If that was a tough test, things aren’t going to get any easier this Sunday when rivals Hearts visit Easter Road. There hasn’t been a victory for Hibs in an Edinburgh derby since late 2019 with four games without a triumph last term.
The struggles of the League Cup will be forgotten if Lee Johnson and his side can claim all three points. It’s still very much a team in transition with new signings looking to settle and injuries upsetting the strive for continuity to this point, particularly in midfield.
Following last week’s match, there will be a number of selections which pick themselves. But will Campbell come back into the starting XI? Does Johnson go more attacking or play to win the battle?
Here’s what we think...
1. GK - David Marshall
The club captain, barring any late injury, will start between the sticks. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
2. DR - Chris Cadden
Expected to play at full-back two days after signing a contract extension to remain until the summer of 2025. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
3. DC - Rocky Bushiri
Had a strong display against St Johnstone in an overall positive start to the campaign. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
4. DC - Ryan Porteous
A big performance will be needed from the defender and boyhood Hibs fan for the home side to come out victorious on Sunday. Photo: Paul Devlin - SNS Group