Hearts confirmed lineup: Fagan-Walcott starts as Milne captains against Nordsjaelland

The Hearts confirmed lineup against Nordsjaelland includes Malachi Fagan-Walcott following his late addition to the European squad, with Harry Milne captaining the side.

James Wilson, Cláudio Braga and Josh McPake also start as Wouter Vrancken’s team begin their Conference League league-phase campaign at Tynecastle.

Beau Reus is in goal, while Christian Borchgrevink, Jamie McCart, Oisin McEntee, Calvin Miller and Laurent Mendy complete the XI. Stephen Kingsley and Jordi Altena are among the substitutes.

Hearts confirmed lineup and substitutes

Starting XI: Beau Reus, Christian Borchgrevink, Jamie McCart, Oisin McEntee, Calvin Miller, Cláudio Braga, Josh McPake, Harry Milne (captain), James Wilson, Malachi Fagan-Walcott, Laurent Mendy.

Substitutes: Zander Clark, Ryan Fulton, Stephen Kingsley, JJ Williams, Pierre Landry Kaboré, Stuart Findlay, Sabri Guendouz, Jordi Altena, Sabah Kerjota, Finlay Pollock, Matthew Gillies, Rogers Mato.

Fagan-Walcott starts after European squad call-up

Hearts added Fagan-Walcott to their European squad after a fresh muscle injury prevented Ageu from taking the available place, as detailed in STV Sport’s report.

Vrancken explained that the defender’s inclusion also gave him the option of using McEntee in midfield.

Our Hearts predicted lineup and team-news preview outlined those selection decisions before the confirmed team was announced.

Kick-off is 8pm UK time on Thursday 15 October. Hearts have confirmed that tickets are sold out, with matchday arrangements available in the club’s official supporter information.

The match is live on TNT Sports 4, with streaming through HBO Max with TNT Sports. Our Hearts vs Nordsjaelland viewing guide explains the broadcast options.