St Johnstone semi final

[JimBHibees]

Watched most of their game tonight and thought they looked very good. Looked sharp and should have won. Solid looking squad and Wotherspoon playing the best football of his career. Nothing other than a very tough game in the semi.

[hibbysam]

Yet on a honking run, haven’t won in the league since the 6th November, won a couple of ties on penalties and the only game (I think) they’ve won before penalties since was against Peterhead.

[04Sauzee]

Didn't see the game, looks like they had a good few shots on goal but stats show they only had a 59% pass accuracy?

[JimBHibees]

Didn't see the game, looks like they had a good few shots on goal but stats show they only had a 59% pass accuracy?

Was a very scrappy battling Derby type game but they dominated and should have won. Played a 352 with McCann rwb and had an Israeli striker Melamed who haven't seen before and looked good and scored one and could have scored more.

[Andy74]

Watched most of their game tonight and thought they looked very good. Looked sharp and should have won. Solid looking squad and Wotherspoon playing the best football of his career. Nothing other than a very tough game in the semi.

Don’t think anyone sees this as easy but they’ve not been on a great run either. I’d rather be in our shoes than theirs but you never know of course.

[Vault Boy]

Will definitely be a tough game, and I'd rather we face the other Saints in the final over Livi. Two winnable fixtures between us and a trophy, but it's absolutely no given.

All three are better than having to play Celtic, Rangers, or Aberdeen though!

[JXM73]

Whenever a team needs a result they seem to be playing us, and most get it...

[hibbysam]

Whenever a team needs a result they seem to be playing us, and most get it...

Fairly sure Celtic needed one last night, how did that go?

[JimBHibees]

Don’t think anyone sees this as easy but they’ve not been on a great run either. I’d rather be in our shoes than theirs but you never know of course.

Agree think we will edge it as don't really rate their goalie and they concede but thought they looked good.

[Daniel 1875]

Was a very scrappy battling Derby type game but they dominated and should have won. Played a 352 with McCann rwb and had an Israeli striker Melamed who haven't seen before and looked good and scored one and could have scored more.

Interesting they had Ali McCann at wing back. I was quite impressed with the Milwall lad they had on loan, McNamara, for the first half of the season and think he’ll be a miss for them now he’s back down south.

[JimBHibees]

Interesting they had Ali McCann at wing back. I was quite impressed with the Milwall lad they had on loan, McNamara, for the first half of the season and think he’ll be a miss for them now he’s back down south.

Would assume may be short term move as they signed another Millwall full back on loan.

[MWHIBBIES]

3-0 Hibs

[Andy74]

Whenever a team needs a result they seem to be playing us, and most get it...

Most don’t based on our results over the last year anyway.

[HibeeHibernian4]

I watched it and felt they were good but lacked a cutting edge up top. Clark in goals is a real weak link and we need to exploit that. Shankland caught him out from the halfway line.

[Key West]

I’m expecting a close game and hoping we can put a good team out on the day.

[Hibs2105]

Let’s be honest If Hibs turn up on the day then there should be no other outcome than a Hibs win. However we all know Hibs don’t suit being favourites


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[HibeeHibernian4]

Let’s be honest If Hibs turn up on the day then there should be no other outcome than a Hibs win. However we all know Hibs don’t suit being favourites


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Not actually how football works though is it?

[Hibs2105]

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[hibbysam]

Not actually how football works though is it?

90% of the time if the team with the better players plays well then they win to be fair.

[Hibs2105]

Not actually how football works though is it?

Hence the use of the word “If”


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[HibeeHibernian4]

90% of the time if the team with the better players plays well then they win to be fair.

No way of quantifying that but there's still all sorts of factors that you're leaving out there. Physicality, pace of the game, luck, officiating, sometimes even just how a ball breaks.

[Hibs2105]

No way of quantifying that but there's still all sorts of factors that you're leaving out there. Physicality, pace of the game, luck, officiating, sometimes even just how a ball breaks.

Surely the most important factor is the ability of a teams players. If one team is better than the other you’d expect them to set the pace of game and tempo- much like hibs would be expected to do against St Johnstone.


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[Itsnoteasy]

Fairly sure Celtic needed one last night, how did that go?

The wee teams. Celtic need to win every week

[Since452]

St Johnstone are a strange team. Seem to always either go on long unbeaten runs or long winless runs

[calumhibee1]

https://www.curtis-sport.com/online-store/St-Johnstone-v-Hibernian-23-01-21-p280351104

Programme for the game

[wazoo1875]

https://www.curtis-sport.com/online-store/St-Johnstone-v-Hibernian-23-01-21-p280351104

Programme for the game

Cheers for that Calum 👍🏻

[Saint Hibee]

I watched it and felt they were good but lacked a cutting edge up top. Clark in goals is a real weak link and we need to exploit that. Shankland caught him out from the halfway line.

It was some strike though!

[04Sauzee]

Brophy available to play for St Mirren on the semi final even although he played for Killie in the tournament already. Does that mean Kevin D would not be cuptied afer playing for Dumbarton?

[flash]

Brophy available to play for St Mirren on the semi final even although he played for Killie in the tournament already. Does that mean Kevin D would not be cuptied afer playing for Dumbarton?

Does cuptied simply not exist anymore?

[hibbysam]

Brophy available to play for St Mirren on the semi final even although he played for Killie in the tournament already. Does that mean Kevin D would not be cuptied afer playing for Dumbarton?

Surely not right that, the cup tied rule was only revoked for one season due to the cup running over.

[Billy Whizz]

Brophy available to play for St Mirren on the semi final even although he played for Killie in the tournament already. Does that mean Kevin D would not be cuptied afer playing for Dumbarton?

Where are you reading this?
Brophy was in this mornings papers saying, he was gutted he was cup tied and missing the semi?

[04Sauzee]

Where are you reading this?
Brophy was in this mornings papers saying, he was gutted he was cup tied and missing the semi?

Great news coming out of St Mirren this evening. SPFL League Cup regulation 8.3, does indeed allow Eamonn Brophy to play against Livingston in next weekend’s League Cup semi final, despite playing for Kilmarnock earlier in this season’s competition..

https://twitter.com/Kyle_Gunn97/status/1349409381784412162?s=19

[scoopyboy]

Brophy available to play for St Mirren on the semi final even although he played for Killie in the tournament already. Does that mean Kevin D would not be cuptied afer playing for Dumbarton?

Are you sure he played for Killie?

IIRC they conceded a couple of games and played laddies in the others.

In my opinion if he played for Killie he can't play for St.Mirren.

[Frazerbob]

Stuart Cosgrove was waxing lyrical about Spoony on OTB. First name in the team sheet for him and playing out of his skin apparently.

[Billy Whizz]

Great news coming out of St Mirren this evening. SPFL League Cup regulation 8.3, does indeed allow Eamonn Brophy to play against Livingston in next weekend’s League Cup semi final, despite playing for Kilmarnock earlier in this season’s competition..

https://twitter.com/Kyle_Gunn97/status/1349409381784412162?s=19

Thanks
What does rule 8.3 say?

[Keith_M]

https://www.curtis-sport.com/online-store/St-Johnstone-v-Hibernian-23-01-21-p280351104

Programme for the game


Cheers Calum.

:aok:

[04Sauzee]

Thanks
What does rule 8.3 say?

Sorry no idea Billy, just what i can see being reported.

[Billy Whizz]

Eligibility of Players
8.1 Except in the case of a player of a club from another Recognised League taking part in the Competition, to be eligible to Play in the Competition Players must be League Registered with the Club for which they Play and/or propose to Play in the Competition.

8.2 In the case of players of clubs from Recognised Leagues to be eligible to Play in the Competition they must be eligible to Play for the club participating in the Competition in the Recognised League and must be registered with the Scottish FA.

8.3 Except for a Player/player who has only Played, including being listed as a named substitute, in the First Round of Matches who shall not be included for the purposes of this Regulation 8.3, no Club or club (“A”) shall Play, or list as a named substitute, any Player or player who, in the same Season, has already played in a Match by entering the field of play, whether in the starting eleven or by being used as a substitute by another Club or club (“B”) in the Competition and subject to the stated exception any such Player or player shall not be eligible to Play, or be listed as a named substitute, for Club or club A.

[04Sauzee]

Are you sure he played for Killie?

IIRC they conceded a couple of games and played laddies in the others.

In my opinion if he played for Killie he can't play for St.Mirren.
Looks like he played against Clyde, Billy had posted the text from article 8.3
Cheers

[Billy Whizz]

Looks like he played against Clyde, Billy had posted the text from article 8.3
Cheers

So Dabrowski should be eligible too then

[scoopyboy]

Looks like he played against Clyde, Billy had posted the text from article 8.3
Cheers

Thanks mate

[scoopyboy]

Eligibility of Players
8.1 Except in the case of a player of a club from another Recognised League taking part in the Competition, to be eligible to Play in the Competition Players must be League Registered with the Club for which they Play and/or propose to Play in the Competition.

8.2 In the case of players of clubs from Recognised Leagues to be eligible to Play in the Competition they must be eligible to Play for the club participating in the Competition in the Recognised League and must be registered with the Scottish FA.

8.3 Except for a Player/player who has only Played, including being listed as a named substitute, in the First Round of Matches who shall not be included for the purposes of this Regulation 8.3, no Club or club (“A”) shall Play, or list as a named substitute, any Player or player who, in the same Season, has already played in a Match by entering the field of play, whether in the starting eleven or by being used as a substitute by another Club or club (“B”) in the Competition and subject to the stated exception any such Player or player shall not be eligible to Play, or be listed as a named substitute, for Club or club A.

Billy, I'm interpreting that as Brophy can't play.

[Billy Whizz]

Billy, I'm interpreting that as Brophy can't play.

Does it not say, except if he’s only played in the 1st round, which I presume are the group stages?

[04Sauzee]

Billy, I'm interpreting that as Brophy can't play.

Just had it confirmed that Big Kev is available to play if he's required.

[danhibees1875]

Does it not say, except if he’s only played in the 1st round, which I presume are the group stages?

That's how I'd read it. :agree:

Seems a bit silly but I guess it's because of how early the group games are, right alongside the transfer window.

[HibeeHibernian4]

If you played in the group games for one club you can play in the knockout stages for another club. Now if someone had just come in and said that 15 posts ago. :greengrin

[scoopyboy]

Does it not say, except if he’s only played in the 1st round, which I presume are the group stages?

I've read back over it and think you're right.

Not very well worded and user friendly :greengrin

[ancient hibee]

If you played in the group games for one club you can play in the knockout stages for another club. Now if someone had just come in and said that 15 posts ago. :greengrin

Thought everyone knew that.:greengrin

[Pagan Hibernia]

I’d love Scott Allan to be there for this one, threading passes through the eye of a needle at hampden

[JimBHibees]

Stuart Cosgrove was waxing lyrical about Spoony on OTB. First name in the team sheet for him and playing out of his skin apparently.

Was superb last night

[Billy Whizz]

Was superb last night

Someone should send Fenlon this

[Bishop Hibee]

Spoony seemed to be the ultimate confidence player. His body language and even facial expression could be awful when he was down. When he was high on confidence he could be brilliant. Lack of consistency was his problem at Hibs.

[Peevemor]

Someone should send Fenlon thisHe got quite a bit of stick on here to be fair.

[Andy74]

Someone should send Fenlon this

Why’s that? He was hopelessly inconsistent for us. Him and Cairney largely producing nothing every week was a big factor in us struggling after a positive enough start.

You hear about Wotherspoon playing well every six months or so which is about right.

[Billy Whizz]

Why’s that? He was hopelessly inconsistent for us. Him and Cairney largely producing nothing every week was a big factor in us struggling after a positive enough start.

You hear about Wotherspoon playing well every six months or so which is about right.

Still playing every week at his age
Would have been much better than some of the mercenaries we had during his time. Didn’t even make a place on the bench in either games

2 Finals from Fenlon, but along with CC and Hecky, really dire times for us Hibees

[EI255]

Watched most of their game tonight and thought they looked very good. Looked sharp and should have won. Solid looking squad and Wotherspoon playing the best football of his career. Nothing other than a very tough game in the semi.Like us, they just aren't a consistent team.

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[Andy74]

Still playing every week at his age
Would have been much better than some of the mercenaries we had during his time. Didn’t even make a place on the bench in either games

2 Finals from Fenlon, but along with CC and Hecky, really dire times for us Hibees

Yeah and Wotherspoon was part of those dire times.

Good he has made a decent career but he’s been pretty average with some bright moments for them over that time. Another that just wasn’t quite good enough unfortunately.

[Andy74]

Like us, they just aren't a consistent team.

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We have just short of double their points.

[Alex Trager]

Stuart Cosgrove was waxing lyrical about Spoony on OTB. First name in the team sheet for him and playing out of his skin apparently.

I heard that as well. Certainly wasn’t my recollection of him

[Brightside]

Like us, they just aren't a consistent team.

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We are 4th. Do you mean we aren’t consistently bad?

[Since452]

Must admit the nerves are starting to set in already. Hate the emotional torment this club puts me through. Huge opportunity for us. Have we ever won a domestic trophy so soon after the last one?

[Sean1875]

Must admit the nerves are starting to set in already. Hate the emotional torment this club puts me through. Huge opportunity for us. Have we ever won a domestic trophy so soon after the last one?
Aye likewise, as a Hibs fan its a very strange experience for us to be the favourites to win a trophy... not sure i like it :greengrin

[bigwheel]

Must admit the nerves are starting to set in already. Hate the emotional torment this club puts me through. Huge opportunity for us. Have we ever won a domestic trophy so soon after the last one?


we don't win cups too often, but I guess Drybrough Cup and league Cup in the same season would be an exception....

[My old man]

Have checked (honest) but can’t see anywhere can someone please tell me what channel ((if we it is) we’re on
GGTTH

[Sean1875]

Have checked (honest) but can’t see anywhere can someone please tell me what channel ((if we it is) we’re on
GGTTH
Premier Sports mate, cant remember if its 1 or 2 though :aok:

[Monts]

Premier Sports mate, cant remember if its 1 or 2 though :aok:

Premier 1

https://www.live-footballontv.com/live-scottish-football-on-tv.html

[My old man]

Thanks guys
And I take it it’ll be finished on the day
GGTTH

[JimBHibees]

Why’s that? He was hopelessly inconsistent for us. Him and Cairney largely producing nothing every week was a big factor in us struggling after a positive enough start.

You hear about Wotherspoon playing well every six months or so which is about right.

Think he is having a very good season playing central and just off the front however in the highlights I have seen and the United game I saw most of he has looked very good. Always been talented not the quickest but also scored a very good goal at ER this season aided and abetted by poor defending to be fair. Put in a brilliant cross for Saints second goal during the week.

[JimBHibees]

Thanks guys
And I take it it’ll be finished on the day
GGTTH

Yes extra time and pens if necessary

[Keith_M]

Must admit the nerves are starting to set in already. Hate the emotional torment this club puts me through. Huge opportunity for us. Have we ever won a domestic trophy so soon after the last one?


Won the Scottish Cup in 1902, then the League in 1903

Won the League in 1948, '51 and '52


Basically, we've done it, but a very long time ago.

[Keith_M]

Going by previous experience, we need to lose the next three Cup Finals before we can win one again, so I hope we hurry up and get a couple over with this season.

[Steve20]

IF the game happens, and it’s an if as there’s more and more talk each day that football is about to be stopped, then I think we should be beating St Johnstone comfortably. We have the players and it’s time they started performing to a high enough level. Start tomorrow against Killie to get some momentum started.

[EI255]

I heard that as well. Certainly wasn’t my recollection of himCosgrove would eat himself if he could. Never a good word to say about Hibs (nor does his odeous little sidekick). Two guys who have made a good career talking pi5h in thick accents.

Anyway, Hibernian and infinitely better than St Johnstone.

We'll cuff them in the cup.

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[HibeeHibernian4]

IF the game happens, and it’s an if as there’s more and more talk each day that football is about to be stopped, then I think we should be beating St Johnstone comfortably. We have the players and it’s time they started performing to a high enough level. Start tomorrow against Killie to get some momentum started.

There’s no if about it and you’re doing nobody any favours by pretending otherwise. The game will go ahead on the 23rd barring weather or a Covid outbreak. Football will not be stopped, take that to the bank.

[murray26]

I must admit I would be a lovely boost to have a cup final to look forward to all be it with no fans but still something positive to think about.. massive game for all 4 clubs still involved.. I’m really looking forward to it next week..

[Dashing Bob S]

Let’s face it, in our last few games we’ve been woeful at worse, average at best. We need more organization and commitment to get back to our best, a d to even compete with three teams who will be highly motivated in cup competition. The idea that Livingston would be at all concerned about us is now laughable, and we won’t be giving either set of Saints sleepless nights either. We need Irvine and McGennis up to speed asap

[h1bs4life]

Bonus for us is it's not at Easter Road , rightly we are favourites to win it and confident if we turn up with the right attitude we will beat St Johnstone.
Huge test for Jack Ross hopefully he will lead us to some sliverware and get his team and himself up there beside the other greats who managed the same.

[hibbysam]

Let’s face it, in our last few games we’ve been woeful at worse, average at best. We need more organization and commitment to get back to our best, a d to even compete with three teams who will be highly motivated in cup competition. The idea that Livingston would be at all concerned about us is now laughable, and we won’t be giving either set of Saints sleepless nights either. We need Irvine and McGennis up to speed asap

After two piss poor displays, we couldn’t have been more committed and organised at Celtic park. Whether they’re having sleepless nights or not, we’re a far better side than all of the sides left, and would far rather be in our position than there’s.

[Since452]

First win in 11 for St Johnstone today. Will give them a boost. Another week for Irvine and Cadden to work on the training ground and get to know their teammates. After today's win we should be going in with belief. Really hope Newell is back.

[wookie70]

Great chance to win a cup and a great opportunity to get the big game issues away from the manager. The playing surface should be good so that might help us. Hopefully Newell will be back

[cabbageandribs1875]

i'm glad st.johnstone won today, at least now we're not playing a team on a crap winless run...

[hughio]

Let’s face it, in our last few games we’ve been woeful at worse, average at best. We need more organization and commitment to get back to our best, a d to even compete with three teams who will be highly motivated in cup competition. The idea that Livingston would be at all concerned about us is now laughable, and we won’t be giving either set of Saints sleepless nights either. We need Irvine and McGennis up to speed asap

Unfortunately neither the organization nor the commitment was there.:rolleyes: