Hearts Coach Steven Naismith Encourages Players to Achieve More This Season

Hearts' Ambitious Vision for the Upcoming Season

Hearts head coach Steven Naismith has expressed his belief that the team can "achieve more" in the upcoming season, embracing the challenges ahead. Coming off a strong performance where they finished third in the Scottish Premiership, 12 points ahead of their closest rivals, the Jambos are eager to build on their success and tackle new competitions.

The New Season Ahead

Starting their new Scottish Premiership campaign on August 3, live on Sky Sports, Hearts are well-prepared with significant changes to their roster. Naismith has bolstered his squad with the addition of nine new players, including promising talents like Yan Dhanda and Blair Spittal.

Retaining Key Players

Importantly, the team has managed to retain striker Lawrence Shankland, a key player whose performance will be pivotal as they dive into the season.

Meeting New Challenges

Naismith acknowledges that the path ahead will be more challenging, particularly with the demands of European group stage football. He said, "The challenge for us this season is much tougher because we've got European group stage football which carries more games, and the competition will be greater from our opponents as everyone improves."

Improving on Last Season

While the outside perception may suggest that securing another third place finish and European football is enough, Naismith has a broader vision. "What can we improve on from last season? We've achieved a lot, but the focus is not just on what we've done but how we can elevate our performance moving forward."

Broadcasting the Excitement

Fans can catch the excitement of the Scottish Premiership and Scottish Women's Premier League through various Sky Sports platforms:

• Sky Sports Channels: Up to 60 Scottish Premiership games will be broadcast across Sky Sports' flagship channels from 2024/25.
• Sky Sports News: Available round the clock, it provides in-depth coverage of Scottish football.
• SkySports.com: For comprehensive features, live match updates, and post-match highlights.
• Social Media: Follow @ScotlandSky for dedicated Scottish football content.

Streaming Options

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Conclusion

With a renewed squad and ambitious goals, Hearts are primed to take on the new season. Their focus on improvement and competitiveness sets a thrilling stage for both the team and its supporters.