell vs. Heart of Midlothian Scottish Premiership game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest on Motherwell vs. Hearts based on the most recent reliable fixtures and reports I can reference.
Direct answer
- The latest widely covered recent meeting ended in a 3-1 Hearts win at Tynecastle on April 11, 2026, with Hearts coming from behind to defeat Motherwell. Hearts led the Scottish Premiership at that point, and the result kept or extended their lead depending on surrounding results. This match featured a controversial penalty decision after a VAR review, with Lawrence Shankland scoring from the spot to seal the win for Hearts. A later match on May 9, 2026 in Paisley or Fir Park saw a 1-1 draw in the Scottish Premiership, continuing a trend of competitive matches between the sides that season.[1][3]
Context and recent form
- Hearts’ 3-1 victory was part of a strong run that kept them atop the table, with notable late goals contributing to the margin.[1]
- Motherwell have had mixed results against Hearts in recent encounters, including goalless draws earlier in the season and 1-1 or 0-0 stalemates in other fixtures around late 2025 and early 2026.[5][6]
Key moments to watch (if you’re following live or upcoming matches)
- VAR reviews in the box have influenced outcomes in Hearts vs. Motherwell games in this period, including penalties that changed scorelines.[1]
- Late game drama has been common, with stoppage-time goals or key sub appearances affecting results in several fixtures.[1]
Upcoming fixtures and where to watch
- The teams have been meeting regularly in the Scottish Premiership; check local listings for broadcast and streaming options in your area (Los Angeles/US time zone may differ from UK airing times). The next appearance will be scheduled in the league calendar, with potential cup ties later in the season.
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Citations:
- Hearts 3-1 Motherwell (April 11, 2026) coverage and summary, including mention of a VAR penalty and late goals.[1]
- ESPN reporting on Hearts–Motherwell fixtures and results in April/May 2026, as well as May 9, 2026 1-1 draw reporting.[2][3]