Fc luzern

[Hibees1973]

Not sure if many have calmed down after that debacle this afternoon.

Next week's 2nd leg has now been made difficult. We need to win by two clear goals to progress, which is by no means guaranteed.

FC Luzern now looking good to progress after a 2-1 win away in Sweden which I think surprised most of us. So, in the event of us getting the finger out next week and maybe facing the Swiss I did a check on how best to get there.

Appears the easiest way to Lucerne is to fly into Zurich. Then the train from Zurich on to Lucerne.

Cost looking to be at least £300.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

I'm sure the Andorrans will have a great time in Luzern...
Seriously though too pissed off to even think about travelling again in 3 weeks time 🤔

[Logie Green]

Not sure if many have calmed down after that debacle this afternoon.

Next week's 2nd leg has now been made difficult. We need to win by two clear goals to progress, which is by no means guaranteed.

FC Luzern now looking good to progress after a 2-1 win away in Sweden which I think surprised most of us. So, in the event of us getting the finger out next week and maybe facing the Swiss I did a check on how best to get there.

Appears the easiest way to Lucerne is to fly into Zurich. Then the train from Zurich on to Lucerne.

Cost looking to be at least £300.

How do we need to win by 2 clear goals? Surely 1-0 then scudding them on penalties will suffice?

[SlickShoes]

Fly to Basel or Geneva direct from Edinburgh with easyJet then just get the train from either city to Luzern. The trains are very efficient there and plentiful so it’s easy to get between cities. You’ll get the added bonus of some great scenery.

[Moulin Yarns]

Fly to Basel or Geneva direct from Edinburgh with easyJet then just get the train from either city to Luzern. The trains are very efficient there and plentiful so it’s easy to get between cities. You’ll get the added bonus of some great scenery.

Can you not post yourself, I hear Yodel is good over there.

[Hermit Crab]

Easy enough to get to with flights to various Swiss airports as well as neighbouring countries but hotels are dear as ****!! :confused:

[lyonhibs]

Not sure if many have calmed down after that debacle this afternoon.

Next week's 2nd leg has now been made difficult. We need to win by two clear goals to progress, which is by no means guaranteed.

FC Luzern now looking good to progress after a 2-1 win away in Sweden which I think surprised most of us. So, in the event of us getting the finger out next week and maybe facing the Swiss I did a check on how best to get there.

Appears the easiest way to Lucerne is to fly into Zurich. Then the train from Zurich on to Lucerne.

Cost looking to be at least £300.

Fly to Basel then train would be the "slightly more budget" option

Hotels will be a bitch though.

Hopefully I'll be in the away end 1 hour from my flat on 17yh August 🇳🇬🙂🇨🇭

[Phil MaGlass]

5-0 Hibs.

[babahibs]

Can you not post yourself, I hear Yodel is good over there.

😂

[SlickShoes]

Easy enough to get to with flights to various Swiss airports as well as neighbouring countries but hotels are dear as ****!! :confused:

Switzerland is always expensive but it’s peak summer tourist season too, best bet is to try for hostels sharing a room or sharing a larger air bnb, I went to Luzern earlier this year on a random weekday and a single bed hotel room was £120+

[worcesterhibby]

Fly to Basel then train would be the "slightly more budget" option

Hotels will be a bitch though.

Hopefully I'll be in the away end 1 hour from my flat on 17yh August 🇳🇬🙂🇨🇭

if there are a few going over in a group an Airbnb will be a much cheaper option, should find something decent that works out at £100 a head for 4 people

[lyonhibs]

if there are a few going over in a group an Airbnb will be a much cheaper option, should find something decent that works out at £100 a head for 4 people

Definitely 👍

[Keith_M]

Not sure if many have calmed down after that debacle this afternoon.

Next week's 2nd leg has now been made difficult. We need to win by two clear goals to progress, which is by no means guaranteed.

FC Luzern now looking good to progress after a 2-1 win away in Sweden which I think surprised most of us. So, in the event of us getting the finger out next week and maybe facing the Swiss I did a check on how best to get there.

Appears the easiest way to Lucerne is to fly into Zurich. Then the train from Zurich on to Lucerne.

Cost looking to be at least £300.



I've booked flights on EasyJet to Basel.* It's a very straightforward one hour train trip from there.



* I've decided to have a holiday, whether Hibs are there or not :)

[lyonhibs]

I've booked flights on EasyJet to Basel.* It's a very straightforward one hour train trip from there.



* I've decided to have a holiday, whether Hibs are there or not :)

A fine choice. Weather should be fine, fewer finer places than the Swiss Alps in summer 👍

[Keepthefaith]

Easy enough to get to with flights to various Swiss airports as well as neighbouring countries but hotels are dear as ****!! :confused:

Aye but if we do get through, how difficult is it going to be for their fans to come here in the middle of the festival?!

[Hermit Crab]

Aye but if we do get through, how difficult is it going to be for their fans to come here in the middle of the festival?!


If you search any country in mainland Europe on Skyscanner, flights to Edinburgh are more expensive than most other destinations because of this very reason. Can't see many travelling here. Not with a weeks notice and high flight prices.

[04Sauzee]

Not sure if many have calmed down after that debacle this afternoon.

Next week's 2nd leg has now been made difficult. We need to win by two clear goals to progress, which is by no means guaranteed.

FC Luzern now looking good to progress after a 2-1 win away in Sweden which I think surprised most of us. So, in the event of us getting the finger out next week and maybe facing the Swiss I did a check on how best to get there.

Appears the easiest way to Lucerne is to fly into Zurich. Then the train from Zurich on to Lucerne.

Cost looking to be at least £300.

Has anyone had a look on Djurgården.net to see how they are feeling 🤔😁

[04Sauzee]

Highlights

https://youtu.be/nGfLrLj5SBU

[EGL2000]

Highlights

https://youtu.be/nGfLrLj5SBU

If it is Sweden we need to be right up for it over there. Some of the European clubs make one heck of an atmosphere. Feel alot of players especially from lower English leagues can get easily overwhelmed by that.

[CentreForward]

Highlights

https://youtu.be/nGfLrLj5SBU


That atmosphere makes a derby at ER look tame even though there were loads of empty seats down one end. Both those teams look way ahead of us, superb Lucerne winning goal.

[Hermit Crab]

That atmosphere makes a derby at ER look tame even though there were loads of empty seats down one end. Both those teams look way ahead of us, superb Lucerne winning goal.


Thats a standing section they're not allowed to use in the conference league.

Either of those teams will skelp us comfortably. Our best chance is taking a lead over there or at the very least a draw. Both teams look very good in the highlights, Djungardens missed a couple of sitters too. That return leg could either way in Switzerland next week.

[Hermit Crab]

Highlights

https://youtu.be/nGfLrLj5SBU


Going by the highlights we will be lucky to get nil!

[Bridge hibs]

Going by the highlights we will be lucky to get nil!

Did you sleep last night ? 🤣

[CapitalGreen]

Thats a standing section they're not allowed to use in the conference league.

Either of those teams will skelp us comfortably. Our best chance is taking a lead over there or at the very least a draw. Both teams look very good in the highlights, Djungardens missed a couple of sitters too. That return leg could either way in Switzerland next week.

You love to over exaggerate the abilities of other teams. You had the Swedish team as world beaters after the draw was made. I wouldn’t describe either as “very good” based on the highlights. Luzern look like they struggle to deal with balls into the box, the defenders missed header for the Swedes goal would make Rocky blush. The Swiss first goal was an excellent cross and header but the defending for the winner was awful.

[Since90+2]

Saying they will skelp us is probably taking things a bit OTT, but they'd both be massive favourites to beat us.

We'd have to be at our best in both legs, and then even it might not be enough.

[Hermit Crab]

You love to over exaggerate the abilities of other teams. You had the Swedish team as world beaters after the draw was made. I wouldn’t describe either as “very good” based on the highlights. Luzern look like they struggle to deal with balls into the box, the defenders missed header for the Swedes goal would make Rocky blush. The Swiss first goal was an excellent cross and header but the defending for the winner was awful.


Thats ok then, but we struggle with any balls into our box.

[Hermit Crab]

Did you sleep last night ? 🤣


Yes I did, still raging though. :greengrin

[Hibernian Verse]

Thats a standing section they're not allowed to use in the conference league.

Either of those teams will skelp us comfortably. Our best chance is taking a lead over there or at the very least a draw. Both teams look very good in the highlights, Djungardens missed a couple of sitters too. That return leg could either way in Switzerland next week.

You thought we'd skelp the Andorrans as well. Outlandish and striking statements but ultimately mean nothing. Games are played over 90+ mins, and last night will mean nothing by the time we kick off on the 10th.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

You love to over exaggerate the abilities of other teams. You had the Swedish team as world beaters after the draw was made. I wouldn’t describe either as “very good” based on the highlights. Luzern look like they struggle to deal with balls into the box, the defenders missed header for the Swedes goal would make Rocky blush. The Swiss first goal was an excellent cross and header but the defending for the winner was awful.

Some exaggeration perhaps, but lots of us exaggerate how good a team we are, we are awful & any realistic assessment is that we are a long way from being able to compete with either of these sides, world beaters though they they aren't.

[Bridge hibs]

Yes I did, still raging though. :greengrinNae **** Sherlock 🤣

Aye its ****ing painful, Ive avoided all news today

[Hermit Crab]

You thought we'd skelp the Andorrans as well. Outlandish and striking statements but ultimately mean nothing. Games are played over 90+ mins, and last night will mean nothing by the time we kick off on the 10th.


We really should have skelped the Andorrans though.

[Hibernian Verse]

We really should have skelped the Andorrans though.

I'm only suggesting to you that what you expect to happen doesn't always happen. Teams rarely get "skelped" at all.

[Chorley Hibee]

If it is Sweden we need to be right up for it over there. Some of the European clubs make one heck of an atmosphere. Feel alot of players especially from lower English leagues can get easily overwhelmed by that.

Shows you just how crap the atmosphere at Easter Road (and most other Scottish grounds) is the majority of the time.

What I'd give to see Easter Road like that most weeks.

[CentreForward]

Thats a standing section they're not allowed to use in the conference league.

Either of those teams will skelp us comfortably. Our best chance is taking a lead over there or at the very least a draw. Both teams look very good in the highlights, Djungardens missed a couple of sitters too. That return leg could either way in Switzerland next week.

Thanks for explaining about the standing section didn’t know that. Agree they both looked good and a level well above us. Yes, return leg could still go either way so tie still very much in the balance.

[Alex Trager]

I'm only suggesting to you that what you expect to happen doesn't always happen. Teams rarely get "skelped" at all.

And those who do tend to be us 🌝

[Ringothedog]

And those who do tend to be us 🌝

We also give out our fare share of “skelpings”

[Keith_M]

A fine choice. Weather should be fine, fewer finer places than the Swiss Alps in summer 👍


Very true, mate. I just love the Alps


:aok:

[DickieDastardly]

I stayed in Lucerne for a couple of nights three weeks ago, a stop off while driving down to Como & Garda. A lovely city but expensive.

[K-Zazu]

https://youtu.be/-0XIFYkeiQg

[Hibees1973]

Cracking tie.

Hopefully not live on TV next Thursday.

We really need and should sell this out.

[Trinity Hibee]

Cracking tie.

Hopefully not live on TV next Thursday.

We really need and should sell this out.

You’d like to think they’ll show our away tie and hearts away tie

[lyonhibs]

Cracking tie.

Hopefully not live on TV next Thursday.

We really need and should sell this out.

Absolutely have to come over here with something to hold on to

[HendoDelivered]

Is the first leg at home?

[Trinity Hibee]

Is the first leg at home?

Looks like it

[TheGreenMan]

I'm sure we're definitely at home first, next Thursday

[hibee_girl]

Is the first leg at home?

Yes

https://twitter.com/HibernianFC/status/1687204090571325441

[GRA]

Is this the first time we've ever faced Swiss opposition in Europe?

[Trinity Hibee]

Is this the first time we've ever faced Swiss opposition in Europe?

Played lausanne in fairs cup early 60s

Correction we were drawn against them but didn’t play them. Shows as a walkover

[Lancs Harp]

Played lausanne in fairs cup early 60s

Correction we were drawn against them but didn’t play them. Shows as a walkover

They scratched.

[JohnM1875]

Bring them on. We're winning the whole ****ing lot!

In all seriousness, tough game but absolutely winnable over two legs. Buzzing for it.

[H18 SFR]

Heard leaving hospitality tonight that there is a strong chance that Swiss TV want next week to be a 6pm kick off.

Surely we can veto that?

[Bishop Hibee]

Heard leaving hospitality tonight that there is a strong chance that Swiss TV want next week to be a 6pm kick off.

Surely we can veto that?

Hopefully as I’m meant to be working til 6 next Thursday!

[Steven79]

Heard leaving hospitality tonight that there is a strong chance that Swiss TV want next week to be a 6pm kick off.

Surely we can veto that?Being selfish and living in Callander I would be all for that as we only got back home at 11:20 tonight.

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[SHODAN]

Waiting patiently for a Luzern forum user to log in on here and have a wee chat about the tie with us as did the Rijeka guy last time.

[SJNB Hibby]

Hopefully as I’m meant to be working til 6 next Thursday!
BBC Fixtures showing us playying them Wednesday....that can't be right

[007]

Heard leaving hospitality tonight that there is a strong chance that Swiss TV want next week to be a 6pm kick off.

Surely we can veto that?

Seems like a p**s-take where they're actually just trying to make it harder for us to attend.

A couple of years ago Celtic got to move a game v us back 2 days, even though we didn't want to. They were (supposedly) allowed to without our agreement because they were the home team. Appreciate this one is UEFA and not the SPFL but you'd hope it'd be similar and the home team would have more of a say on the kick off time.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Heard leaving hospitality tonight that there is a strong chance that Swiss TV want next week to be a 6pm kick off.

Surely we can veto that?

FFS most folk in 9 to 5 jobs work just that .. 9 to 5. There's simply no way Hibs should ever agree to such a ludicrous kick off time for a midweek game, if we do the baws f'ing well burst :bitchy:

Folk are already talking about a possible sell out for the game .. if Hibs were to agree to such a request there is absolutely no chance, none whatsoever, that we will.

[uwxm07]

Bring them on. We're winning the whole ****ing lot!

In all seriousness, tough game but absolutely winnable over two legs. Buzzing for it.

A positive post !
Must be an illusion but thank you !

[Onceinawhile]

BBC Fixtures showing us playying them Wednesday....that can't be right

Hibs have confirmed the game as the 10th.

That's the Thursday.

[JGS56]

UEFA website showing game on Thursday 10 August - KO 1930.

[basehibby]

Some exaggeration perhaps, but lots of us exaggerate how good a team we are, we are awful & any realistic assessment is that we are a long way from being able to compete with either of these sides, world beaters though they they aren't.

You are a prime example of someone exaggerating in the negative.
Hibs are absolutely nothing like "awful". I reckon we will give Luzern a good game and could well progress.

[Unseen work]

What terrifies me at the moment is our defence, that could be based on watching us play awful in general abroad and then last night when we were chucking most players forward and players got carried away/caught up in the occasion.

But I think Jeggo, especially away from home, could be a really important player for us.

[B.H.F.C]

What terrifies me at the moment is our defence, that could be based on watching us play awful in general abroad and then last night when we were chucking most players forward and players got carried away/caught up in the occasion.

But I think Jeggo, especially away from home, could be a really important player for us.

We look disjointed defensively. There has been changes, the goalie situation, the midfield not being settled either. Hopefully it starts to settle down in the next week or two. We’ll score in this tie, right back position in particular is a worry for me though. Still to see if we can rely on anyone in that position.

[Ryan91]

Think there was a Luzern fan on twitter commenting they they expected it to be a fairly entertaining tie between two teams who seem to be pretty good going forward but have shown defensive frailties at times.

[Hermit Crab]

We look disjointed defensively. There has been changes, the goalie situation, the midfield not being settled either. Hopefully it starts to settle down in the next week or two. We’ll score in this tie, right back position in particular is a worry for me though. Still to see if we can rely on anyone in that position.


Up front we are looking good but the Hanlon Stevenson partnership will cost us goals this season. Any nippy forwards are beating them for pace every day of the week. This opinion aint popular but you can guarantee they will cost us goals this season through defensive lapses.

Incidentally when do bookings reset? JDH, Stevenson and Newell all booked over the last 2 legs so if they pick up a booking next Thursday does that then rule them out of the away leg in Switzerland?

[Hermit Crab]

Think there was a Luzern fan on twitter commenting they they expected it to be a fairly entertaining tie between two teams who seem to be pretty good going forward but have shown defensive frailties at times.



Luzern let Djungarden have a lot of the ball, either that or they couldn't get the ball off them.

[B.H.F.C]

Up front we are looking good but the Hanlon Stevenson partnership will cost us goals this season. Any nippy forwards are beating them for pace every day of the week. This opinion aint popular but you can guarantee they will cost us goals this season through defensive lapses.

Incidentally when do bookings reset? JDH, Stevenson and Newell all booked over the last 2 legs so if they pick up a booking next Thursday does that then rule them out of the away leg in Switzerland?

Three bookings is a suspension. Couple of stupid ones last night.

[Hermit Crab]

Three bookings is a suspension. Couple of stupid ones last night.


Ah right, I thought it was 2. Nothing silly on Thursday please.

[Hermit Crab]

Their left back Frydek is a booking away from a suspension so get Boyle or Youan on him next week and just run at him. Go down at the slightest touch.

[hibee-boys]

Three bookings is a suspension. Couple of stupid ones last night.

We were saying that on Thursday night, you just don’t get away with those silly yellow card booking like you would in the SPL. Can’t remember who it was but standing right in front of the ball when they were trying to take a free kick will more than likely get you booked by a European ref, how often in the SPL? We really need to be a bit more streetwise in these games, particularly if it meant losing a player unnecessarily to suspension. I thought JDH was skating on thin ice in the second half the way he was flying into challenges. Granted we may not get that far for it to be an issue but certainly something to focus on for the next 2 games.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

You are a prime example of someone exaggerating in the negative.
Hibs are absolutely nothing like "awful". I reckon we will give Luzern a good game and could well progress.

Best indicator of how good we are is league position, the fifth best team in Scotland are always going to be poor in a European context, as evidenced by the record over many years of Scottish clubs who have qualified for Europe.

[7Hero]

If there is a chance if more Dosh and an early kick off then it's entirely possible the club will accept that

[coldingham hibs]

Up front we are looking good but the Hanlon Stevenson partnership will cost us goals this season. Any nippy forwards are beating them for pace every day of the week. This opinion aint popular but you can guarantee they will cost us goals this season through defensive lapses.

Incidentally when do bookings reset? JDH, Stevenson and Newell all booked over the last 2 legs so if they pick up a booking next Thursday does that then rule them out of the away leg in Switzerland?

Might not be popular but in my opinion our defence is fine with Hanlon & Stevenson, the problem is when Rocky is thrown into the mix, he isn’t good enough. A back line of Miller/Cadden, Hanlon, Fish & Stevenson did fine last season for the most part.

[Ronniekirk]

Might not be popular but in my opinion our defence is fine with Hanlon & Stevenson, the problem is when Rocky is thrown into the mix, he isn’t good enough. A back line of Miller/Cadden, Hanlon, Fish & Stevenson did fine last season for the most part.
Lewis s lack of height was exposed several times at the back post by that blonde player
Apart from that he put in a good shift but don’t think we can be starting him week in week out

[Tha Cabbage Kid]

Can we not play Obita at LB? He has a big frame and he is fast if he's good enough defensively then I think we have a good defence

[Borderhibbie76]

Might not be popular but in my opinion our defence is fine with Hanlon & Stevenson, the problem is when Rocky is thrown into the mix, he isn’t good enough. A back line of Miller/Cadden, Hanlon, Fish & Stevenson did fine last season for the most part.

I like Rocky but I have to agree - we were all over the place at the back when he came on the other night and he got skinned a couple of times - the Hanlon haters won't like it but we looked far less solid when he went off the other night

[Eyrie]

We were saying that on Thursday night, you just don’t get away with those silly yellow card booking like you would in the SPL. Can’t remember who it was but standing right in front of the ball when they were trying to take a free kick will more than likely get you booked by a European ref, how often in the SPL? We really need to be a bit more streetwise in these games, particularly if it meant losing a player unnecessarily to suspension. I thought JDH was skating on thin ice in the second half the way he was flying into challenges. Granted we may not get that far for it to be an issue but certainly something to focus on for the next 2 games.

It was Campbell at the free kick.

Every bit as dumb as Levitt's booking.

[LewysGot2]

Best indicator of how good we are is league position, the fifth best team in Scotland are always going to be poor in a European context, as evidenced by the record over many years of Scottish clubs who have qualified for Europe.

Bit more complex than that.

Early entry into European competitions can disadvantage countries where they play winter football. Scandinavian and Irish teams, for example, mid season in July. Scots club’s effectively pre season.

[Hibbyradge]

Up front we are looking good but the Hanlon Stevenson partnership will cost us goals this season. Any nippy forwards are beating them for pace every day of the week. This opinion aint popular but you can guarantee they will cost us goals this season through defensive lapses.

Incidentally when do bookings reset? JDH, Stevenson and Newell all booked over the last 2 legs so if they pick up a booking next Thursday does that then rule them out of the away leg in Switzerland?

At least you're consistent, HC.

You've been saying that for about 7 years.

[Hibbyradge]

Their left back Frydek is a booking away from a suspension so get Boyle or Youan on him next week and just run at him. Go down at the slightest touch.

I know where you're coming from but I'd rather they just skin him and put in a cross or get a shot away.

We also don't want any bookings for simulation but yes, keep pressurising him and if he fouls, so be it.

[Hermit Crab]

Highlights from Thursday, again the Swedes miss a host of very good chances. Luzerns left back skinned for the equaliser, a bit of pace will do him. Luzern absolutely cannot deal with high balls into their box. We will definitely get chances in both legs, big Vente to score home and away :greengrin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1THWhBllM8s

[ancient hibee]

Lewis s lack of height was exposed several times at the back post by that blonde player
Apart from that he put in a good shift but don’t think we can be starting him week in week out

St Mirren will have noted that. We were wide open2/3 times before we scored.Can’t do that tomorrow.

[Silversand]

Highlights from Thursday, again the Swedes miss a host of very good chances. Luzerns left back skinned for the equaliser, a bit of pace will do him. Luzern absolutely cannot deal with high balls into their box. We will definitely get chances in both legs, big Vente to score home and away :greengrin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1THWhBllM8sSounds good to me [emoji106][emoji16]

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[davhibby]

Bit more complex than that.

Early entry into European competitions can disadvantage countries where they play winter football. Scandinavian and Irish teams, for example, mid season in July. Scots club’s effectively pre season.

Sweden play summer football and all of their teams are out of the conference league already

[Hermit Crab]

Sweden play summer football and all of their teams are out of the conference league already


I think Swedish football may have declined sharply in recent years. Bar the odd exception, most teams get emptied fairly early on. Theres no way Malmo or any other Swedish side would come to ER now and do us like Malmo did back in 2013 for whenever it was.

[147lothian]

Sweden play summer football and all of their teams are out of the conference league already

Ahh the old chestnut, of teams half way through their season having an advantage.

[DH1875]

Ahh the old chestnut, of teams half way through their season having an advantage.

How many more games had they played so far compared to Luzern

[Hermit Crab]

How many more games had they played so far compared to Luzern


Round about 15/16 more league games played than Luzern so far.

[Alex Trager]

I think Swedish football may have declined sharply in recent years. Bar the odd exception, most teams get emptied fairly early on. Theres no way Malmo or any other Swedish side would come to ER now and do us like Malmo did back in 2013 for whenever it was.

Didn’t they put the huns out of the CL quals?

[Hermit Crab]

Didn’t they put the huns out of the CL quals?


Aye, 2 years ago, they're currently 3rd in the league but failed to qualify for Europe this season finishing 7th, 18 points off 1st place. I don't think the Swedish league is all that now.

Neither is the Swiss imo, Luzern drew 0-0 with Winterhur on the opening day who were absolute whipping boys last season and scraped league survival on the final day of the 22/23 season by winning 1-0 against St Gallen who had a man sent off in the 2nd minute. Last week Luzern scraped by newly promoted side Stade Lausanne -Ouchy who are playing in the Super League for the first time ever and look equally as bad as Winterhur. Young Boys of Bern and FC Zurich are decent but the rest are very beatable on our day.

[TheGog]

Luzern let Djungarden have a lot of the ball, either that or they couldn't get the ball off them.
I watched the first leg, and on the way back up from Blackpool watched the Djungarden league game. They looked very slick and efficient with the ball. Defo had my worries.

[SHODAN]

Given that today and that a number of our players are obviously fatiged, we'll need to mix things up quite a bit to get anything on Thursday. Starting some of our new signings would be a start.


Marshall

Miller Fish Hanlon Obita

Jeggo

Levitt Newell

Campbell

Youan Doidge

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

Agree with Diclonius need to start the new signings, would go with something like:

Boruc (Wollacott if fit though)

Miller Fish Hanlon Obita

Jeggo

Levitt Newell

Boyle Youan

Vente (or Doidge if not fit)


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[CapitalGreen]

Given that today and that a number of our players are obviously fatiged, we'll need to mix things up quite a bit to get anything on Thursday. Starting some of our new signings would be a start.


Marshall

Miller Fish Hanlon Obita

Jeggo

Levitt Newell

Campbell

Youan Doidge


How on earth is Campbell getting back into the team?

[CapitalGreen]

Agree with Diclonius need to start the new signings, would go with something like:

Boruc (Wollacott if fit though)

Miller Fish Hanlon Obita

Jeggo

Levitt Newell

Boyle Youan

Vente (or Doidge if not fit)

This has to be the team.

[B.H.F.C]

Agree with Diclonius need to start the new signings, would go with something like:

Boruc (Wollacott if fit though)

Miller Fish Hanlon Obita

Jeggo

Levitt Newell

Boyle Youan

Vente (or Doidge if not fit)


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I don’t think Doidge deserves to lose his place.

Jeggo must come in though. Priority number one needs to be to keep a clean sheet. I know it’s quite unlikely, but would be good if we gave ourselves a fighting chance of doing so.

[Hermit Crab]

Luzern lost 2-1 away to St Gallen today despite taking the lead.

3 games into their league. Lost 1, won 1 and drawn 1.

The have conceded a goal in 4 of their last 5.

[HendoDelivered]

Marshall (he will play unless injured)

Miller
Fish
Hanlon
Obita

Jeggo
Newell
Levitt

Boyler
Doidge
Youan

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Marshall

Miller
Fish
Hanlon
Obita

Levitt
Newell

Boyle
Vente
Youan

Doidge

[JammyDoidger]

It goes to show we've signed players without any real idea of how to fit them into a shape.

If we play a 4 at the back the full backs are rotten.
If we play a 3-5-2, we can't play all our best attacking players.

I'd try something like

New goalie(if Marshall's anything about him he should retire with a bit of pride)

Fish
Rocky
Hanlon

Boyle
Levitt
Jeggo
Newell
Obita

Doidge
Youan

[JammyDoidger]

Marshall

Miller
Fish
Hanlon
Obita

Levitt
Newell

Boyle
Vente
Youan

Doidge

One of the better suggestions tbf.

[Hibernia&Alba]

I know nothing about Swiss football, but I'm guessing they must be half decent and much better than the Andorrans. We need a good result at home.

[He's here!]

It goes to show we've signed players without any real idea of how to fit them into a shape.

If we play a 4 at the back the full backs are rotten.
If we play a 3-5-2, we can't play all our best attacking players.

I'd try something like

New goalie(if Marshall's anything about him he should retire with a bit of pride)

Fish
Rocky
Hanlon

Boyle
Levitt
Jeggo
Newell
Obita

Doidge
Youan

After today there's a fair bit riding on this game for LJ. If they brush us aside 2 or 3 nil (ie kill off the tie) the negativity will only intensify. He dug himself out of the hole created by the shocking display away to Inter by the fact we won so handsomely last Thursday but he's really set himself back again with today's result. Seems he never really learns how to maintain any sort of momentum.

[B.H.F.C]

I think the only way to get through the tie is to be really pragmatic. The biggest priority on Thursday has to be a clean sheet and anything beyond that is a very big bonus. You look at the success Rangers have had in Europe getting to a couple of finals and that’s the way they’ve done it.

It might mean doing something a bit different but if we try to go out and just attack them we’ll get picked off and the tie will be dead by the time we go over there.

Jeggo has to play in the middle of the park. Miller in at right back and I’d even consider going to a back three/five and just playing one of Boyle or Youan up top with Doidge.

[Tyler Durden]

I think the only way to get through the tie is to be really pragmatic. The biggest priority on Thursday has to be a clean sheet and anything beyond that is a very big bonus. You look at the success Rangers have had in Europe getting to a couple of finals and that’s the way they’ve done it.

It might mean doing something a bit different but if we try to go out and just attack them we’ll get picked off and the tie will be dead by the time we go over there.

Jeggo has to play in the middle of the park. Miller in at right back and I’d even consider going to a back three/five and just playing one of Boyle or Youan up top with Doidge.

Yeah I’d be tempted to leave Boyle out.

Marshall (don’t think it’d be fair to Boruc to start him)

Fish
Harbottle
Hanlon

Miller
Levitt
Jeggo
Newell
Obita

Youan
Doidge

[DH1875]

Yeah I’d be tempted to leave Boyle out.

Marshall (don’t think it’d be fair to Boruc to start him)

Fish
Harbottle
Hanlon

Miller
Levitt
Jeggo
Newell
Obita

Youan
Doidge

Harbottle isn't ready yet.

[hibee-boys]

Slightly off topic but anyone know what food options are available in the Albion Bar, thinking of upgrading to access to there and seat in the west for this game.

[Gatecrasher]

Why are so many people picking Obita? he looked awful today.

[CapitalGreen]

Why are so many people picking Obita? he looked awful today.

Because Stevenson was even worse and if FC Luzern have been scouting our games they will definitely be targeting his lack of height.

[Gatecrasher]

Because Stevenson was even worse and if FC Luzern have been scouting our games they will definitely be targeting his lack of height.

The thing is with Stevenson, imo at least you know what your getting and it's consistent. Obita has shown nothing, I'm not sure you can say he's better.

[Tyler Durden]

Why are so many people picking Obita? he looked awful today.

Definitely improved as the game went on. Also he maybe deserves the benefit of the doubt that he’s working towards fitness.

Stevenson has been awful for 3 games on the spin now. He’s done.

[B.H.F.C]

The thing is with Stevenson, imo at least you know what your getting and it's consistent. Obita has shown nothing, I'm not sure you can say he's better.

You certainly know what you’re getting from Stevenson at the moment and it’s not good. Obita came in to the game as it went on today and I think he might have something as he gets up to speed. The hour today will have helped.

[CapitalGreen]

The thing is with Stevenson, imo at least you know what your getting and it's consistent. Obita has shown nothing, I'm not sure you can say he's better.

Obita finished the game stronger than anything Stevenson has shown in his first 3 games of this season. Stevenson is currently one of the weakest links in our team, you don’t just keep him in because you know what you’re getting. It’s like not replacing Marshall because we don’t know if the replacement is guaranteed to be better.

[supermcginn]

Why are so many people picking Obita? he looked awful today.

Because he can actually cross a ball, Stevenson is finished and even struggled badly against a pub team in Andorra.

[Tyler Durden]

Harbottle isn't ready yet.

Based on?

[Nicho87]

Boruc
Miller Fish Harbottle Obita
Jeggo levitt Newell
Youane Vente Boyle

[Keepthefaith]

Because he can actually cross a ball, Stevenson is finished and even struggled badly against a pub team in Andorra.

Exactly this, obitas crossing was good, he's faster too. Lewy just looked done, can't remember seeing him overlap at all either.

We need miller and obita in, and a midfielder given specific instructions to play forward and through the middle! Our creativity was non existent today in midfield.

[Hibee Daft]

If Vente isnt starting id like us to try a defensive 442 and counter on the wings. Doidge and ALF also linked up pretty well today

Boruc

Miller
Fish
Hanlon
Obita

Newell
Levitt
Boyle
Youan

ALF
Doidge

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

If Vente isnt starting id like us to try a defensive 442 and counter on the wings. Doidge and ALF also linked up pretty well today

Boruc

Miller
Fish
Hanlon
Obita

Newell
Levitt
Boyle
Youan

ALF
Doidge

That midfield gets obliterated off the ball by a half decent team, nothing in there to win the ball back until the opposition get to the edge of our box, no thanks


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[overdrive]

The scary thing is Obita was utter pish until the final 20 mins. We’ve signed duds. Again! We’ve got a choice between an awful
Stevenson or an awful Obita. Not great.

[B.H.F.C]

The scary thing is Obita was utter pish until the final 20 mins. We’ve signed duds. Again! We’ve got a choice between an awful
Stevenson or an awful Obita. Not great.

I don’t think we can say we’ve signed duds until we’ve actually got them in the team and playing.

Obita took a while to get going but showed a bit when he did. He’s only got back training this week and the hour today will help him. ALF came on and made a difference and scored a good goal.

Levitt I was disappointed with but we know he’s not a bad player. We don’t have any idea how to use him though from what I can see.

[CockneyRebel]

That midfield gets obliterated off the ball by a half decent team, nothing in there to win the ball back until the opposition get to the edge of our box, no thanks


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Newell is the best at winning the ball back, check the stats.

[flash]

The scary thing is Obita was utter pish until the final 20 mins. We’ve signed duds. Again! We’ve got a choice between an awful
Stevenson or an awful Obita. Not great.

It was Obita's debut ffs.

[Willis1875]

Rocky will play before Harbottle imo

[flash]

Rocky will play before Harbottle imo

Was he injured yesterday?

[Since90+2]

I think the only way to get through the tie is to be really pragmatic. The biggest priority on Thursday has to be a clean sheet and anything beyond that is a very big bonus. You look at the success Rangers have had in Europe getting to a couple of finals and that’s the way they’ve done it.

It might mean doing something a bit different but if we try to go out and just attack them we’ll get picked off and the tie will be dead by the time we go over there.

Jeggo has to play in the middle of the park. Miller in at right back and I’d even consider going to a back three/five and just playing one of Boyle or Youan up top with Doidge.

It worked for Rangers keeping clean sheets at home when away goals counted for double, they don't anymore. We'll need to win on Thursday to have any chance of going through.

[Callum_62]

Was he injured yesterday?Suspended from the tynie incident

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[lyonhibs]

Not an expert on Swiss football despite my time here but I think we'll need to take them on in "typical Scottish team" fashion, meaning pace, aggression, pressing etc. Tippy tappy ball retention tactics will play right into their hands, I don't think we'll stand much of a chance trying to be more technical/clever than them.

But if we can't beat St Mirren at home then it might well be a moot point tbh

[Hibernian Verse]

It worked for Rangers keeping clean sheets at home when away goals counted for double, they don't anymore. We'll need to win on Thursday to have any chance of going through.

There were no away goals when they got to the final.

[GreenGray]

The scary thing is Obita was utter pish until the final 20 mins. We’ve signed duds. Again! We’ve got a choice between an awful
Stevenson or an awful Obita. Not great.

Still not sure what Obita's actual position is? Think we need to sign a left and right back to be honest.

[Hibernian Verse]

Not an expert on Swiss football despite my time here but I think we'll need to take them on in "typical Scottish team" fashion, meaning pace, aggression, pressing etc. Tippy tappy ball retention tactics will play right into their hands, I don't think we'll stand much of a chance trying to be more technical/clever than them.

But if we can't beat St Mirren at home then it might well be a moot point tbh

Come on Pete, you know better than that :greengrin

It's 90 mins of football, anything can (and will) happen.

[LewysGot2]

Was he injured yesterday?

Suspended

[Jim44]

I know there’s a Lake Lucerne but there must be a Mount Lucerne as well because we’ve definitely got one to climb.

[Greenworld]

Is there tv coverage of this game ?

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[lyonhibs]

I know there’s a Lake Lucerne but there must be a Mount Lucerne as well because we’ve definitely got one to climb.

https://www.pilatus.ch/en/

This is the local one, hope we can arrange a metaphorical cogwheel railway because **** walking up that!

[McGruber]

A massive massive IF - but some interesting potential ties if we get past Luzern. SJM coming back with Villa, nostalgic tie with Dnipro, AZ Alkmar looking to top their last scoreline with Scottish team...

[Onceinawhile]

There were no away goals when they got to the final.

I'm assuming he's talking about the first time in Manchester, rather than recently in Seville.

[I'm Spartacus]

This could be a cricket score :(

This is his team, his selections, his philosophy, zero finger pointing elsewhere.

[sauzeelegod]

It goes to show we've signed players without any real idea of how to fit them into a shape.

If we play a 4 at the back the full backs are rotten.
If we play a 3-5-2, we can't play all our best attacking players.

I'd try something like

New goalie(if Marshall's anything about him he should retire with a bit of pride)

Fish
Rocky
Hanlon

Boyle
Levitt
Jeggo
Newell
Obita

Doidge
Youan

343 might be the way to go.
Boyle
Vente
Youan up top

[BoomtownHibees]

343 might be the way to go.
Boyle
Vente
Youan up top

Not if it means playing Rocky

[DH1875]

Is there tv coverage of this game ?

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Its supposed to be on BBC Scotland channel but thats not been confirmed I don't think. They are ment to be showing it though.

[Hibernian Verse]

Are Block Seven getting behind the goals again?

[JimBHibees]

You certainly know what you’re getting from Stevenson at the moment and it’s not good. Obita came in to the game as it went on today and I think he might have something as he gets up to speed. The hour today will have helped.

Thought Obita came onto a game and had one excellent run where he skinned the full back and also put over a few decent crosses. Thought he was ok.

[Tambo]

Marshall

Rocky
Fish
Hanlon

Miller
Obita

Jeggo
Levitt
Newell

Doidge
Youan

I don't Boyle will start this one and I'm not sure if Vente is match ready yet.

This lineup might not be as attacking as it could be, would rather be chasing the game in the 60th minute rather than the 20th.

We need to keep it tight first half and the way things have been going I would like to see 3 at the back.

[hibee1875]

Looks like a lot of ST holders haven’t taken up the option of their seat

[Smartie]

Thought Obita came onto a game and had one excellent run where he skinned the full back and also put over a few decent crosses. Thought he was ok.

He came onto a decent game but prior to our decent spell he was as pish as the rest of them.

[Hibernia&Alba]

Looks like a lot of ST holders haven’t taken up the option of their seat

I just received the e-mail about general sale. It would be somewhat surprising if a lot of ST holders aren't bothering. European ties aren't to be sniffed at.

[007]

Highlights for their game yesterday v St Gallen. https://youtu.be/NtehoUbX66I

[Smartie]

I just received the e-mail about general sale. It would be somewhat surprising if a lot of ST holders aren't bothering. European ties aren't to be sniffed at.

They're also a chance to sit in different places, with different people.

We'll get a good crowd, no doubt about it.

[CapitalGreen]

Highlights for their game yesterday v St Gallen. https://youtu.be/NtehoUbX66I

Good counter attack for their goal but more evidence that they struggle to deal with crosses into their box. Goal keeper looks a bit dodgy too, parrying a lot and didn’t cover himself in glory for the first goal.

[Murtini]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

[Billy Whizz]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Welcome and thanks for the update. Are you going to the 1st leg at ER?

[Murtini]

Welcome and thanks for the update. Are you going to the 1st leg at ER?

Sadly, no. I'm banking on us getting through and going to Villa ha.

[Smartie]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Interesting stuff, thanks for the contribution.

What are the bets we go full 80s Wimbledon again then, to try to exploit any vulnerability that they may have at the back? Either Doidge / Boyle or Doidge / Youan might be the big man / mobile one combo to go for there, with ALF to come on later in the game?

Saves us having to try to create anything through midfield?

[KWJ]

Interesting stuff, thanks for the contribution.

What are the bets we go full 80s Wimbledon again then, to try to exploit any vulnerability that they may have at the back? Either Doidge / Boyle or Doidge / Youan might be the big man / mobile one combo to go for there, with ALF to come on later in the game?

Saves us having to try to create anything through midfield?

I can't see us deliberately doing that from the off. The gameplan must be to have Newell and/or Levitt feeding Scott Alan style passes in behind defences for Boyle and Youan to get into with either them scoring or cutting back to a striker, each other or a Josh Campbell type running in. Looks great on paper. Looked brutal on Sunday.

[Hibernian Verse]

I can't see us deliberately doing that from the off. The gameplan must be to have Newell and/or Levitt feeding Scott Alan style passes in behind defences for Boyle and Youan to get into with either them scoring or cutting back to a striker, each other or a Josh Campbell type running in. Looks great on paper. Looked brutal on Sunday.

We were against a back 5 on Sunday which we really seem to struggle with. Hopefully Luzern go 4 ATB, which it sounds like they will.

[Hermit Crab]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.


That was the most obvious thing I noticed on watching the highlights of your games, you struggle to deal with high balls into the box. So expect us to shell your back 4 with crosses if we can get the ball off you. We have 2 strikers who are 6ft plus and expect them to start (Vente and Doidge)

Your LB Frydek is a booking away from a suspension and not very fast either so I expect our speedy wingers to run at him.

[Allant1981]

Game is now being shown on bbc

[KWJ]

We were against a back 5 on Sunday which we really seem to struggle with. Hopefully Luzern go 4 ATB, which it sounds like they will.

Good point :agree:

[SHODAN]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Welcome!

Any idea what your average wages/transfer budget tends to be? I imagine it'll be a fair bit higher than ours.

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Cheers for all of that, the Frick you mention wouldn’t be the guy that scored at Hampden for Lichtenstein would it?


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[nonshinyfinish]

Cheers for all of that, the Frick you mention wouldn’t be the guy that scored at Hampden for Lichtenstein would it?

Yeah, same guy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Frick_(footballer)

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

Yeah, same guy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Frick_(footballer)

Interesting, cheers!


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[Murtini]

Welcome!

Any idea what your average wages/transfer budget tends to be? I imagine it'll be a fair bit higher than ours.

I've no idea honestly but we tend to spend very little on transfers. Rarely spend over £1m on a player.

We made a loss of £3m last year but that was fine as long as Jashari was sold. He's still here and by the sounds of it he's staying. Going through to the groups would probably mean we could keep him.

We rely a lot on our academy. Burch, Jashari, Loretz, Villiger, Ottiger all first teamers who came through the youth team.

[Hibernian Verse]

Mario Frick has demanded a response from his Luzern players after delivering them a few "home truths" ahead of their clash with Hibs.

The Swiss side eliminated Djurgarden to set up a Europa Conference League trip to Easter Road but boss Frick has been less than happy with his side's performances over the piece. While Lee Johnson watched his team battle back from two goals down only to lose at the death to St Mirren, Luzern threw a lead against St Gallen and tasted defeat for the first time this season.

Echoing Johnson's first half changes against Saints, Frick made a host of subs and the former Lichtenstein striker was involved in an angry bust-up with a member of the opposition bench after the game. And he held a clear-the-air meeting the next day. But Frick stressed they're going to Edinbugh to win despite the state of flux they find themselves in.

Hibs land Aston Villa as Hearts draw Hajduk Split or PAOK if they reach Europa Conference League playoff rounddailyrecord
He said: "What would be a good result in the first leg? We are absolutely going to Edinburgh to win the game. We had a meeting on Monday and it was good to get a few things off our chest. I had to tell a few home truths.

"It can happen that you don’t always achieve 100 per cent performance. But not bringing the right mentality to the pitch is not acceptable. I conveyed my values and my principles to the team, told the players what I expect, namely that we all pull together and I think my words got through.

"I watched Hibs' game on Sunday. I think their manager was also as upset as me. because he took two players off in the first half. With the exception of Celtic and Rangers, I thought most Scottish teams play in a similar way. They play a simple game, with a lot of energy, intensity and are physically strong.

"Hibs are very good on the wings on the counter-attack. I had a gut feeling that we would get Aston Villa in the next round, but that will mean nothing if we don't show the right attitude against Hibs."

[Hibernian Verse]

Think Frick already has us beat talking about getting Aston Villa...

[flash]

Think Frick already has us beat talking about getting Aston Villa...

To be fair the last sentence suggests completely the opposite.

[Hibbyradge]

Frick chucking his players under a bus heren

"It can happen that you don’t always achieve 100 per cent performance. But not bringing the right mentality to the pitch is not acceptable. I conveyed my values and my principles to the team, told the players what I expect, namely that we all pull together and I think my words got through."

:greengrin

[Hibernian Verse]

Frick chucking his players under a bus heren

"It can happen that you don’t always achieve 100 per cent performance. But not bringing the right mentality to the pitch is not acceptable. I conveyed my values and my principles to the team, told the players what I expect, namely that we all pull together and I think my words got through."

:greengrin

Remind you of anyone? :greengrin

[Hibbyradge]

Remind you of anyone? :greengrin

Doesn't ring any bells.

No wait, yes it does.

It reminds me of every single manager in living history. :wink:

[flash]

Frick chucking his players under a bus heren

"It can happen that you don’t always achieve 100 per cent performance. But not bringing the right mentality to the pitch is not acceptable. I conveyed my values and my principles to the team, told the players what I expect, namely that we all pull together and I think my words got through."

:greengrin

The same folk who slate LJ for this will probably praise Frick for taking no nonsense from his players.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Sounds like a team with dread I say it, an identity 😯
I really wouldn't know how to describe this Hibs team to a Luzern fan!

[Hermit Crab]

Sounds like a team with dread I say it, an identity 😯
I really wouldn't know how to describe this Hibs team to a Luzern fan!


Thats easy - pish, or kocken.

[JammyDoidger]

Didn't realise St.Johnstone knocked this mob out a few years back, never qualified for a group stage, realistically this is a great opportunity, one that under Lennon I think we would manage to get through, but with this wee fool in charge, I very much expect us to blow it.

[SickBoy32]

Didn't realise St.Johnstone knocked this mob out a few years back, never qualified for a group stage, realistically this is a great opportunity, one that under Lennon I think we would manage to get through, but with this wee fool in charge, I very much expect us to blow it.

Agree with this mate, don't think this Swiss lot are anything special at all

A good hibs side (and manager) should see them off

Time will tell I guess, here's hoping!!

[Hibernian Verse]

Didn't realise St.Johnstone knocked this mob out a few years back, never qualified for a group stage, realistically this is a great opportunity, one that under Lennon I think we would manage to get through, but with this wee fool in charge, I very much expect us to blow it.

That was almost a decade ago though, and they won the Swiss Cup last year.

[JammyDoidger]

That was almost a decade ago though, and they won the Swiss Cup last year.

A half decent Hibs should be beating these for me, we aren't going to reach the group stages regardless right enough after the draw but these are the type of teams we need to be putting out. Give the fans something to shout about.

[Hermit Crab]

That was almost a decade ago though, and they won the Swiss Cup last year.


And I believe they were going through a bad patch and nearly went bust as well during that period. In recent years they have had a massive resurgence. No way should we underestimate them. They are probably a better team than us but definitely beatable. A very young team and they will make mistakes, we just need to capitalise.

[Hibernian Verse]

And I believe they were going through a bad patch and nearly went bust as well during that period. In recent years they have had a massive resurgence. No way should we underestimate them. They are probably a better team than us but definitely beatable. A very young team and they will make mistakes, we just need to capitalise.

Aye but Neil Lennon

[JammyDoidger]

Aye but Neil Lennon

Neil Lennon had a Celtic team beating Barcelona, tony watt scoring the winner, proven in Europe, Lee Johnson, not got a patch on that. Also got a very good result for Hibs in brondby and Greece.

[Tambo]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Don't worry we can be vulnerable to crosses in the box also

Interesting with the two holding defensive midfielders, will probably be a case of Campbell starting for some high press.

That's if Lee has done his homework.

[Hermit Crab]

Don't worry we can be vulnerable to crosses in the box also

Interesting with the two holding defensive midfielders, will probably be a case of Campbell starting for some high press.

That's if Lee has done his homework.


He's probably getting his info from this thread.

[Power]

Supporters will be able to watch the game live on the BBC Scotland Channel, BBC iPlayer or the BBC Scotland sport website

Hibs TV will be showing the game live to international subscribers

For the countries excluded from Hibs TV's international broadcast, here is where you can catch the game:
• Switzerland - SRG
• USA - CBS
• Ukraine - Poverhnost
• Slovakia & Czech Republic - Arena TV Slovakia

[Keith_M]

Supporters will be able to watch the game live on the BBC Scotland Channel, BBC iPlayer or the BBC Scotland sport website

Hibs TV will be showing the game live to international subscribers

For the countries excluded from Hibs TV's international broadcast, here is where you can catch the game:
• Switzerland - SRG
• USA - CBS
• Ukraine - Poverhnost
• Slovakia & Czech Republic - Arena TV Slovakia


:aok:

[greenginger]

Just had a look at the Luzern web page.

Their chairman is Stefan Wolf !

Born to be Wild maybe. :greengrin

[erin go bragh]

Open at 5pm now for away tickets but when I click on the official link, it’s going to the home game

[Silversand]

Open at 5pm now for away tickets but when I click on the official link, it’s going to the home gameSame here

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[Cardinal G]

Open at 5pm now for away tickets but when I click on the official link, it’s going to the home game

Same here

[erin go bragh]

Same here
Now I’m getting in but it’s saying no seats available matching your criteria
I’m wanting 3 but even if I put one it’s saying the same think, even after clearing my preferences

[Silversand]

Now I’m getting in but it’s saying no seats available matching your criteria
I’m wanting 3 but even if I put one it’s saying the same think, even after clearing my preferencesI'm sorted now, but only because I had 2 tickets in my basket from the old link [emoji50]

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[Silversand]

New email has just arrived with new link [emoji106]


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[erin go bragh]

New email has just arrived with new link [emoji106]


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Still can’t get any
how do I get the new link pal

[Silversand]

Still can’t get any
how do I get the new link palhttps://www.eticketing.co.uk/hibernianfc/EDP/Event/Index/3567

But believe they may be sold out. Potential for more to be made available according to Keiron Power.

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[Cardinal G]

Hello guys. I'm a Luzern fan from the UK. Started following them around 2 years ago when I got into the Swiss league. Didn't fancy following one of the big boys and for some reason Luzern stuck out.

I'll just give you all a brief rundown of the system we play, our strengths and weaknesses. Frick likes to operate either a 4-1-4-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with at least two of the central midfielders focusing on defending. We rely a lot on our full backs providing the width and the two wingers/inside forwards supporting our lone striker.

Strengths - Strong cohesion within the group. A lot of the players have been together for a while now. We like to play a short passing game focusing on keeping hold of the ball especially at home. We have a very good goalkeeper even if he did look a little suspect with the first goal he conceded at the weekend.

Weaknesses - Vulnerable to crosses in the box. Other than Beka who is 6'6, our other defenders aren't the tallest so we are vulnerable to crosses in the air. We're also rash in challenges, love diving into challenges and we concede a lot of fouls.

I don't know much about Hibs, but I do believe Djurgardens would've been a much tougher opponent for you guys. We were very lucky to go through in that tie. As for our personnel, we have pretty much our first 11 available now that Jashari has decided he wants to play for us again. Only a backup striker and winger are missing.

Thanks for that, can I ask as having missed out on tickets in away end what would be best area to get them in home end and is the home end likely to sell out? Thanks

[Murtini]

Thanks for that, can I ask as having missed out on tickets in away end what would be best area to get them in home end and is the home end likely to sell out? Thanks

Whenever an away following sells out, away fans will sit in the stand right next to the away fans behind the goal. In your case it would be where the "migros" sign is at the start of the below video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1THWhBllM8s&ab_channel=DIFNYTT

Luzern are expecting a big crowd as season ticket holders go free but there should be areas free near the Hibs fans.

[Cardinal G]

Whenever an away following sells out, away fans will sit in the stand right next to the away fans behind the goal. In your case it would be where the "migros" sign is at the start of the below video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1THWhBllM8s&ab_channel=DIFNYTT

Luzern are expecting a big crowd as season ticket holders go free but there should be areas free near the Hibs fans.

Thanks for that will have a look now.

[Malthibby]

Just had a look at the Luzern web page.

Their chairman is Stefan Wolf !

Born to be Wild maybe. :greengrin


Good spot. Under 60s need not apply,,,,:wink:

[DH1875]

So has this sold out? Seems like quite a few folk are still looking for a ticket.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.

[marinello59]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.

That’s a shame, not really helping their fellow fans who missed out.

[the_ginger_hibee]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.

Brutal. Bring back loyalty points.

[Hermit Crab]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.

That wasn’t possible unless you have more than one season ticket. And this is also why collection over there from Hibs reps with a valid ID would have been a good thing. That would stop all the scamming

[Hermit Crab]

So has this sold out? Seems like quite a few folk are still looking for a ticket.

From the fishy site.

Our initial allocation of tickets has now sold out! The Club are currently in dialogue with FC Luzern to enquire about receiving additional tickets.

Full details of any additional tickets will be communicated in due course.

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

I ****in hate toblerone (I don’t) and yodelling is just glorified noise. Mon the ****in hibs


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[JamesHFC]

Ticket sales are very poor so far considering how important the game is. Sunday's result has really drained a lot of people it seems.

[Unseen work]

Ticket sales are very poor so far considering how important the game is. Sunday's result has really drained a lot of people it seems.

It is disappointing for sure, especially when some fans will moan the clubs aim is to qualify for Europe but when we get there we are underprepared/don’t put up a fight or whatever. But we as fans don’t get the best numbers at home for this tie, however there are several caveats to that;

The congestion and timing of the fixtures makes it so hard for fans especially when it’s a Thursday night after they finish work and it’s on TV.

A lot of fans have already spent a fortune this season whether it be season tickets, strips, trips to Andorra etc etc so more money out is very difficult especially at a time like this.

All that said about money etc, but if the team never lost to a rotten andorran team in a very poor manner and then again to St Mirren in just as bad a manner then I’ve no doubt the place would be sold out.

The players need to realise they need to do more and can’t take the big crowds etc for granted.

I don’t know if getting Villa in the next round will have deflated some too as they know there’s no chance we beat them if we make it.

[Since90+2]

It is disappointing for sure, especially when some fans will moan the clubs aim is to qualify for Europe but when we get there we are underprepared/don’t put up a fight or whatever. But we as fans don’t get the best numbers at home for this tie, however there are several caveats to that;

The congestion and timing of the fixtures makes it so hard for fans especially when it’s a Thursday night after they finish work and it’s on TV.

A lot of fans have already spent a fortune this season whether it be season tickets, strips, trips to Andorra etc etc so more money out is very difficult especially at a time like this.

All that said about money etc, but if the team never lost to a rotten andorran team in a very poor manner and then again to St Mirren in just as bad a manner then I’ve no doubt the place would be sold out.

The players need to realise they need to do more and can’t take the big crowds etc for granted.

I don’t know if getting Villa in the next round will have deflated some too as they know there’s no chance we beat them if we make it.

I sort of agree with your last paragraph.

We now know we are out of Europe if we progress so although it's a glamour tie against AV its also a sort of dead rubber against Luzern if you get what I mean.

Villa will hammer us, I think everyone knows that, so it puts a strange sort of slant on the tie with Luzern now.

[Brooster]

I sort of agree with your last paragraph.

We now know we are out of Europe if we progress so although it's a glamour tie against AV its also a sort of dead rubber against Luzern if you get what I mean.

Villa will hammer us, I think everyone knows that, so it puts a strange sort of slant on the tie with Luzern now.

A dead rubber? Are you actually right in the heed?

[flash]

A dead rubber? Are you actually right in the heed?

Aye if we get through can't see more than 6000 turning up for the Villa game.

[Cysat]

A dead rubber? Are you actually right in the heed?
The keyword is Stevenage.
If it is Hibs or us, one has to remember this upset and try to copy it.

[flash]

The keyword is Stevenage.
If it is Hibs or us, one has to remember this upset and try to copy it.

If only Unai Emery wasn't the most prolific trophy winner in the history of European competition.::greengrin

[Johnny_Leith]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.

Face value? That's a disgrace if not.

[Joe6-2]

Good spot. Under 60s need not apply,,,,:wink:

😂😂

[DH1875]

Brutal. Bring back loyalty points.

Wouldn't work on this occasion as those on the higher points not going would just buy the ticket and then pass it on to someone else. Think that this has maybe happened with the Hibs first tickets anyway as surprised at how quickly the tickets sold out and how many folk are still looking for tickets.

[lyonhibs]

So has this sold out? Seems like quite a few folk are still looking for a ticket.

Currently yes. Crossing everything that extra tickets get released to us or it's the home end for me and plenty of others

[erin go bragh]

Looks like quite a few bought more than one as spares being offered on Facebook.
Three of us have already paid for the flights and missed out on tickets
Messaged Kieran Power and he replied this
Thanks for getting in touch. I’m hopeful of more tickets.


Luzern are holding back the next again section beside the away section of C6 to assess availability for more.

How much more will depend on how Luzern’s own ticket sales go - they’ll look after their own in the first instance, as would we (they’ve indicated it is likely we’ll get more - anything up to a max of 800 more).

Their last game against Djurgarden had an attendance of 13,346 in a stadium capacity of c17k.


I seen firsthand that it was just a case of refresh filters and repeat (only ever trying for one or two tickets at a time because of the sheet volume trying for multiple seats together).


I hope your perseverance pays off in the greatest way.

Best wishes
Kieran
so hopefully get sorted soon 🤞🇳🇬

[Phil MaGlass]

Aye if we get through can't see more than 6000 turning up for the Villa game.

16-20,000 atleast

[Hermit Crab]

Three of us have already paid for the flights and missed out on tickets
Messaged Kieran Power and he replied this
Thanks for getting in touch. I’m hopeful of more tickets.


Luzern are holding back the next again section beside the away section of C6 to assess availability for more.

How much more will depend on how Luzern’s own ticket sales go - they’ll look after their own in the first instance, as would we (they’ve indicated it is likely we’ll get more - anything up to a max of 800 more).

Their last game against Djurgarden had an attendance of 13,346 in a stadium capacity of c17k.


I seen firsthand that it was just a case of refresh filters and repeat (only ever trying for one or two tickets at a time because of the sheet volume trying for multiple seats together).


I hope your perseverance pays off in the greatest way.

Best wishes
Kieran
so hopefully get sorted soon 🤞🇳🇬


That bit doesn't make sense because the tickets just say general admission. There were no rows or seat numbers to choose from.

5 of my group are ST holders but not on the Hibs first scheme and one of the group managed to get 5 tickets at once, all assigned to each person who i s going.

[HendoDelivered]

They have some ultras group so be interesting to see how many they bring tonight. They’ll make plenty noise!

[Hermit Crab]

Wouldn't work on this occasion as those on the higher points not going would just buy the ticket and then pass it on to someone else. Think that this has maybe happened with the Hibs first tickets anyway as surprised at how quickly the tickets sold out and how many folk are still looking for tickets.


What would have worked though was a collection process over there with the relevant ID and confirmation email. Pain in the erse - yes, but it completely eliminates the jokers who buy to pass on either at face value or inflated price because they'd actually have to travel to collect their ticket.

I'm sure the TA do that as well, randomly select a percentage of the away support who have to collect tickets over there.

If we get though Villa away will be a carve up for tickets.

[the_ginger_hibee]

Wouldn't work on this occasion as those on the higher points not going would just buy the ticket and then pass it on to someone else. Think that this has maybe happened with the Hibs first tickets anyway as surprised at how quickly the tickets sold out and how many folk are still looking for tickets.

I'm not too sure of that. Those on the highest points would have been the ones who'd be going anyway I'd imagine. And at least you'd guarantee the ones attending most would get a ticket, not those who've paid £50 or borrowed a season ticket holders client ref. As HC says, your point could be addressed with ID checks for those collecting tickets.

I know it's only an issue a few times a season but the current setup doesn't really reward those that attend most & it carries a degree of luck with the e-ticketing site. It can't be hard for us to look at other clubs / international teams and work out the best system. HibsFirst probably works at lower numbers & when used right, as an example I heard one or two who said it was like £50 to guarantee Tynecastle tickets and that's not really how the scheme was intended, especially when those folk don't bother most away games.

[LewysGot2]

Aye if we get through can't see more than 6000 turning up for the Villa game.

No chance :confused:

SJM returns?

:not worth

[Leith Green]

16-20,000 atleast


Would be pretty close to selling out as soon as the tickets went on sale.. would the home leg be 1st or 2nd?

[lyonhibs]

Aye if we get through can't see more than 6000 turning up for the Villa game.

This can't be a serious statement can it?

[Onceinawhile]

This can't be a serious statement can it?

fairly sure, he's being wide about the person calling tonight a "dead rubber" as AV will "smash us"

[Since90+2]

fairly sure, he's being wide about the person calling tonight a "dead rubber" as AV will "smash us"

Dead rubber probably wasnt the correct term, but both teams are now essentially playing for the chance to get hammered off an English Premier League team.

That does lessen the tie somewhat IMO, when we know there's absolutely no chance we'll get passed the next round.

[Hibernian Verse]

Dead rubber probably wasnt the correct term, but both teams are now essentially playing for the chance to get hammered off an English Premier League team.

That does lessen the tie somewhat IMO, when we know there's absolutely no chance we'll get passed the next round.

What's the point in being in any competition that we're not going to win?

Starting with the Scottish Premiership, Scottish Cup, Scottish League Cup, and Europa Conference.

Be as well just shutting up shop at ER.

[.Sean.]

16-20,000 atleast
We’ll sell out v Villa and I presume they’d get half the South Stand. This would be our biggest home fixture in years

[BoomtownHibees]

Dead rubber probably wasnt the correct term, but both teams are now essentially playing for the chance to get hammered off an English Premier League team.

That does lessen the tie somewhat IMO, when we know there's absolutely no chance we'll get passed the next round.

It doesn’t, or shouldn’t, lessen it whatsoever. A chance to get through and play a glamour tie and make a fair bit of cash.

[Since90+2]

What's the point in being in any competition that we're not going to win?

Starting with the Scottish Premiership, Scottish Cup, Scottish League Cup, and Europa Conference.

Be as well just shutting up shop at ER.

I suppose because the holy grail is now group stage European football, something the club has never achieved.

I get others feel differently and that's absolutely fine, I'd have just preferred a tie where we had even a small chance of qualification to keep that dream alive.

[Keepthefaith]

It doesn’t, or shouldn’t, lessen it whatsoever. A chance to get through and play a glamour tie and make a fair bit of cash.

It's also about where we are in our development as a club. New DoF is just in the door, good crop of young players coming through. I think we'd take beating Lucerne and going out against villa as progress this season with the idea to finish 3rd next season and make it to Europa League.

[Ringothedog]

My away tickets have just arrived 😁

[DH1875]

Thread getting confusing as folk mixing up the home and away games.

[jacomo]

Dead rubber probably wasnt the correct term, but both teams are now essentially playing for the chance to get hammered off an English Premier League team.

That does lessen the tie somewhat IMO, when we know there's absolutely no chance we'll get passed the next round.


There’s always a chance.

Albeit, in this case, a very small one! :greengrin

[Lago]

I have my doubts as to whether Hibs can get past the Swiss over 2 legs which is a pity as it would have been nice to see SJM back, although the thought of Olly Watkins up against Paul Hanlon :rolleyes:

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

Dead rubber probably wasnt the correct term, but both teams are now essentially playing for the chance to get hammered off an English Premier League team.

That does lessen the tie somewhat IMO, when we know there's absolutely no chance we'll get passed the next round.

There’s always a chance, very slim chance but a chance none the less. That’s the whole point of sport and why people love it, anyone can win when it comes down to it if things go their way.


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[Cysat]

They have some ultras group so be interesting to see how many they bring tonight. They’ll make plenty noise!

Unfortunately only like half the people we brought to Sweden, which was a very expensive trip as well.
Only 1 week in advance, Edinburgh festival and not too many flight options were another obstacle.
But I assume, the ones who are out tonight should represent us well. I pretty much envy them.

[Keith_M]

Unfortunately only like half the people we brought to Sweden, which was a very expensive trip as well.
Only 1 week in advance, Edinburgh festival and not too many flight options were another obstacle.
But I assume, the ones who are out tonight should represent us well. I pretty much envy them.


Yeah, Edinburgh is unfortunately packed at this time of year and must have been a nightmare for any of you guys trying to get flights.

Never mind, you should have no problem getting to Birmingham in the next round ;-)

[SteveHFC]

My away tickets have just arrived 😁

Anything on the back of the tickets mate?.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

We’ll sell out v Villa and I presume they’d get half the South Stand. This would be our biggest home fixture in years

Would still be lots of moaning about ticket prices no doubt.

[Hermit Crab]

Anything on the back of the tickets mate?.


I think he's at the wind up. Hibs said Friday would be the first day for collection or for posted tickets being sent out.

[LaMotta]

Anything on the back of the tickets mate?.

My 4 arrived this morning. Nothing written on back by TO if that's what you mean?

[Clarence]

fairly sure, he's being wide about the person calling tonight a "dead rubber" as AV will "smash us"

Were they playing football catchphrase bingo? The AV game might seem like a dead rubber but we might have won a watch in signing Dylan Vente and we could really lay down a marker if we edge passed them but anyway taking on a top top club like them is really a free hit.

[SteveHFC]

My 4 arrived this morning. Nothing written on back by TO if that's what you mean?

Yeah that’s what I meant mate.

[LaMotta]

Yeah that’s what I meant mate.

:aok: There is a QR code though for pizza, burger and steak deals in Lucerne:greengrin

Although at 40-50 quid a steak I think I'll be heading for McDonalds on this trip for food.

[Cysat]

:aok: There is a QR code though for pizza, burger and steak deals in Lucerne:greengrin

Although at 40-50 quid a steak I think I'll be heading for McDonalds on this trip for food.

Try for example the restaurant "Made in Sud" for delicious Italian cuisine and reasonable prizes in Swiss terms.

Also there are some nice Asian restaurants which won't cost a fortune (Phanat Thai, Khoua Vientiane and more)

[Since90+2]

There’s always a chance, very slim chance but a chance none the less. That’s the whole point of sport and why people love it, anyone can win when it comes down to it if things go their way.


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You know what? You're right.

Let's dream big. Get passed the Swiss. And bring on the Brummies.

[lyonhibs]

Right set of dirty ***** based on that "performance"

[DH1875]

Great result going into 2nd leg. Hopefully everyone heading over gets a ticket now.

[SteveHFC]

Really can’t wait for next Thursday. Going to be some party.