Hibernian II suffered a defeat against Queen of the South in the Challenge Cup, as reported by the BBC. The match ended in a loss for the Hibernian reserves, marking a disappointing result in their cup run.
How the match unfolded
The Challenge Cup clash saw Hibernian II struggle to overcome Queen of the South. The BBC's report highlighted the key moments of the game, with the opposition securing a victory that sent Hibernian II out of the competition. The match was a test for the young Hibernian squad, who will now focus on their league campaign.
Impact on Hibernian's season
Hibernian's first team finished the 2025 season in fifth place in the Premiership, with 51 points from 33 games, including 13 wins, 12 draws, and 8 losses. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. The club's top scorer this season was C. Wright, who netted 1 goal in 1 appearance. The loss in the Challenge Cup is a setback, but the focus will now shift to the upcoming league fixtures, which can be found on our fixtures page.
What's next for Hibernian II
With the Challenge Cup exit, Hibernian II will turn their attention to their league responsibilities. The reserves will look to build on their experiences and improve their performances in the coming matches. The first team, meanwhile, will aim to close the 19-point gap to leaders Heart of Midlothian and secure a higher position in the league standings, which can be tracked on our standings page.
