Hearts face historic task after 6-1 first-leg collapse in Lisbon

Hearts lost 6-1 to Benfica in Lisbon on 6 August, their Europa League play-off first leg. Head coach Wouter Vrancken lamented a first-half collapse. No Scottish side has ever overturned a five-goal deficit in Europe. Hearts need five clear goals at Tynecastle to advance — a feat no Scottish club has achieved. Some away supporters found encouragement in spells of composed possession.