Hibs predicted line up for Kilmarnock fixture as Nick Montgomery makes change
John Greechan has made his prediction on who he thinks will start for Hibs in Nick Montgomery’s first game in charge at Kilmarnock
Four training sessions, one day off and a couple of players returning from international duty.
If Nick Montgomery’s first working week as Hibs head coach hasn’t exactly been the stuff of pre-season dreams, he’s at least had an opportunity to work with his new players – most of them, anyway – and devise some sort of game plan for tomorrow’s trip to Rugby Park.
Against a Kilmarnock team who have already beaten both Rangers and Celtic on home turf this season, how much does Montgomery look to change on match day one of his tenure?
With interim boss David Gray – still very much an integral part of the backroom staff under the new man – having led this group to a 2-0 win over Aberdeen at Pittodrie just before the international break, the former Central Coast Mariners boss may opt for evolution over revolution.
Taking that into account, then, here’s how we think Hibs are likely to line up – in a 4-4-1-1 formation – for the trip to Ayrshire.
Against a Kilmarnock team who have already beaten both Rangers and Celtic on home turf this season, how much does Montgomery look to change on match day one of his tenure?
5. Lewis Stevenson - Left Back
Still playing. Still working as hard as ever. Still seeing off the challenge of every new left back who dares challenge for his place.
6. Martin Boyle - Right Wing
Scored for Australia in their 2-2 away draw with Mexico during the international break. First name on anyone’s team sheet.
7. James Jeggo - Central Midfield
Understands what the new boss wants. Has the discipline and energy to do the job.
8. Joe Newell - Central Midfield
A rare bright spot in a difficult season for Hibs, Newell brings class to the middle of the park.