Fans are back at Tynecastle for the first time since the spring of 2020 and boy, does it feel good.
Exactly 16 months ago football was shelved in Scotland as a result of the Covid pandemic and finally things are looking promising as 2,000 supporters pile through the Gorgie gates.
Waiting in opposition in the Premier Sports Cup tonight are ambitious Cove Rangers who would love to go one better than last season and earn promotion to the Championship.
As far as lower league sides are concerned they're one to look out for and with Paul Hartley at the helm they've got a solid manager.
But Robbie Neilson's men should have more than enough to dispatch the Aberdeen outfit at home – particularly as players like Armand Gnanduillet, Josh Ginnelly and others finally get used to a Tynecastle crowd.
Here's everything you need to know.
When is kick-off?
It's a Tuesday night under the lights in Gorgie – kick-off is 7.45pm.
Who is the referee?
Colin Steven is in charge of proceedings tonight. He's assisted by David McGeachie and Graham McNeillie.
He took charge of three Hearts games in the Championship last season, two of which ended in draws.
Is it on TV?
Yes. The competition is live exclusively on title sponsor Premier Sports and this is one of two group stage Hearts games picked for TV.
Can it be live streamed?
Yes. Subscribers can stream the match to their device using the Premier Player.
An app-only subscription is available for a cheaper price.
You can also follow all the action on our live blog.
Prediction
No slip-ups here in front of an expectant Tynecastle crowd.
The Jambos will get off to a roaring start and finish comfortable winners.
Prediction: Hearts 4 Cove Rangers 1
