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Hearts' Title Bid Hangs in Balance Amid Rising Pressure

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Hearts head coach Derek McInnes urged his squad to embrace the pressure of chasing the Scottish Premiership title after a narrow escape in the top-two battle. Despite a 1-0 loss to Rangers on Sunday, Hearts remain two points ahead of Kilmarnock, with Celtic trailing by three points after playing one fewer game. With 11 matches remaining, McInnes emphasized maintaining focus: "We just need to try and up the ante a wee bit if we can and get a better performance." The team’s unbeaten home record at Tynecastle—where they’ll host four of their next six games—gives them confidence, though challenges like Falkirk loom large. Falkirk, who defeated Hearts in a Scottish Cup replay, will test their resolve in Saturday’s match.