Kilmarnock boss Neil McCann expressed his delight at his side’s improved home form, following their deserved 1-0 victory over league leaders Hearts at BSSP Rugby Park.
“There’s a lot to like. I’m so proud of the players. We’ve had two weeks to dwell on the Falkirk result.
“The message was to play with risk and bravery, but that we would have to match Hearts.
“We knew they would throw balls in the box and be physical, but to a man, we were outstanding and thoroughly deserved the three points.
“We did all the stuff off the ball so well. Derek [McInnes] is a first-class manager, and we had to adjust our tactics to respect how Hearts would play.
“We had everything tonight and could have scored more as well. We tried to stay composed, they stuck their chests out and deserve their victory.
“The bar was set when we came in – what we expect as a coaching team. What we’re doing at home is so pleasing. I want it to become a fortress.”
The victory moves the Ayrshire side level on points with St Mirren, ahead of a crucial few weeks before the Scottish Premiership split.
Victories over Aberdeen, St Mirren, and now Hearts at home have fuelled optimism for a rejuvenated Killie support. McCann and assistant Billy Dodds deserve heaps of credit for the side’s steady improvement.
