Hibernian's recent win over Dundee has sparked fan praise for midfielder Jacob Devaney, while the club also navigates the final days of the transfer window. The Easter Road side currently sit fifth in the Scottish Premiership with six points from three matches, three points behind leaders Celtic.
How did Jacob Devaney perform against Dundee?
Jacob Devaney was hailed as the missing link in Hibernian's midfield following his performance in the 2-1 victory at Dundee on Sunday. According to fan feedback published by the BBC, supporters described the display as the team's best of the season, with one noting the "level of control" Devaney provided. The win, secured with goals from Martin Boyle and Callum Wright, improved Hibs' league record to two wins and one loss.
Several supporters highlighted the midfielder's influence, with one calling his debut "fantastic." The consensus was that Devaney's presence allowed attacking players like Boyle and Jamie McGrath more freedom. This positive reaction comes as Hibernian look to build momentum, having scored five goals and conceded four so far this campaign.
What is Hibernian's current league standing?
Hibernian occupy fifth place in the Premiership table after the opening three fixtures. They have accumulated six points from two victories and one defeat, leaving them three points adrift of Celtic at the summit. Their goal difference stands at +1, with five scored and four conceded, a record they will aim to improve in the coming weeks.
You can track the team's progress and upcoming matches on our standings and fixtures pages. The next challenge is a home match against high-flying St Mirren, who are second in the table, scheduled for December 30th.
What happened in the transfer window for Hibs?
The Scotsman reported that Hibernian lost a key player as the summer transfer window entered its final days this week. While the outlet detailed significant activity at rivals Celtic and Rangers, it noted this departure from Easter Road as a notable development for David Gray's squad. Specific details on the outgoing player were not provided in the source material.
This shift in personnel comes as the club seeks to solidify its squad for the season ahead. Fans have already called for increased squad depth, a point echoed in the post-match reactions from the Dundee victory. The current squad list is available on our squad page.
How did European results affect the Premiership weekend?
A BBC roundup noted that Hibernian were among the Scottish clubs who missed out on qualification for the Europa Conference League following recent play-off fixtures. This European disappointment, shared with Rangers and Motherwell, came before the return of full domestic league action this weekend. The report framed it as a key question for how clubs would respond in their subsequent Premiership matches.
For Hibernian, the response was a positive away victory at Dens Park. The team will now prepare for their next league fixture, a home encounter with St Mirren on 30 December 2026.
