Hibernian begin their Premier Sports Cup campaign at the round of 16 stage versus Championship side Partick Thistle on Sunday. The Premiership side have a hectic fixture schedule to deal with and come into this one with second-tier title contenders less than 72 hours out from a 0-0 draw against Shkendija in searing North Macedonian heat. That has unlocked a Conference League play-off against Gent next Thursday and head coach David Gray has that to consider too when making his team selection. Fans are keen to see a cup run, and with five changes to the side that played midweek, here's who we think starts for Hibs vs Partick Thistle.
What happened?
Hibs face Partick Thistle in the Premier Sports Cup, with head coach David Gray making five changes to the side that played midweek.
Why it matters for Hibernian
The Premiership side have a hectic fixture schedule to deal with, and the Conference League play-off against Gent next Thursday is a significant consideration for head coach David Gray.
What comes next?
With five changes to the side that played midweek, Hibs will look to make a strong start to their Premier Sports Cup campaign against Partick Thistle.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Premiership, 51 pts, 13W-12D-8L from 33 games, recent form LWWLL. Goals this season: 51 scored, 37 conceded (+14 goal difference). Title race: 19 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. Last result: Hibernian 0-1 Motherwell (2026-05-16). Recent form (last 5): 3W-0D-2L (LLWWW, most recent first); lost the last 2.
