1879–80 Heart of Midlothian F.C. season explained

Club:	Heart of Midlothian
Season:	1879–80
Cup1 Result:	3rd round
Prevseason:	1878–79
Nextseason:	1880–81

Season 1879–80 was the fifth season in which Heart of Midlothian competed at a Scottish national level, entering the Scottish Cup for the fifth time.

Overview

Hearts reached the third round of the Scottish Cup losing to Edinburgh derby rivals Hibs in the third rounds, in a match played at Mayfield Park, in the Mayfield area of Edinburgh.^[1] It was the third attempt at staging the match.^{[2] [3]}

Results

Scottish Cup

See main article: 1879–80 Scottish Cup.

• Game had to be replayed due to power failure.

Edinburgh FA Cup

See main article: East of Scotland Shield.

See also

• List of Heart of Midlothian F.C. seasons

References

• Statistical record 1879–80

External links

• Official club website

Notes and References

1. Web site: Sat 15 November 1879 . London Hearts Supporters' Club. 15 March 2011.
2. Web site: Sat 1 November 1879 . 24 June 2011.
3. Web site: Sat 8 November 1879 . 24 June 2011.