The 4-0 win at St Johnstone in Steven Anderson's testimonial match not only served as a boost for the Hearts but it also warmed the team, up for their Scottish Championship against Rangers next weekend.

Osman Sow and Jason Holt scored the goals during the first-half, with Gary Oliver brace. This verified that home manager Tommy Wright was efficient in a different line-up he has come up with looming in the second leg of their Europa League qualifier against Spartak Trnava.

Scottish international David Clarkson and former Falkirk midfielder Mark Millar was also included in Wright's side. Both players are free agents and have been recently released by Bristol Rovers and Dundee United.

Sow showed a remarkable good composure before he executed a powerful finish and three minutes later Holt curled his shot into the bottom corner from 18 yards.

The Championship side continued to enjoy the exchanges and Jordan McGhee set up Oliver to volley home the third goal before the hour despite the half-time changes.

A defensive mix-up afforded Oliver the opportunity to burst clear and round off the scoring leaving the stage clear for Anderson to thank all the fans for their support - and praise Hearts who, he said, 'gave us a hiding today'.

Anderson begain his career with Dundee United and has spent 10 years in Pert. He has made over 230 appearances for the club and helping them to the Scottish Cup victory last season. The athlete scored the opening goal in the 2-0 final win over Dundee United and was dubbed as the man of the match.