Hibs 1-0 Dundee recap: Murphy goal the difference as hosts win scrappy encounter

Jamie Murphy was the matchwinner as Hibs edged a scrappy, physical Betfred Cup encounter against Dundee.
Hibs host Dundee for the second time in as many weeks in the same competition this afternoonHibs host Dundee for the second time in as many weeks in the same competition this afternoon
Hibs host Dundee for the second time in as many weeks in the same competition this afternoon

There was no repeat of the five goals scored the last time the sides met in the competition – all of two weeks ago – but Murphy made it two goals and two assists in four matches just before half-time when he latched onto Kevin Nisbet’s through-ball.

The winger still had plenty left to do as he held off a defensive challenge before firing acorss Jack Hamilton and into the far corner.

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It was to be the only goal of the game – Jonathan Afolabi had the ball in the net early in the second period but saw it ruled out for offside.

Hibs continued to seek a second to make the game more comfortable and although they had their half-chances, Drey Wright came closest with a late shot that Hamilton blocked well.

The Easter Road side advances to the next round but with a less than convincing performance.

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