Hibs qualify for Conference League after overcoming first-leg deficit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Hibernian FC survived a scare to qualify for the third round of the Conference League qualifying stages, recovering from a 2-0 first-leg loss to defeat Malisheva. David Gray's side managed to secure victory, though it was marked by sloppy passing and missed opportunities. Fans expressed mixed feelings about the performance, highlighting a need for improved play moving forward. The next match against Motherwell will be crucial in assessing the team's progress this season.
- •Hibs came back from a 2-0 deficit to qualify.
- •Performance was criticized for lack of efficiency.
- •Fans demand more attacking play moving forward.
- •Next match against Motherwell is crucial for evaluation.
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — 'Gray releases the shackles' - a sign of things to come from Hibs?
"It was great to see David Gray release the shackles slightly, shows what we can do as an attacking force if given the freedom. Graeme: Some sort of redemption after the debacle of last week, but far from outstanding against a side that were no better than an average non-league outfit.
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