Hibernian midfielder Josh Mulligan has highlighted the strong leadership within the squad as the key factor in bouncing back from the disappointment of last week's Edinburgh derby defeat. His comments come as David Gray's side prepare for their next fixture, sitting 8th in the Scottish Premiership with six points from five games. The BBC reported on the latest Scottish football gossip, which included Mulligan's assessment of the Easter Road environment.
Mulligan believes the experienced figures in the dressing room will steer the team's response. "The strong leaders in the Hibernian dressing room will help David Gray's side bounce back from the disappointment of Thursday's defeat by Hearts," the midfielder said. The team's recent form has been mixed, with a record of two wins and three losses leaving them nine points behind league leaders Celtic. They have scored seven goals but conceded nine, resulting in a negative goal difference.
How does the squad's experience help?
The presence of seasoned professionals provides a steadying influence, especially after a tough result like the loss to their city rivals. This internal resilience is considered vital for navigating the early part of the campaign. While the focus is on collective mentality, the team is also managing absences, with defenders Rocky Bushiri and Jordan Obita currently sidelined. Fans can check the latest availability on the club's injuries page for updates.
What is the wider transfer context?
Other Scottish Premiership clubs are active in the market, which frames Hibernian's need for a strong squad culture. Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson is looking at free agents to bolster his side and could make a move for former Rangers midfielder Greg Doherty, who is now a free agent after leaving Charlton Athletic. Meanwhile, former Hibernian centre-back Erik Sviatchenko, now at Midtjylland, has compared Celtic's new signing Oliver Sorensen to Kieran Tierney. Sviatchenko said: "Oliver Sorensen has a similar 'energy and hunger' to Kieran Tierney."
Where do Hibernian stand in the league?
The current league picture shows a competitive division where every point matters. Hibernian's position of 8th reflects their inconsistent start, but the gap to the top is not insurmountable at this stage. The full standings show the tight nature of the mid-table. Their next challenge is a significant one, an away trip to face Heart of Midlothian on December 27th. Hearts are currently second in the table, making it a important fixture for Gray's men to prove their mettle.
What other club news is circulating?
Elsewhere in Scottish football, Rangers' kit manufacturer Castore is considering sale approaches, and former Rangers midfielder Brahim Hemdani has been appointed manager of Algeria. Dundee United's Will Ferry is out with a groin strain and may miss the game against St Mirren, while Blackburn Rovers have made a bid for Scotland Under-17 forward Cai McGunnigle. For Hibernian, the immediate task is clear: use the leadership within the group to improve results. The team's upcoming fixtures present a clear opportunity to climb the table, starting with the visit to Tynecastle at the end of December.
