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Robbie Neilson issues emotional Hearts rallying cry as looks to ultimate Marius Zaliukas tribute

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Robbie Neilson is determined to go one better and lift the trophy for his former teammate.Zaliukas was the last Tynecastle skipper to hoist the cup above his head after their 5-1 demolition job on city rivals Hibs back in 2012.The Jambos again took on their neighbours at the national stadium in this year’s semi-final, during which the sad news emerged that the Lithuanian had lost his battle with motor neurone disease and died at just 36.The following days saw an outpouring of tributes to the former defender, who made the most appearances for the Gorgie outfit of any foreign player in Hearts’ history.Fans flocked to the stadium to leave scarves, strips, flags and flowers outside the main stand to create a makeshift memorial to their former.

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