Thun boss pinpoints Hearts danger men as he expects 'Scottish blood' on show in Conference League clash

Thun coach Privitelli has identified Hearts wingers Josh McPake and striker Claudio Braga as key threats ahead of tomorrow's Conference League clash at home.

FC, former Thun manager Gian-Luca Privitelli has done his homework on Hearts ahead of their Conference League meeting at the Visana Stadium tomorrow evening. The Swiss champions have identified Hearts' attacking threat as their main concern, with Privitelli singling out striker Claudio Braga and winger Josh McPake as the players his defence must contain. Hearts will be without winger Calvin Miller through injury, with Sabah Kerjota expected to deputise.

Privitelli praised Hearts' modern style and intensity, saying: "They really show their Scottish blood, so it's going to be a challenge." He confirmed his team has studied Hearts' recent matches against Hibernian, Rangers and Trabzonspor. Thun have their own injury concerns with Fabio Saiz, Genis Montolio and Mats Seiler sidelined, and a doubt over Louis Passavant.

Thun captain Marko Burki acknowledged Hearts' quality but insisted his side are targeting three points. The defender is keen to improve Thun's recent clean sheet record, having conceded regularly in recent games. More than 1,000 Hearts fans will travel to Switzerland for the fixture.