McInnes success 'no surprise' to Jankauskas
Former Hearts striker Edgaras Jankauskas has praised "wise" head coach Derek McInnes and is willing the squad to complete a stunning title triumph. Jankauskas, now the Lithuania national team boss, was part of the Hearts team of 2006 who topped the table after starteing the campaign with an eight-game winning run before going on to finish second, 17 points behind Celtic. The 51-year-old is optimistic about Hearts' chances at Celtic Park on Saturday where the visitors will be crowned champions should they avoid defeat.
"I know that it's in their hands," Jankauskas told BBC World Service. "So, no matter the opponents left to play, when you are a leading dog it's in your hands. "I wish and I hope that they are not going to slip up and we'll finish first.
" Much of Hearts' success this season can be attributed to head coach McInnes, who was appointed last summer. And Jankauskas isn't surprised by the 54-year-old's success. "He's done a terrific job," he added.
"He's composed, he's a very wise man. You can see the calmness after games and even after defeats. "Of course, when you win more, it's easier to have that positive posture.
But I judge or rate people on how they behave after unsuccessful spells. "He's very constructive, logical thinking. So it's no surprise that he had success with this team.