What happened. Hearts came from behind to lead 2-1 through Josh McPake and a stunning James Wilson strike, but Rapid Vienna's Nikolaus Wurmbrand equalised late to leave the tie level.

Hearts trailed at half-time to Serge-Philippe Raux-Yao's goal.
Wilson's 30-yard goal is described as one for Hearts folklore.
Second leg is in Vienna next Wednesday.

Hearts must avoid defeat in Vienna to progress, after already exiting two European competitions this season.

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