Hibernian secured a crucial win over Brondby in a friendly match at Easter Road. The 2-1 victory comes ahead of their Conference League qualifiers, with Hibs set to face Malisheva in the first leg of their second qualifying round tie on Thursday.
What happened?
Nathan Lowe scored twice for Hibernian, with the on-loan Stoke City forward taking advantage of a defensive lapse to give Hibs the lead. He converted captain Martin Boyle's cross for the second goal. Patrick Mortensen's penalty reduced Brondby's deficit before half-time.
Why it matters for Hibernian
The win is a significant boost for Hibernian ahead of their Conference League qualifiers. Recent recruits Adam Mayor and Callum Wright started for David Gray's side, while fellow summer signings Jason Kerr and Azeem Abdulai were on the bench.
What comes next?
Hibs will face Malisheva in the first leg of their second qualifying round tie on Thursday. The return leg will take place at Easter Road the following Thursday. The win over Brondby will give Hibernian confidence ahead of the Conference League qualifiers.
Key players
Nathan Lowe was instrumental in Hibernian's win over Brondby, scoring twice for the Easter Road side. Captain Martin Boyle also played a key role, providing the cross for Lowe's second goal. Patrick Mortensen's penalty reduced Brondby's deficit before half-time.
Transfer activity
Hibernian have been busy in the transfer market, with recent recruits Adam Mayor and Callum Wright starting for the side. Fellow summer signings Jason Kerr and Azeem Abdulai were on the bench, with Kerr replacing Mayor at half-time.
Next steps
Hibs will face Malisheva in the first leg of their second qualifying round tie on Thursday. The return leg will take place at Easter Road the following Thursday. The win over Brondby will give Hibernian confidence ahead of the Conference League qualifiers.
