Playing against Hearts in tears, club get prize (5)
I believe the answer is:
value
'prize' is the definition.
(synonyms)
I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for value that I've seen before include "Precise meaning" , "Esteem" , "Hold dear, regard highly" , "Hold in high regard" , "Cost" .)