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“You’re judged on scoring goals” – Bowie after Hibernian 2-0 Dundee

After scoring his 4th league goal of the season against Dundee, Kieron Bowie referenced the “added incentive” of joining Steve Clarke’s Scotland World Cup squad. Speaking with the media after Hibernian’s 2-0 win over Dundee, Bowie referenced the importance of getting back to “basics” after a brief stint out of David Gray’s starting eleven: “When we played Livingston, I came out of the team, and he was just sort of reinforcing that it wasn’t performance-based. It was just a freshening up. “Since then, I’ve been back in the team, just trying to do the basics again, really like the start of the season, just trying to get back into that groove of things and being confident myself and taking shots more than I’m passing it, and thankfully, it paid off today.” The Hibs’ number 9 opened the scoring against Dundee. After taking a clever touch, he drilled a low strike past the helpless Jon McCracken on the half-hour mark. “Early on I felt like I couldn’t score. I missed from a yard out, which was almost impossible, but it happened, and it’s just about bouncing back after that. Just sort of got to laugh it off. “You’re judged on scoring goals, but the gaffer has obviously said that I’m doing everything that he wants me to do, and that’s obviously on my mind; that’s a positive. I want to keep scoring as many goals as I can, and hopefully I can continue to keep doing that” Bowie, like the entire nation, had watched Scotland’s monumental victory over Denmark to qualify for the World Cup next year. The young striker was upbeat despite missing out on the squad. “He (Steve Clarke) phoned me the night before just to let me know, so there wasn’t a surprise which was good. I’ve just got to get on with it and keep doing what I’m doing for the next one, so I can be in it, obviously, to watch the game. It was amazing for everybody. But yeah, you want to be there, like I said, and hopefully I can be in the next one.” It was unbelievable to watch it. Obviously, you want to be there to experience it. But unfortunately, that has not happened this time. It’s just an added incentive, we’ve got an amazing squad, good forwards, and it’ll be tough to get back in there, but I just need to keep doing here, and hopefully it’s just an added bonus.” Hibernian return to Scottish Premiership action on Tuesday evening against Motherwell at Fir Park, before hosting Celtic next Sunday.

November 24, 2025

Hibernian 2-0 Dundee: Hibees Record Routine Victory over tame Dundee

Hibernian 2-0 Dundee Bowie (4′) McGrath (59′) Hibs consolidated third place in the Scottish Premiership, scoring a goal in each half to down Dundee in the capital. The home side had the first opening in the 4th minute. Martin Boyle cushioned an inswinging Nicky Cadden cross into the path of Kieron Bowie, but the striker couldn’t connect from close range. Hibs almost walked the ball into the net on the 10-minute mark. McGrath collected Boyle’s cute pass in the 6-yard box, but the Irishman’s shot lacked power, and John McCracken collected it easily. Bowie headed over Mulligan’s cross from close range in the 17th minute as David Gray’s side continued to press. The big striker had started the season with such confidence, including a 40-yard screamer against Partizan Belgrade, but would have been extremely disappointed with this effort Steven Pressley’s side have won just one of their last six league matches, and struggled to create opportunities. Yan Dhanda’s corner kick dropped to Simon Murray in the 23rd minute, but the Dundee captain’s side-footed effort was easily cleared by the Hibs defence. Gray’s side chipped away at the visiting defence. Daniel Barlaser connected sweetly on the edge of the box, but his shot was tipped wide by McCracken. The strikeforce of Boyle and Bowie combined on Dundee’s left moments later, the latter laid off to the onrushing Mulligan, who registered another tame shot on goal. Their dominance paid off on the half-hour mark, thanks to Bowie. Cadden’s low cross was collected by the striker, after shifting the ball to his left foot, he drilled a low strike under McCracken. The goal warranted the home side’s play and was Bowie’s fourth league goal of the season. Their attacking talent continued to grow as the half drew to a close. Chris Cadden’s reverse pass was driven towards goal by the electric Boyle, but his strike could only find the sidenetting. Dundee spent the remainder of the half pinned in their 18-yard box, surviving wave after wave of Hibs attacks. Tony Yogane burst into life moments into the second half. After beating Rocky Bushiri, he cut across the face of the defender and went down in the box. Despite the collision, Steven McLean quickly waved off the Dundee penalty shouts. Hibs wrestled back control of the game. Cadden’s lofted cross was inches away from connecting with Boyle’s head as they searched for a second. Bowie laid off McGrath on the edge of the box after a slack Dundee pass. The midfielder bent a right-footed strike from 25 yards, which ricocheted off the crossbar. The second goal arrived on the hour mark. Mulligan’s powerful run allowed Bowie to cushion a pass into the path of the onrushing McGrath, who drilled home from 8 yards with his right foot. Dundee produced their best chance in the 64th minute. Cameron Congreve’s marauding run and cross from the right was volleyed towards goal by Yogane. But Raphael Sallinger produced a brilliant save, racing across his line to parry away. Hibs raced forward from the resultant turnover. McGrath produced brilliant skill, beating several navy jerseys with quick feet, but the desperate Dees’ defence blocked his shot. The visitors looked destined to pull a goal back with ten minutes remaining. Congreve’s tantalising, inswinging freekick was headed towards goal by Clark Robertson at the backpost, but Sallinger was again on hand to produce a stunning close-range save, and maintain the clean sheet. Despite their chances, the visitors were unable to register a goal and remain in the bottom two of the Scottish Premiership. Hibs remain in third, and victory confirmed their second home win of the season. Hibernian: Sallinger 9 Bushiri 7 Hanley 7 Iredale 7 C Cadden 7 Barlaser 8 Mulligan 9 McGrath 9 N Cadden 8 Boyle 7 Bowie 7 Substitutes: Klidje 6 Obita 6 Levitt 6 Youan 6 Megwa 5 Dundee: McCracken 5 Wright 5 C Robertson 5 Graham 5 Samuels 4 Digby 5 Hamilton 5 Congreve 6 Dhanda 6 Yogane 6 Murray 5 Substitutes: Astley 5 Jones 5 Reilly 5 Attendance: 17,714

November 22, 2025

Hibernian 0-1 Rangers: Late Penalty Save Pushes Rohl’s Rangers to Third

Hibernian 0-1 Rangers Danilo (5′) Danilo’s first half strike secured back-to-back victories for Rangers, as they recorded their first away league clean sheet in 25 games. The home side threatened in the third minute, Nicky Cadden was released into acres of space on the left of the Rangers box, but Jack Butland blocked the fullback’s low strike. The visitors raced into the lead moments later. Danilo gathered a Youssef Chermiti square pass on the edge of the box and drilled a left-footed shot past the outstretched Raphael Sallinger. Sallinger had to react swiftly in the 8th minute, tipping Mikey Moore’s bouncing strike behind for a corner as the visitors searched for a second. Jayden Meghoma had enjoyed a positive opening 20 minutes; lots of Rangers’ good play came down his left side. Miguel Chaiwa replaced Chris Cadden, who was booked, and had faced a torrid time defending Meghoma’s attacking threat. Hibs almost responded on the half-hour mark. Grant Hanley rose from a corner and headed down towards the near post, but Jack Butland reacted quickly to tip it away. The home side is unbeaten in 16 home league games, but struggled to create clear-cut chances in the opening period. John Beaton blew his whistle to bring an even first half to a halt, but it was Danny Rohl’s side who had come up with the crucial moment so far at Easter Road. Hibs looked for an immediate equaliser in the second half. Chaiwa worked his way to the byline, flashing a low cross which Thibault Klidje couldn’t force home. The second half had lacked chances, and Gray rolled the dice with a triple substitution, including the introduction of Martin Boyle, who has eight goals against Rangers. Hibs were awarded a penalty in the 85th minute. Connor Barron collided with Junior Hoilett in the box after James Tavernier’s slip. But Butland got down low to his right with a strong hand to divert Jamie McGrath’s penalty, and maintain the visitors’ slender advantage. The second half had lacked clear chances, but the save felt like a massive moment for the Ibrox side. Hibs threatened again in injury time. Chaiwa delivered a whipped cross from the right, and substitute Josh Campbell powered a header inches wide. The win was Rangers’ first clean sheet in 25 away league matches. The win lifts Rohl’s side into third place; they face Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final on Sunday afternoon. Defeat Hibs breaks their run of two straight league wins; they travel to Livingston on Saturday afternoon. Hibernian: Sallinger 6 Bushiri 6 Hanley 6 Iredale 6 C Cadden 5 Mulligan 6 Barlaser 6 N Cadden 6 McGrath 6 Klidje 5 Bowie 5 Substitutes: Chaiwa 6 Hoilett 6 Boyle 6 Youan 6 Rangers: Butland 7 Djiga 6 Souttar 6 Cornelius 6 Aarons 6 Meghoma 7 Raskin 6 Barron 7 Moore 6 Danilo 7 Chermiti 6 Substitutes: Tavernier 6 Gassama 6 Aasgaard 6

October 29, 2025

Hibs Gearing up for “Tough Test” against Aberdeen – David Gray

Hibs travel to Pittodrie on Sunday, looking to build on their dominant 4-0 victory over Livingston, which David Gray says was “almost a complete performance.” Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Gray said, “I think it’s been coming, because I do think the level of performance has been good. “And it is now about building on that. I think I said that going into the international break, having to use it as a bit of a reset and making sure that there are no excuses.” “Now we need to move forward. We need to make sure that we start putting wins on the board. So it was really good to start with three points at home, and then now it’s all geared up towards a real tough test on Sunday,” Gray referenced that Aberdeen will pose a “difficult” test after picking up their second straight league victory against St Mirren last weekend. “They’ve developed a really strong squad, a lot of quality in the team, starting to click a little bit now as well.” “They’ll take a lot of confidence from the result and performance. Winning at St Mirren, a really difficult place to go and win.” “And then these are the games (Aberdeen face AEK Athens in the Conference League on Thursday). The rewards for winning the Cup last season give them the opportunity to play in Europe. We’ve experienced that this year.” “It will be a difficult game, but as I’ve demonstrated and we’ve already demonstrated at times this season, we know we’re a good side, take the confidence from the weekend and go up there and try and come back with three points.” “It’s about making sure that we’ve got a game plan ready to deal with that, knowing what we’re going to expect, or at least preparing the players as best you can. But we’re going there to try and win the game, that’s for sure.” Gray referenced the emphatic 4-0 win over Livingston, mentioned Chris Cadden’s involvement in the final two goals “every player’s confidence levels go up when you score goals.” “I think even just Chris Cadden, know, his delivery at the weekend was fantastic. He’s worked really hard on training, doing extra training to make sure the quality is always there, and he’s always had it, just to make sure that comes out. And I think he gets his rewards for that the weekend” Victory for Hibs would help them consolidate third place in the Scottish Premiership, and may help bridge the gap to Hearts and Celtic, depending on their result at Tynecastle

October 22, 2025

Hibernian 4-0 Livingston: Gray’s Men Banish Derby Demons with Dominant Victory

Hibernian 4 – 0 Livingston Klidje (9′) McGrath (52′ pen) Hoilett (79′, 89′) A Thibault Klidje-inspired Hibs recorded their first home league win of the season against Livingston. Livingston won the first corner of the game, but it was Hibs who produced the first chance of the match. Kieron Bowie found Nicky Cadden in space on the left of the box, but the wingback blazed over. A stray pass allowed Josh Mulligan to unleash a deflected shot moments later, as Hibs continued their search for an opener. Klidje gave Hibs a deserved lead in the 10th minute. A smart touch allowed the attacker to race into the box from Daniel Barlaser’s pass. The record signing fired a right-footed strike into the roof of Jerome Prior’s net for a prolific finish. Klidje showcased electric pace in the 13th minute, rampaging onto a loose ball, but his shot lacked power as Prior easily gathered. Hibs boss David Gray had urged his side to deliver a “reaction” after the devastating Edinburgh derby defeat two weeks ago, and would have been pleased with his side’s intent on their return to Easter Road. The home side almost doubled their lead in the 20th minute. Warren O’Hora kept a corner alive at the back post, but Grant Hanley could not bundle home in the six-yard box. The visitors were forced into an early change moments later, as Blaney walked off to be replaced by Andy Winter. Stevie May led the line with some clever touches, helping his side gain territory on several occasions. Still, it was proving to be a difficult opening period for Davie Martindale’s team. Bowie threatened to add his fourth league goal of the season in the 23rd minute, connecting in the box with a right-footed volley which whistled past the post. Klidje continued to cause terror for the Livingston backline. Captain for the day, Danny Wilson misjudged a looping ball in the 34th minute, but the Togolese striker dragged wide from the acute angle. He dispossessed the Livingston defence again in the 38th minute, playing an incisive ball for Cadden in the box. Once more, the wing-back lacked the necessary composure and blazed over Prior’s goal. Connor McLennan had a chance to bring Livingston level after a corner kick routine, but his strike went high into the Famous Five Stand from May’s cutback. Despite holding a halftime lead, Gray would be keen for his side to add to their lead, with Hibs already losing four points from winning positions this season. Jamie McGrath has enjoyed a positive start to his Hibs career since a summer move from Aberdeen. His chest and volley from the edge of the box had to be tipped over by Prior. McGrath was involved again moments later, playing a reversed ball to Barlaser, whose left-footed strike was palmed away. Klidje was dragged down in the Livingston box in the 50th minute, as Hibs were awarded a penalty. McGrath made no mistake, rolling past Prior for a deserved second goal. May cleared Grant Hanley’s towering header off the line in the 53rd minute, as the home side continued to threaten. The Hibees have drawn five of their opening seven league matches, but looked set to record a league victory for the first time since August 2nd. There was a bite about the home side, regularly dispossessing a ragged Livingston side for much of the 90 minutes. Despite the dominance, an uncomfortable moment occurred in the 63rd minute, as a rare Livingston corner dropped in the six-yard box. Thankfully, for the home support, the ball was swiftly cleared. Robbie Muirhead produced a terrific 35-yard strike as the visitors looked to respond. Raphael Sallinger had to be alert to push the ball away. Junior Hoilett headed home in the 79th minute and sidefooted a fourth Hibs goal ten minutes later to banish any thought of a Livingston comeback. It had been a comfortable afternoon for the Leith side, who moved into 3rd place in the Scottish Premiership. They travel to Pittodrie next Sunday to face Aberdeen, whilst Livingston will look to bounce back against Motherwell the day before. Hibernian: Sallinger 7 O’Hora 7 Hanley 7 Iredale 7 C Cadden 7 Mulligan 7 Barlaser 7 McGrath 8 N Cadden 7 Bowie 7 Klidje 8 Substitutes: Boyle 7 Hoilett 7 Chaiwa 6 Campbell 5 Livingston: Prior 6 Finlayson 6 Sylla 6 Wilson 5 Blaney 5 Montgomery 6 Pittman 6 Susoho 6 McLennan 6 May 6 Bokila 5 Substitutes: Winter 6 Muirhead 5 Tait 5 Montano 5 Shinnie 5

October 18, 2025

Hibernian v Livingston Match Preview

Hibernian host Livingston at Easter Road on Saturday afternoon in the Scottish Premiership. Recent Form The Easter Road side will be fully focused on bouncing back from a frustrating 1-0 defeat to city rivals Hearts at Tynecastle before the international break. Craig Halkett’s stoppage-time winner meant Hibs tasted defeat for the first time this campaign. Before that, they had drawn their previous five games. A slow start to domestic proceedings has left the Leith outfit sitting seventh in the Premiership table, with eight points from seven matches. David Gray’s men have endured a difficult opening to their league run, with their only victory of the season so far coming on the opening day — a 2-1 win away to Dundee at Dens Park. On their return to the top flight, Livingston sit ninth in the Premiership, having picked up six points from eight matches. The West Lothian side have played a game more than their opponents this afternoon — registering one win, drawing three and losing four in their eight league encounters. Livingston have found themselves on the wrong end of stoppage-time defeats against Hearts, Dundee and Rangers this season. Before the international break, Livingston earned a 1-1 draw against Jim Goodwin’s Dundee United at Tannadice. Scott Pittman fired the visitors ahead in the first half before Dundee United centre-back Krisztián Keresztes levelled matters in the second. Previous Meetings The two sides also met in the Premier Sports Cup round of 16 back in August at the Home of the Set Fare Arena. Hibs ran out convincing 2-0 winners on the day, courtesy of goals from Thibault Klidjé and Josh Mulligan. Team News David Gray is expected to have a fully fit squad, except midfielders Alasana Manneh and Joe Newell. Miguel Chaiwa and Elie Youan will return from their respective injuries. Joe Newell is edging closer to a return following a long-term layoff; however, this game will come too soon for the 32-year-old. Livingston are hopeful of registering Curaçao international Joshua Brenet in time for this one. The full-back joined the club as a free agent. Meanwhile, Cristian Montano, Cammy Kerr and Aidan Denholm are all close to returning to action.

October 18, 2025

Gray “Looking for Reaction” as Hibs Face Livingston

After a last-minute derby defeat two weeks ago, David Gray has urged his side to “hit the ground running” after the latest international break. Speaking on Hibernian’s YouTube Channel, Gray admits that the break was “a bit of a reset” and acknowledges that Saturday’s opponents will be a test for his squad. “The way Davie’s set his team up this season, they’re playing a lot of good stuff, they’re going to be difficult to beat as they always are, but we need to focus on what we can do:” “I’m looking for a reaction clearly, because of what happened in the last game, the amount of time we’ve had to wait to get back on the pitch, but as I’ve said, it’s probably come at a good time from that point of view.” Gray confirmed that Alasana Manneh is the only player out injured, acknowledging that he has “a lot of players to pick from”. Hibs fans will be encouraged by the progress of Joe Newell, the injured club captain hasn’t played since December 2024, but continues to show positive signs. “Joe Newell trained again for the last week, a little bit stop-start with the birth of his son, which is brilliant for him and his family, but again really pleasing to see him back in amongst the group” “he’s still got a lot of work to do because he’s been out for such a long time.” Hibernian sit 7th in the Scottish Premiership, drawing five of their opening seven league matches. Gray’s side will be eager to attain their first home victory of the season, banishing the derby disappointment.

October 17, 2025

Heroic Halkett Delivers Derby Delight for Hearts

Hearts 1-0 Hibernian Halkett (90+1′) A late Craig Halkett strike saw Derek McInnes’ Hearts move five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. The team emerged into a red-hot Tynecastle atmosphere. Harry Milne’s early free-kick deflected behind off Halkett in the game’s first opening. Hibs responded with their own free-kick shortly after, an inswinging ball dropped to Boyle at the back post, whose shot was blocked Meaty challenges were aplenty in a feisty first half. Claudio Braga was given a warm welcome to his first derby after colliding with Jordan Obita. The visitors were structured in defence and settled into the raucous environment. They recycled a free kick in the 15th minute, which eventually found its way to Obita, whose deflected volley arrowed wide. Alexandros Kyziridis’ screamer helped the Jambos on their way to a 3-0 victory over Falkirk last Saturday. He attempted a similar effort in the 22nd minute, which drifted inches over. The Greek winger delivered a teasing set piece minutes later, which bounced in the 6-yard box, but had no takers in maroon. Alexander Schwolow played in several hotly contested derbies during his Union Berlin days and was alert to collect the ball as Martin Boyle raced in on goal after the half-hour mark. The industrious Cammy Devlin was constantly involved in the first period, his cross almost dipped into Raphael Sallinger’s goal as the quest for the opening goal continued. Kyziridis released Braga into space on the left flank, but the attacker’s cross was behind captain Lawrence Shankland as the half drew to a close. Both teams were defensively solid, but would have to show more bravery in attack to force the opening goal Stephen Kingsley’s cross narrowly missed Milne at the back post, and Grant Hanley smothered a Devlin pass as McInnes’ men rallied for a goal in the second half. Hibs had a golden chance on the hour mark, as Boyle raced clear of the Hearts defence and audaciously dinked over Schwolow. The ball looked destined to find the back of the net, but was scrambled clear after caressing the crossbar. Hearts responded through Braga’s low strike, which was saved by Sallinger as Tynecastle intensified. The large away following filled the Roseburn Stand with green, and went ballistic after Boyle finished low past Schwolow in the 67th minute. However, the celebrations were cut abruptly short as the Hibs attacker was deemed offside. Both managers turned to their bench for the final ten minutes; the first goal would surely settle this frantic derby match. That goal came in the 91st minute. An inspired substitution by Derek McInnes saw Sabah Kerjota deliver a pinpoint cross for Craig Halkett to sidefoot home. In a match that lacked attacking quality, it was The Jambos’ central defender who applied the winning touch to seal derby delight for Gorgie. Hearts: Schwolow 6 McEntee 6 Halkett 7 Findlay 6 Kingsley 6 Milne 7 Baningime 6 Devlin 7 Kyziridis 7 Braga 6 Shankland 6 Substitutes: Kabangu 5 Steinwender 5 Kerjota 5 Forrest 5 Magnusson Hibernian: Sallinger 6 O’Hora 6 Hanley 7 Iredale 6 C Cadden 6 Mulligan 6 Barlaser 6 Campbell 6 Obita 6 Bowie 6 Boyle 7 Substitutes: McGrath 5 Klidje 5

October 3, 2025

“Headache Every Week” – David Gray On Hibs Goalkeeping Dilemma Ahead of Trip to Celtic

Hibernian travel to Celtic Park on Saturday looking to make history and become the first Hibs side to win at the home of the Scottish Premiership champions since 2010. David Gray’s side head into the match away to Brendan Rodgers’ unbeaten Hoops off the back of six matches without a win across all competitions, but like the hosts, remain undefeated in the league with one win and four draws so far in the Premiership. However, a Premier Sports Cup defeat at Ibrox was followed by a two each draw away at newly promoted Falkirk, where the Hibees managed to leave with a single point despite being two goals ahead of the Bairns on 44 minutes. Gray has recruited strongly over the past two seasons and has build an excellent core of players but one position has been called into question ahead of the trip to Glasgow. Goalkeeper. Following Tuesday evening’s score draw at Falkirk, Gray spoke about his depth of options between the sticks: “I think this is something that you can get caught up in with labels who’s your number one? “I think goalkeepers are always in a position where, it’s a very vulnerable place, if you make a mistake, there’s no hiding place for them, they both get the opportunity every single day in training, and I think both goalies have done well when they’ve played. “I’ve spoken to Smudge [Jordan Smith] a few times about areas in which he’s been disappointing with some goals he’s lost, but he has also had some big performances. “In terms of the goalkeeping department, I’ve got two very good goalkeepers at the club, and it’s another headache for me every single week, to decide what we’re going to do.” Gray was questioned on the situation after opting to retain usual backup Raphael Sallinger between the sticks of the league match against Falkirk, having played in the previous weekend’s cup clash at Ibrox. Gray gave his reasoning behind the decision: “Rafael was always going to play the Rangers game, that was something we decided beforehand. “I spoke to goalkeepers about that, it wasn’t as if I was looking at Smudge thinking that I need to change it. “I was just very honest, with Smudge tonight, I seen things in the game at Rangers that I thought would benefit us tonight and for Rafael to keep the gloves. “He was good again tonight, again, I’m not doing it because I felt that there was an issue, I just felt Rafael starting would give us the best opportunity tonight.” With four conceded over the two games, but some good saves in both matches, it will be a big call for the former Hibs captain whether he reinstates long-term first choice Smith for the clash at Parkhead or continues with the Austrian understudy who featured these past two weeks. Celtic, whilst in good form, head into the match amid a fury of fan protests against their incumbent board after a poor transfer window and shock UEFA Champions League exit to Karait Almaty in the qualifying round.

September 26, 2025

David Gray: Hibs Have “Opportunity to Make History” at Celtic Park

Hibernian threw away a two-goal lead to leave the Falkirk Stadium with just a point last night, despite being 2-0 up on the stroke of half-time. A goal from Ross MacIver in first-half stoppage time and a thundering Liam Henderson header midway through the second half earned the hosts a share of the points and left David Gray scratching his head at just what is going wrong with his side at the moment. The result came on the back of Saturday’s defeat to struggling Rangers at Ibrox. The former Hibees skipper turned manager seems to know where his side are falling short. Speaking post-match, he said: “We’re creating enough chances, but we’re not being clinical enough to finish games off. “At 2-0, we should have been three or four up with the big chances we had, you’re always then suspect of the next goal. It feels right now like a defeat because of the manner of the game, but it’s certainly not a disaster. “It almost became a case of taking a point from an opportunity where we should have had three points, but if I try and be positive, we’re undefeated in the league and got a point away from home at a difficult place to come.” He was quick to stress that his side’s mentality is strong enough to recover from recent setbacks and quickly get back to their best: “Every game is difficult in this league, but as a group, they need to stick together, and they will do that. “There is ownership within the squad, there is accountability, and within that, you need to stick together.” Gray also took a share of responsibility for the recent results, which have seen Hibs win only one of their first five league games, drawing four. He said: “It’s my responsibility to put the team together, improve the players, and educate them as to why we think it’s happening and how to be better in those moments.” They must now quickly regroup for a trip to Celtic Park to take on the also-undefeated champions this weekend in Glasgow. While Gray recognises the challenge ahead, he feels it is one the players should embrace, with the opportunity to become heroes for the Hibee support. He said: “The challenge will be extremely tough. The challenge to the away team [at Celtic Park] is to try and quieten the crowd, whatever that looks like. You do that by putting in a level of performance. “It’s also an opportunity for the players to recreate history, and I’ll remind them and give them the belief to go along their way with our game plan, to try and come back with three points.” Celtic supporters voiced their unrest in previous away matches with Kilmarnock and Partick Thistle, and with more protests set to happen at home, Hibs defender Warren O’Hora feels that frustrating the already restless home crowd would be “ideal” for his sides chances of a win. He did acknowledge how tough the task would be to become the first Hibs side since 2010 to win at Parkhead: “It’s a tough test for anyone. We’ve gone there previously and we’ve done well. “We’ve obviously not got results, but we all know how tough it is to go there and win but we’ll back ourselves and give our best shot, no doubt.” While Gray acknowledged the unrest among the Celtic support, he pointed out that Rangers faced similar issues at Ibrox and that it would have no bearing on his side’s preparations or game plan, stating he and his squad had to “focus on themselves.”

September 24, 2025

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