SLUMP IN THE ROAD

Jambos 5/1 outsiders for top-of-table clash after letting huge lead slip away

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HEARTS were in full Bloom a few weeks ago as they dreamed of breaking the Old Firm's Scottish football stranglehold.

But the data revolution triggered by Tony’s £10million investment may have to wait a while before storming the gates of the palace with the Jambos starting to misfire.

They held an eight-point lead over Celtic after beating the champions 3-1 at Tynecastle just before Halloween but only goal difference is now keeping them above the Hoops at the summit.

Derek McInnes' men have claimed just one win in their last six outings and that slump has come at a bad time with a trip to Parkhead up next tomorrow afternoon.

A win for Celtic would move the Parkhead side three points clear with a game in hand so it’s a huge day for both clubs.

Martin O'Neill has changed the mood music at Parkhead by winning all six of his domestic games as interim manager but Wilfried Nancy has now taken the reins.