// Hearts

Ground: Tynecastle

Capacity: 18,000

Average Attendance 08/09: 14,400

Address: 1 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh EH11 2NL

Local Clubs:

Hearts are one of two clubs to play in Scotland’s capital attracting in excess of 400,000 fans a season to Tynecastle, their home since 1886. The club regularly compete with the Old Firm of Celtic and Rangers; consistently qualifying for European competitions. Due to the paucity of strong teams in Scotland, Hearts are regularly featured on TV meaning in stadium sponsors are able to communicate with millions of viewers at every home game. The club’s Lithuanian connections are exemplified by their owner Vladimir Romanov and their shirt sponsors Ukio Bankas.