REF’s picks

Heart of Midlothian return to Tynecastle with strong momentum and clear home advantage against a struggling St Mirren side. The visitors arrive severely depleted by injuries across multiple positions, making it exceptionally difficult to contain a sharp Hearts attack spearheaded by Lawrence Shankland.

1. 1Hearts sit comfortably in third place with solid home form, while St Mirren have lost three of their last four league outings.
2. 2The visitors are missing several key regulars including Keanu Baccus, Mark O'Hara, and Jonah Ayunga, severely limiting their depth.
3. 3Hearts have occasional defensive lapses, as seen in their recent draw against Kilmarnock, which could allow St Mirren a route into the match.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.