Hearts manager Robbie Neilson has praised the team's supporters following their 3-0 win away to Queen of the South in the Scottish Championship.

More than 3,000 Jambos fans watched their side extend their unbeaten run in the league, and Neilson believes that the club's spirit is "magnificent" at present.

"The second goal was huge. I thought Prince [Buaben] and Morgaro [Gomis] were great for us. Once you get two goals it's a different game - you can sit in," BBC Sport quotes him as saying.

"We move on and we prepare for Alloa. For the players to run out and have 3,500 Hearts fans is great. It shows the spirit of the club. It's magnificent. We hope to keep this run going as long as we can."

The result leaves Hearts six points ahead of second-placed Rangers at the top of the table.