[6] On return to Scotland the club travelled to Hamilton Academical[7] and East Fife,[8] before hosting Manchester City in a glamour friendly at Tynecastle to celebrate the centenary of the main stand.

[9] The remainder of the pre-season fixtures were spent on the road, with games against Dundee,[10] a Testimonial for Steven Anderson at St Johnstone[11] and lastly against Cowdenbeath.

[12] Hearts entered the Challenge cup for the first time in their history[25] and were placed in the south section of the draw.

[26] The draw took place on 2 July 2014[27] and the club were drawn against Scottish League Two side Annan Athletic.

[29] The draw was held on 6 August 2014 and the club were drawn away from home against Scottish League One side Stenhousemuir.

“Having consulted the supporters about a commemorative crest, we believe the unique badge for the new season is another fitting tribute to the team of 1914–15 and we would like to take this opportunity to thank the SPFL and the Scottish FA for granting their approval of this change.

[59] The following Hearts players were also included in the Scottish Championship PFA Scotland Team of the Year, Neil Alexander, Alim Öztürk, Danny Wilson, Morgaro Gomis, Jamie Walker and Osman Sow.