From Hearts News in Il Ciocco, Tuscany.

There were some friendly faces to greet Hearts boss Jim Jefferies at today's training session at Il Ciocco.

Stuart Cossar and his two sons are holidaying in the area and took the opportunity to pop along to the Jambos' training camp in Tuscany.

Stuart is actually one of the founding members of the Dumfries Hearts Supporters Club and was delighted his family break co-incided with the Edinburgh club's stay in northern Italy - and they'll be back tonight to watch JJ's outfit take on a local select team.

"When I heard Hearts were training at Il Ciocco, it was too good an opportunity to miss," said Stuart.

"It was great to see the players train and I have to say I was impressed at how hard they were working and how much they put into the session, especially with it being so hot.

"We'll be back for the game and fingers crossed for a good result."

On Hearts.TV today watch a full week's worth of interviews and features plus post-match tonight we'll have reaction from Jim Jefferies - and after midnight match highlights from the game against the Barga XI!

Don't forget we're blogging live from Italy - check out our LIVE Blog: Hearts in Italia every day!