Stenhousemuir is a Scottish football club currently competing in the lower leagues, noted for its Cup quarter-final tie against Hearts. The club bases itself in Stenhousemuir, Falkirk council area, and has a history of developing local talent and competing in national cup competitions.
Hearts are unbeaten in eight, and travel to Ochilview to play Stenny in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final. Manager Vrancken stresses no excuses as the team confronts an unfamiliar surface and a credible underdog. Stenhousemuir lead the Championship and seek a first major semi-final, with Bartley insisting on clarity and structure.