Hibernian hold off late Hearts fightback to win thrilling Edinburgh derby

The hosts were three up early in the second period. 
Hibernian hold off late Hearts fightback to win thrilling Edinburgh derby

SUNSHINE ON LEITH: Ireland's Jamie McGrath was on the mark for Hibernian. Pic: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

Raphael Sallinger made two crucial stoppage-time saves as Hibernian held off a late fightback from Hearts to defeat the William Hill Premiership leaders 3-2 in Saturday's Edinburgh derby at Easter Road.

Hibs were three up and seemingly coasting early in the second half after Kieron Bowie added to first-half goals from Jamie McGrath and substitute Josh Campbell.

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