Hibs return to domestic affairs at home to Livingston tomorrow. And David Gray has a number of factors to take into account as he considers his starting XI to take on David Martindale’s battling Lions.
With a number of players barely back in the building after international commitments, fatigue, bumps, bruises, jet leg and - in the case of Martin Boyle - recovering from altitude are all unusual contributors to the selection equation. But there’s been good news on the injury front, too, with Elie Youan among those returning to full training.
Against visitors who always make life difficult for their opponents, don’t expect Gray to pull too many rabbits out of the hat. Here’s how we think Hibs will line up in search of a morale-boosting win:
5. RWB Chris Cadden
Experienced wingback will need to be on his toes in attack and defence if Hibs are to see off the visitors. | SNS Group
6. CM Josh Mulligan
Could start at wingback - but likely to play in central midfield, with Miguel Chaiwa a doubt. | SNS Group
7. CM Dan Barlaser
On-loan midfielder has looked comfortable in centre of park. | SNS Group
8. LWB Nicky Cadden
Hibs could do with the wide man returning to his productive best in terms of assists and goals. | SNS Group