First Edinburgh derby: Hearts vs Hibernian (1875)

The first Edinburgh derby occurred on 25 December 1875 at East Meadows in Edinburgh. Heart of Midlothian defeated Hibernian 1–0 in what was the first match ever contested by Hibs. The clubs, founded in 1874 and 1875 respectively, established a rivalry that continues today.

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Background and detail

Background. Heart of Midlothian, formed in 1874, is the oldest football club in Edinburgh. Hibernian was founded in 1875 by members of Edinburgh's Irish community. Both clubs are based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The rivalry between these two clubs is one of the oldest in world football, with the first match occurring in 1875.

Match Details. The first match between the clubs was played on Christmas Day 1875 at East Meadows. Heart of Midlothian won 1–0. This was the first match ever contested by Hibernian. The venue was the Meadows, specifically East Meadows, where Hearts played their matches in 1875.

Rivalry Origin. The Edinburgh derby between Hearts and Hibernian is one of the oldest rivalries in world football, originating with the first match between the clubs in 1875. The two clubs have since become distinguished in Edinburgh through their long-standing competition.

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