Hibernian History Day 93

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Season 1967-68



October, Hibs beat Porto 4-3 on aggregate in the Fairs Cup

November, after losing 4-1 away to Napoli in the Fairs Cup, Hibs staged a remarkable turnaround when they beat the Italians 5-0 at Easter Road, with goals from Duncan, Quinn, Cormack, Stanton and Stein.

Hibs lost 2-1 on aggregated to Leeds United in the Fairs Cup.

April, Hibs ended the league in third place.

May, Hibs undertook a post-season African tour.

Colin Stein was sold to Rangers for £100,000, the first six-figure transfer between Scottish teams.

Shankly resigned as manager but was persuaded to re-consider.

Season results –
Scottish Cup 2nd round
League Cup Group Stage
League Div 1 3/18 Pld34 W20 D5 L9 F67 A49 Pts45

[Risboro Hibby]

The Napoli game was my very first European Hibs game. I thought they were all going to be like that

[Forza Fred]

I was at the games mentioned by Maurice, and have been thoroughly enjoying this series of postings.

Thanks Maurice, and a hi from me, ages since We actually spoke to each other.

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I was at the games mentioned by Maurice, and have been thoroughly enjoying this series of postings.

Thanks Maurice, and a hi from me, ages since We actually spoke to each other.


Thanks Freddy.