In a dramatic Scottish Premiership clash, St Mirren defeated Hearts 1-0 at the SMiSA Stadium. Miguel Freckleton scored a late header in the 88th minute, inflicting a heavy blow on Hearts' title aspirations. The visitors played with ten men for over an hour after Craig Halkett's first-half red card. This win boosts St Mirren's survival hopes.

Hearts, despite leading the league, now face pressure from rivals Celtic and Rangers. The team's advantage at the top is only six points. St Mirren's victory, their first league win in eight matches, sees them move up the table. Hearts' manager Derek McInnes acknowledged the difficulty of playing with a man down, highlighting the need to avoid such situations.

The match was filled with drama, including a disallowed goal for St Mirren and a penalty decision overturned by VAR. Hearts' defeat means the title race is now wide open. The team's upcoming match against Hibernian next week and a crucial clash against Rangers will be key.

Stephen Robinson, St Mirren's manager, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance, emphasizing that they are "turning a corner." The team's recent form, including the win against the league leaders, bodes well for their season. The result has major implications for the Scottish Premiership standings.