Dylan Levitt.

[Unseen work]

On the bench last 2 weeks but not got any minutes.

Anyone know what the deal is with him?

Easing him back in slowly? Jeggo and Newell doing well or Montgomery not as keen? (Doubt it though)

[Centre Hawf]

I imagine with his injury record he's mostly being looked after properly as opposed to being rushed.

[GreenNWhiteArmy]

Maybe start midweek?

[Donegal Hibby]

Maybe start midweek?

Can't drop Newell from our midfield and Jeggo has had two very good games now . Tough one , isn't it ?🤔

[JohnM1875]

Could it not be as simple as we already have our best midfield two?

Maybe Levitt won't be as effective in a midfield two as Newell and Jeggo?

I'd comfortably be starting both them in front of any other central midfielder just now. Seem to have a brilliant partnership.

[B.H.F.C]

Newell and Jeggo preferred two. Simple as that IMO.

[Donegal Hibby]

Could it not be as simple as we already have our best midfield two?

Maybe Levitt won't be as effective in a midfield two as Newell and Jeggo?

I'd comfortably be starting both them in front of any other central midfielder just now. Seem to have a brilliant partnership.

I'd keep Newell and Jeggo in for St mirren game , St mirren are quite physical and think that kinda game would suit Jeggo more than Levitt possibly.

[WeeRussell]

Nah. When he’s fully fit he’ll be first name in the midfield.

But he’s had a bad injury, and as good as it is to see him get back around the squad so quickly, might take a bit longer until he’s fully fit and firing.

Until then no panic. Newell is in the form of his hibs career, and Jeggo is doing the business too.

[JammyDoidger]

Can't drop Newell from our midfield and Jeggo has had two very good games now . Tough one , isn't it ?🤔

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

[B.H.F.C]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

Jeggo was far from rotten today. They have some shift in there being just the two off them and both did well, in different ways.

[JammyDoidger]

Jeggo was far from rotten today. They have some shift in there being just the two off them and both did well, in different ways.

Like I say I'll give credit where it's due and the last 2 games he's deserved it, today we didn't need Jeggo, Saints were shocking. We could have been doing with a bit more on the ball.

[CockneyRebel]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

I thought Jeggo had a decent game today especially second half where he surprised me with his spatial awareness and he played some very useful forward passes. He won a fair few tackles and made better use of the ball than he has at times.

[JammyDoidger]

I thought Jeggo had a decent game today especially second half where he surprised me with his spatial awareness and he played some very useful forward passes. He won a fair few tackles and made better use of the ball than he has at times.

Fair enough, game of opinions, just felt Jeggo was a big problem first half with sitting so deep. At home to saints I'd rather we played higher up the park. Couple times he did push up a bit saints popped it round him and away they went, newell is by far superior in every department. If only we had 2 Joe Newells.

[Hibby70]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

Eh? I know we can all have varying opinions but I'm struggling to see how you think he was rotten. In fact I thought it was one of his best games since coming to the club.

[500miles]

Newell and Jeggon have been working well together. Levitt will get a chance when that's no longer the case or someone picks up an injury.

[Forza Fred]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

Every one is entitled to their opinion.

Even if it is a daft one.

Levitt may well turn out to be a better option, but to say Jeggo was ‘rotten’ today, is erm……a strange comment.

[hibee_girl]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

He was anything but rotten today. He was actually my MOTM

[Victor]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

Jeggo certainly wasn’t playing as a centre half at any point in the game. And his performance was up there with our best players. What I did notice was that positions may be a bit more flexible under the current regime. e.g. Why was Miller coming in from the left when he scored?


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[Keepthefaith]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.

was far from rotten and no idea what you mean about him playing centre half - were you even at the game?!

you might want to listen to Joe's down the slope interview - surprised me the amount of praise he gave Jeggo in it. I've not always been a fan of jeggo but thought he generally played a lot better since Johnson left...but then that could be said for most I guess!

[B.H.F.C]

Like I say I'll give credit where it's due and the last 2 games he's deserved it, today we didn't need Jeggo, Saints were shocking. We could have been doing with a bit more on the ball.

We won 2-0 and kept a clean sheet. Could have scored 6.

What was it we didn’t need and/or hindered our performance?

[eaststandstoner]

Newell and Jeggo preferred two. Simple as that IMO.

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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Newell and Jeggo preferred two. Simple as that IMO.

Sounded like Joe’s preferred partner was Jeggo in the DTS interview

[JammyDoidger]

We won 2-0 and kept a clean sheet. Could have scored 6.

What was it we didn’t need and/or hindered our performance?

Second half he and we were much better, first half I thought he sat too deep, we got the goal at a good time imo. Rotten was a bit exaggerated, but I thought first half in particular we could have been doing with someone that was a bit better on the ball in there. Jeggo has been much improved for weeks though like I said I'm not bashing him as such there's definitely a place for jimmy Jeggo in this Hibs side.

[Greenbeard]

Nah. When he’s fully fit he’ll be first name in the midfield.

But he’s had a bad injury, and as good as it is to see him get back around the squad so quickly, might take a bit longer until he’s fully fit and firing.

Until then no panic. Newell is in the form of his hibs career, and Jeggo is doing the business too.
What's your objective justification for this?
If it were so, he'd have been getting some build-up minutes off the bench, even if just 10 to begin with. If he's not ready to play 10-15 then he wouldn't be on the bench.

[Brightside]

Every one is entitled to their opinion.

Even if it is a daft one.

Levitt may well turn out to be a better option, but to say Jeggo was ‘rotten’ today, is erm……a strange comment.

The boy isn’t right in the head

[J-C]

Playing 442 there is no room for Levitt if Newell and Jeggo are playing well.

[The Modfather]

Think he’s an unfortunate casualty of comimg in under Johnson and Montgomery only playing 2 in midfield. Probably going to be Newell or Levitt, maybe both at home to the lesser teams & either Jeggo or JDH this season.

[PatHead]

We can't rely on the same 11 every week. Injuries and suspensions will take their toll. When a player comes in its up to them to make the jersey theirs.

Good to have options.

[Brightside]

Playing 442 there is no room for Levitt if Newell and Jeggo are playing well.

Of course there is. Levitt is a much better footballer. What jeggo does is very easy to replicate

[WeeRussell]

What's your objective justification for this?
If it were so, he'd have been getting some build-up minutes off the bench, even if just 10 to begin with. If he's not ready to play 10-15 then he wouldn't be on the bench.

I haven’t got one. It’s just my opinion that once he’s up and running he’ll prove to be the best footballer we’ve got.

I could be wrong (again) of course.

[WhileTheChief..]

He's competing with JDH and Campbell for a place on the bench and will be a squad player to be used to cover injuries and suspensions I imagine.

[Hibbyradge]

I haven’t got one. It’s just my opinion that once he’s up and running he’ll prove to be the best footballer we’ve got.

I could be wrong (again) of course.

Oh, do pipe down.

[WeeRussell]

Oh, do pipe down.

It’s the chap with the big nose’s fault. He started it all.

[Borderhibbie76]

I thought Jeggo was rotten today, played as a centre half in that first half, was good last 2 away games which probably suited him as they're games you need to dig in, at home to crap teams Levitt would be the better option.No idea what game u were watching nate tbh - Jeggo was excellent yesterday

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[B.H.F.C]

Still think a Levitt will be a good player for us. We’re not going to be able to go with the same players all the time. Expect we’ll see a bit of him in the next week.

[Fergus52]

Think he’s an unfortunate casualty of comimg in under Johnson and Montgomery only playing 2 in midfield. Probably going to be Newell or Levitt, maybe both at home to the lesser teams & either Jeggo or JDH this season.

I think Levitt and Newell are both defensively solid enough to play together against decent sides or away from home.

They were excellent together in a 442 the night we beat Luzern.

[BoomtownHibees]

Why was Miller coming in from the left when he scored?
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He was at the back post for a set piece

[sauzeelegod]

I think Levitt and Newell are both defensively solid enough to play together against decent sides or away from home.

They were excellent together in a 442 the night we beat Luzern.

Yeah, that’s the 2 I’d like to see in the middle going forward.

[Unseen work]

Not to lament the point but not used again?

Probably reading too much into it but just seems a bit odd to me.

[SaulGoodman]

Not to lament the point but not used again?

Probably reading too much into it but just seems a bit odd to me.

Still coming back from injury. He’ll get his chance.

[Torto7]

Not to lament the point but not used again?

Probably reading too much into it but just seems a bit odd to me.


He needs to earn his place. That's healthy. Jeggo and Newell have been superb and there's only those two central midfield berths. Then you have Campbell and JDH he's competing with for minutes.

[B.H.F.C]

Not to lament the point but not used again?

Probably reading too much into it but just seems a bit odd to me.

Newell and Jeggo are playing well. Not really been a need to change.

Still need good players and Levitt will get his chance. We’re not going to be able to rely on the same players all the time. Given the previous midfield problems, there’s a positive to be had in this.

[fife hfc]

It's a long season and now a bit unfortunate that Montgomery only plays 2 central midfielders and he was injured at first. I will be very surprised if he doesn't play a lot of games at some point due to injuries or suspensions. Hopefully he can be patient.

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[Dashing Bob S]

Levitt will be an important player for us. Monty will get the best out of him.

[hibee-boys]

With NM preferring 2 in midfield he’s up against Joe and Jeggo for a starting place, both of which have performed very well off late. I suspect he will get a run out against Dundee, if there’s a game we can play without Jeggo you’d think Dundee at home would be it🤷🏼

[Paul1642]

He was signed to be a starting 11 player and if he takes his chances that’s what he will end up being. It’s just unfortunate for him that he’s coming back form injury at a time when Newell is udropable, Jeggo is playing well and then Josh Campbell just came of the bench and gave a good performance.

Monty looks like a man willing to give everybody a shot, especially if they are training well so it’s up to Levit to take to.

[Since452]

Levitt is quality. Sadly for him he was already playing catch up before his injury so he's pretty far behind. He'll be needed at some point though.

[NAE NOOKIE]

He's been unfortunate in that he arrived behind in fitness ( according to LJ ) and then got hurt after probably having his best game for us against Luzern.

Clubs like us don't pay £300,000 for a player to have him warming the bench week in week out, far from replacing Jeggo IMO it would be more than handy if he proved good enough to take the load off Joe Newell and start instead of him in the odd game, then if anything happens to Newell or Jeggo for that matter he will be ready to step up.

As it is we haven't seen enough of Levitt to really know if he can be the asset we hoped he could be .... kind of hoping he'll get minutes against Dundee so we can have another look at him.

[GRA]

Bit early to be reading too much into this considering he's been out a few weeks injured & we've won both games he didn't get off the bench. It's a squad game so no doubt he'll get his opportunity over the coming weeks, either through natural squad rotation or injury to others.

[easty]

He's still coming back from an injury, he'll be a big player for us this season. I've no doubt about it.

[sauzeelegod]

This guy needs to play. Most creative player we’ve got.

[McGruber]

Should have been on after an hour today - Newell looked visibly jaded and we were not getting any joy wide. Bit of creativity in the middle and would have offered more than Tavares. Really willing Tavares to do well but still looking powderpuff.
Saying that and disappointed with not winning, played pretty well

[cameronw-hfc]

NM said he will get gametime in the bounce game this week as he needs to get up to speed.

Assume he'll get the bounce game then we will see him getting 15/20 mins to ease back into it. Was ligaments he done wasn't it? They can be tricky to come back from so probably just taking it easy on him and not rushing him, something we've done too much of in the last few seasons.

[Paulie Walnuts]

I wonder if the idea he was ‘fit’ was nonsense. Nobody expected him back so quick. Seemed strange at the time and seems bizarre he’s still not been involved after ‘returning’ so long ago.

[JohnM1875]

Find it a wee bit strange he hasn't featured at all so far. I get him not starting, makes perfect sense. But zero minutes at all. Don't get that.

[tamig]

Find it a wee bit strange he hasn't featured at all so far. I get him not starting, makes perfect sense. But zero minutes at all. Don't get that.

Lets just trust the new manager eh? He’s not got much wrong so far. In whats still a very short time.

[LewysGot2]

Find it a wee bit strange he hasn't featured at all so far. I get him not starting, makes perfect sense. But zero minutes at all. Don't get that.

Think it's the formation with 2 wingers...and a resurgent Jeggo. If we were going with 3 in the middle he'd probably figure

[JohnM1875]

Lets just trust the new manager eh? He’s not got much wrong so far. In whats still a very short time.

I absolutely do. I'm Monty daft. Doesn't mean I can't think it's strange Levitt hasn't featured though.

[B.H.F.C]

Think it's the formation with 2 wingers...and a resurgent Jeggo. If we were going with 3 in the middle he'd probably figure

Will be interesting to see how things play out next few games. I get Montgomery has his way of setting up and playing but I do think he will have to have some flexibility at some point. Not sure we get through the next three games just playing 2 in the middle of the park the whole time.

[LewysGot2]

Will be interesting to see how things play out next few games. I get Montgomery has his way of setting up and playing but I do think he will have to have some flexibility at some point. Not sure we get through the next three games just playing 2 in the middle of the park the whole time.

Starting next week. I'm thinking we'll find out if he's a purist or a pragmatist next Saturday based on his line up at the Bus Shelter...

Hopefully, SDG and others have advised wisely and clearly about how next weekend will be.

[JimBHibees]

I absolutely do. I'm Monty daft. Doesn't mean I can't think it's strange Levitt hasn't featured though.

Maybe not up too speed yet

[McGruber]

Maybe not up too speed yet

He might well not be but thenwhy have him on the bench. Personally thought the change we needed was to go 3 central with bit creativity. McCallister could maybe have got a shot there.
Anyway, still looking good under Monty

[JimBHibees]

He might well not be but thenwhy have him on the bench. Personally thought the change we needed was to go 3 central with bit creativity. McCallister could maybe have got a shot there.
Anyway, still looking good under Monty

In case someone gets injured as back up.

[BILLYHIBS]

Called up by Wales

Well done

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[Since452]

Excellent news. Big boost for him.

[basehibby]

Monty is not daft and will be keen to use Levitt as soon as practicable. He was a bit behind on fitness though and then took a nasty twist vs Lucerne. We will see more of him soon of that I'm sure.

[B.H.F.C]

Monty is not daft and will be keen to use Levitt as soon as practicable. He was a bit behind on fitness though and then took a nasty twist vs Lucerne. We will see more of him soon of that I'm sure.

I still think he’ll be a good player for us. When players arrive behind fitness wise they never get off to a quick start. Couple that with him coming in to a complete shambles.

He’s going to need to be patient though as the current two are in good form.

[Unseen work]

Instantly showed his quality and composure when he came on today.

Will be a huge player for us when fit.

[wookie70]

Instantly showed his quality and composure when he came on today.

Will be a huge player for us when fit.

He looked our best player to me on the day albeit he was only on for a short spell. Oozed composure and class and made his tackles too. It will be interesting to see what we do against the Thes. I'd have Levitt on from the start and play Vente up top on his won

[Unseen work]

He looked our best player to me on the day albeit he was only on for a short spell. Oozed composure and class and made his tackles too. It will be interesting to see what we do against the Thes. I'd have Levitt on from the start and play Vente up top on his won

I’m not sure Montgomery will change to a 451/433/4231 so will be interesting to see what he does.

The idea of Levitt and Newell dictating play and suppling the Youan and Boyle out wide and then ALF as he drops in to the hole or drifts out wide is a very exciting thought.

[The Tubs]

The fleeting moments of calm that I felt during the game were when he had the ball.

[B.H.F.C]

Played a pass about a minute after coming on that took out half their team. It was simple, and it was about 10 yards, but it was first time and he played it without thinking about it. He’ll force his way in to the team once properly fit. He’s a good player.

[Not In The Know]

Played a pass about a minute after coming on that took out half their team. It was simple, and it was about 10 yards, but it was first time and he played it without thinking about it. He’ll force his way in to the team once properly fit. He’s a good player.

he did well. But I felt we were a lot more open through the middle defensively when he came on. That could have been to Super Joe tiring tho.

[JimBHibees]

he did well. But I felt we were a lot more open through the middle defensively when he came on. That could have been to Super Joe tiring tho.

Or Jeggo going off. Thought we were very open near the end and was surprised no more subs brought on personally would have brought Campbell on for Vente late on as he was completely knackered and Josh would have given us some energy at a time we needed it.

[BILLYHIBS]

Or Jeggo going off. Thought we were very open near the end and was surprised no more subs brought on personally would have brought Campbell on for Vente late on as he was completely knackered and Josh would have given us some energy at a time we needed it.

Said the same

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[CapitalGreen]

Or Jeggo going off. Thought we were very open near the end and was surprised no more subs brought on personally would have brought Campbell on for Vente late on as he was completely knackered and Josh would have given us some energy at a time we needed it.

We’d used our 3 stoppages.

[BILLYHIBS]

We’d used our 3 stoppages.

Thought we were allowed 5 subs from 2022 ?

Might be wrong

We used 4,

[Allant1981]

We’d used our 3 stoppages.

You can use 5 subs

[B.H.F.C]

You can use 5 subs

But can only stop the game 3 times to use them.

[CapitalGreen]

You can use 5 subs


Thought we were allowed 5 subs from 2022 ?

Might be wrong

We used 4,


Yes, but you can only have the game stopped to make substitutions 3 times.

We made substitutions on 58mins (ALF), 77mins (Hanlon) and 78mins (Levitt and Boruc). Meaning we had used all 3 of our allotted stoppages.

[BILLYHIBS]

But can only stop the game 3 times to use them.

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Thought there was something

[JimBHibees]

We’d used our 3 stoppages.

Fair enough :aok:

[Allant1981]

But can only stop the game 3 times to use them.

I didn't realise that, celtic had 4 different times on live score for their subs yesterday, possibly a mistake

[JimBHibees]

Yes, but you can only have the game stopped to make substitutions 3 times.

We made substitutions on 58mins (ALF), 77mins (Hanlon) and 78mins (Levitt and Boruc). Meaning we had used all 3 of our allotted stoppages.

Seems a little odd we didn't do the 77 and 78 together but assume was when Marshall injured.

[04Sauzee]

I didn't realise that, celtic had 4 different times on live score for their subs yesterday, possibly a mistake

Did they make any at half time? Think you can make a sub at half time and it doesn't count as 1 of 3? Could be wrong and maybe they didn't even make a sub at half time 😅

[Allant1981]

Did they make any at half time? Think you can make a sub at half time and it doesn't count as 1 of 3? Could be wrong and maybe they didn't even make a sub at half time 😅

How to make things complicated!!

[BILLYHIBS]

We should have had Alf on for Doidge at half time in that case

Hindsight is a wonderful thing 😀

[CapitalGreen]

I didn't realise that, celtic had 4 different times on live score for their subs yesterday, possibly a mistake

They will have made a double sub as the minute ticked over on the clock. The substitution time is recorded as when each player enters the field of play, not when the game is stopped.

[wookie70]

I didn't realise that, celtic had 4 different times on live score for their subs yesterday, possibly a mistake Might be a concussion sub too. I think you get an extra one for that and so does the other side.

[The Modfather]

Liked what I saw from Levitt, particularly his ability to pass through the opposition midfield and into space. When his fitness is up to speed it might be time to see what a pairing with Jeggo looks like.

Newell has been good in lots of games this season, but more so in Europe than the league IMO. I think his form has also been declining recently and he wasn’t at it yesterday.

A midfield two of Levitt & Newell could work, but with two strikers, Boyle & Youan a Jeggo type is probably needed. For all Newell has improved his consistency in the last 6-12 months, I think Levitt is better at passing forward and into space. Though still to be seen if he would be an improvement alongside Jeggo over Newell.

[wookie70]

Liked what I saw from Levitt, particularly his ability to pass through the opposition midfield and into space. When his fitness is up to speed it might be time to see what a pairing with Jeggo looks like.

Newell has been good in lots of games this season, but more so in Europe than the league IMO. I think his form has also been declining recently and he wasn’t at it yesterday.

A midfield two of Levitt & Newell could work, but with two strikers, Boyle & Youan a Jeggo type is probably needed. For all Newell has improved his consistency in the last 6-12 months, I think Levitt is better at passing forward and into space. Though still to be seen if he would be an improvement alongside Jeggo over Newell.

I'd like to know the stats but I guess Newell won the ball back more than Jeggo yesterday and was better defensively along with being a country mile better when we have the ball. I thought he had a decent game overall with most of the good play in the second half. Jeggo has been playing much better in recent weeks but to me he is still poor when we have the ball. I'd play Levitt alongside Newell and Jeggo and lose one of the forward players.

[JohnM1875]

Thought Levitt was good yesterday. Really looking forward to seeing more of him. Let's be honest, it'll be Newell and Levitt if anything and rightly so. Monty has given Newell the captaincy when Hanlon isn't playing, so clearly rates him highly.

[blackpoolhibs]

I'd like to know the stats but I guess Newell won the ball back more than Jeggo yesterday and was better defensively along with being a country mile better when we have the ball. I thought he had a decent game overall with most of the good play in the second half. Jeggo has been playing much better in recent weeks but to me he is still poor when we have the ball. I'd play Levitt alongside Newell and Jeggo and lose one of the forward players.
I agree, our two central midfielders are having to do the work of three too much and against the better teams we do struggle in midfield.

[matty_f]

I really like Levitt, he’s a player i want to watch every week and he’s a player good enough to start for us.

I think Jeggo is the one to make way, we saw against Luzern - particularly at Easter Rd - how effective Newell and Levitt can be together. They were immense that night, a midfield performance that had shades of McGinn and McGeouch.


We’d lose some of what Jeggo offers but Levitt’s good at the defensive side as well, with the benefit of being significantly better on the ball.

[Dashing Bob S]

The game has changed and ‘starting’ isn’t such a big deal these days for coaches, and I suspect, players. They have to be fit to go for 100 mins but half of them won’t hit that game time. They will all be needed though, that’s for sure.

[BILLYHIBS]

I really like Levitt, he’s a player i want to watch every week and he’s a player good enough to start for us.

I think Jeggo is the one to make way, we saw against Luzern - particularly at Easter Rd - how effective Newell and Levitt can be together. They were immense that night, a midfield performance that had shades of McGinn and McGeouch.


We’d lose some of what Jeggo offers but Levitt’s good at the defensive side as well, with the benefit of being significantly better on the ball.
What about Jeggo Levitt and Newell?

Levitt played as a sitting midfielder further back when he first arrived and I wasn’t convinced

Looked class on Saturday playing slightly further forward threading through his precision balls his passing was perfection and never wasted a ball

More what I was expecting when he arrived from United

We could also drop Youan or Boyle back and go to a 4-4-2 or change to a 4-3-3 depending on the opposition

We definitely had our work cut out on Saturday in midfield

Going to need them all anyway including Josh and JDH

[B.H.F.C]

I really like Levitt, he’s a player i want to watch every week and he’s a player good enough to start for us.

I think Jeggo is the one to make way, we saw against Luzern - particularly at Easter Rd - how effective Newell and Levitt can be together. They were immense that night, a midfield performance that had shades of McGinn and McGeouch.


We’d lose some of what Jeggo offers but Levitt’s good at the defensive side as well, with the benefit of being significantly better on the ball.

I think he’ll work his way in to the team after the international break.

Jeggo has been doing well just now but reckon we’ll see a bit more of Levitt from the bench against Rangers and Celtic then he’ll get his chance against Ross County at home in the week leading up to the semi final. Once he’s in, I think he’ll go on to make a place his own.

Think it’s a fitness thing as much as anything. Hopefully he can get some minutes when away with Wales.

[DunblaneHibby]

I'd like to know the stats but I guess Newell won the ball back more than Jeggo yesterday and was better defensively along with being a country mile better when we have the ball. I thought he had a decent game overall with most of the good play in the second half. Jeggo has been playing much better in recent weeks but to me he is still poor when we have the ball. I'd play Levitt alongside Newell and Jeggo and lose one of the forward players.


Me too!

[BILLYHIBS]

I'd like to know the stats but I guess Newell won the ball back more than Jeggo yesterday and was better defensively along with being a country mile better when we have the ball. I thought he had a decent game overall with most of the good play in the second half. Jeggo has been playing much better in recent weeks but to me he is still poor when we have the ball. I'd play Levitt alongside Newell and Jeggo and lose one of the forward players.

Ground duels won :,

Newell 7

Jeggo 2,

[Daydreamer]

Thought Jeggo was miles off Lowry yesterday. He was just too far back most of the time. Levitt would definitely improve the team.

[jacomo]

What about Jeggo Levitt and Newell?

Levitt played as a sitting midfielder further back when he first arrived and I wasn’t convinced

Looked class on Saturday playing slightly further forward threading through his precision balls his passing was perfection and never wasted a ball

More what I was expecting when he arrived from United

We could also drop Youan or Boyle back and go to a 4-4-2 or change to a 4-3-3 depending on the opposition

We definitely had our work cut out on Saturday in midfield

Going to need them all anyway including Josh and JDH


Will be interesting to see if Monty remains wedded to his 4-2-2-2 or is willing to change things. We will be playing against 3 man midfields more often than not.

[JimBHibees]

Thought Jeggo was miles off Lowry yesterday. He was just too far back most of the time. Levitt would definitely improve the team.

We were outnumbered in midfield. Lowry was able to get behind both centre mids frequently.

[BILLYHIBS]

Will be interesting to see if Monty remains wedded to his 4-2-2-2 or is willing to change things. We will be playing against 3 man midfields more often than not.

Thanks

I was trying to think how Monty currently lines us up and that sounds more like it

[Leith Green]

Will be interesting to see if Monty remains wedded to his 4-2-2-2 or is willing to change things. We will be playing against 3 man midfields more often than not.


You would think he will need to , at least from time to time. Fastly becomes predictable if your setup isnt at least slightly flexible.

[wookie70]

Ground duels won :,

Newell 7

Jeggo 2,

Cheers, that is certainly how I viewed the match. I like Newell though and don't rate Jeggo so that bias is inbuilt. Newell is actually really good at teh dirty side of teh game, far better than he gets credit for and he is always ready to take a card for the team. Jeggo does a job but I would far rather have Levitt in his place or perhaps alongside

[sauzeelegod]

Can or has Levitt ever played as a 10?
Slight change to a 4231 could work if so.

It’s not hugely different to how we’re playing now with one of the strikers dropping off.

Failing that 433 would be my choice.
I just don’t see a 442 working in the big games unless we don’t want to have the ball and just play on the counter.

[HibeeMackenzie]

Simply put he’s a better footballer than Jeggo, but Jeggo is better defensively
Joe and levitt in games we should be dominating, Joe and Jimmy against the old firm is the way I’d be going