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Hibernian faces Motherwell in season opener at Easter Road

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Hibernian faces Motherwell in season opener at Easter Road
Summary

Hibernian will open their 2026/27 Scottish Premiership season at home against Motherwell on August 2 at 4:30 PM. This match marks a continuation from last season's final fixture, which Hibernian lost to Motherwell, affecting their European qualification. Hibernian's schedule also includes matches against Rangers on August 9 and their first Edinburgh derby with Hearts on September 2. All opening weekend matches will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, with Hibernian's game part of a historic broadcast event.

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  • •Hibernian hosts Motherwell on August 2 at 4:30 PM.
  • •First Edinburgh derby against Hearts is scheduled for September 2.
  • •Hibernian visits Rangers on August 9.
  • •Sky Sports will air all six opening weekend matches live.
  • •Previous season's last game was a loss to Motherwell.
What they're saying
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Hibernian will kick off their 2026/27 Scottish Premiership campaign at home to Motherwell on August 2, live on Sky Sports, with Rangers and Hearts to come early in the season.

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Motherwell will kick off their 2026/27 Scottish Premiership season at Hibernian's Easter Road on August 2, live on Sky Sports.

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