Aberdeen Away.

[Chorley Hibee]

I see Aberdeen have cut the away allocation for our visit.

Be lucky if there's 1000 tickets available.

They are giving Celtic the full allocation though.

*****bags.

[Billy Whizz]

How do you know this, I haven’t had an email from Hibs 1st yet?
We might do the same for our 2 home games, Dundee Utd and Rangers if there’s demand for it
Hope we do

[Chorley Hibee]

How do you know this, I haven’t had an email from Hibs 1st yet?
We might do the same for our 2 home games, Dundee Utd and Rangers if there’s demand for it
Hope we do

Aberdeen are selling one of the 3 sections of the away end to the home support on their ticket website.

Segregation is in the second section of the Away end.

[SteveHFC]

I see Aberdeen have cut the away allocation for our visit.

Be lucky if there's 1000 tickets available.

They are giving Celtic the full allocation though.

*****bags.

The club need to remember this next season if they want to play games like this

[B.H.F.C]

Terrible. Not even as if it’s a particularly big allocation in the first place, for a game like this.

[Chorley Hibee]

Terrible. Not even as if it’s a particularly big allocation in the first place, for a game like this.

Yep.

Maximum allocation is 1770 (which they are giving Celtic) but after the temporary segregation is put in place, and Aberdeen have taken a section of the away end, I think we'll be down to less than a thousand tickets.

[Billy Whizz]

Yep.

Maximum allocation is 1770 (which they are giving Celtic) but after the temporary segregation is put in place, and Aberdeen have taken a section of the away end, I think we'll be down to less than a thousand tickets.

Do we normally get R as well?

[Chorley Hibee]

Do we normally get R as well?

Yes, we normally have R too.

Segregation will be in the second of our sections, which will leave us with the same allocation as they gave Motherwell a few weeks ago which, having checked, was around 800.

Motherwell sold it out (due to it being a tenner).

[SteveHFC]

https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-android-samsung-ss&sca_esv=5cb2ea331903b148&sxsrf=AHTn8zrSkkpEo61YMqxj7aOkUHLgNHxrgw:174472393 1688&q=pittodrie+stadium+photos&uds=ABqPDvxcmly1iOKab9vhKsy7ZZbzmBCTnTwxNuBOdWU_pC CJtJXBCsT2PlyphIK5My78OA8CjeFNSLcCTZ3qI3b9lM4sF6R9 YbvQFc2i9m8GNsm1dQU3LUAD69tROSZV9K3bubCbPuMGJ1NtQl _iMB-xtj3ihVR_jRMim-JRLRCNn6Czmuq4cq6UWBAWLgrew7juFQNRKTNoR97JwpYGofau zPFoFfq3msAoFvc3tWSULMrE0lex7ob1C1bYtBqj3WxjGT_fT8 UKwDKKAzCRn9dQFxkclfLfNlVzcPovGEr-Aof8qs2rA_Y3iP_iTv77yTW-UKmj2ZduyyyTI350kBoBXdTR-UD8Ny1fSHcHLAXn4-BkgJwsSBM&si=APYL9btVYRec3xJwnf8qUCTZg6hCHzTEkLG7jsCopd7OKFo SW81tWQVTcSSnZtyNnz488zxOz8U_KKlx9_WkgwM0T8SBynvtj SYz6ETxXwFXPaUCEJaofqSTBgFW7eWXWpAF1oydVAlo&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwjZtbeRk9qMAxVphf0HHXdQN1IQk8gLegQIHxAB&ictx=1&stq=1&cs=0&lei=21_-Z5ncKemK9u8P96DdkQU#vhid=CFtK1swLYAHvhM&vssid=l&ebo=1&lpg=cid:CgIgAQ%3D%3D

If you zoom in we usually get from yellow barriers

[JohnM1875]

https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-android-samsung-ss&sca_esv=5cb2ea331903b148&sxsrf=AHTn8zrSkkpEo61YMqxj7aOkUHLgNHxrgw:174472393 1688&q=pittodrie+stadium+photos&uds=ABqPDvxcmly1iOKab9vhKsy7ZZbzmBCTnTwxNuBOdWU_pC CJtJXBCsT2PlyphIK5My78OA8CjeFNSLcCTZ3qI3b9lM4sF6R9 YbvQFc2i9m8GNsm1dQU3LUAD69tROSZV9K3bubCbPuMGJ1NtQl _iMB-xtj3ihVR_jRMim-JRLRCNn6Czmuq4cq6UWBAWLgrew7juFQNRKTNoR97JwpYGofau zPFoFfq3msAoFvc3tWSULMrE0lex7ob1C1bYtBqj3WxjGT_fT8 UKwDKKAzCRn9dQFxkclfLfNlVzcPovGEr-Aof8qs2rA_Y3iP_iTv77yTW-UKmj2ZduyyyTI350kBoBXdTR-UD8Ny1fSHcHLAXn4-BkgJwsSBM&si=APYL9btVYRec3xJwnf8qUCTZg6hCHzTEkLG7jsCopd7OKFo SW81tWQVTcSSnZtyNnz488zxOz8U_KKlx9_WkgwM0T8SBynvtj SYz6ETxXwFXPaUCEJaofqSTBgFW7eWXWpAF1oydVAlo&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwjZtbeRk9qMAxVphf0HHXdQN1IQk8gLegQIHxAB&ictx=1&stq=1&cs=0&lei=21_-Z5ncKemK9u8P96DdkQU#vhid=CFtK1swLYAHvhM&vssid=l&ebo=1&lpg=cid:CgIgAQ%3D%3D

Shanner of a stadium.

[Not In The Know]

That’s ****my

[green day]

We should restrict them to 800 fans next season in one wee corner of the South.

Fuds

[cubehindthegoal]

That’s a total bummer. If that’s the case, then hopefully they end up with more sheep watching us beat them, and celebrate with what fans we have there.

I also hope our players and management will take this on board too, and have an extra incentive … to play for the fans who aren’t allowed to be there, but normally are.

GGTTH 💚💚

[Onceinawhile]

They've taken part of the away allocation for their own fans?

So they should.

Just like we should. Total non event.

[Nevi_SOL]

You've got to say quite right, I'd hope we done the same if it was our key fixture of the split at home. I also hope we do this with both united and the rangers.

[cubehindthegoal]

They've taken part of the away allocation for their own fans?

So they should.

Just like we should. Total non event.

Fair point. And we should also use the limiting of our fans being able to be there as another incentive to beat them. I hope we do … so we should.

[hibsforeurope]

it's a bugger but is this not what many have asked Hibs to do for the final game against the Sevs?

[BoomtownHibees]

Do we normally get R as well?

Think we got about half of section R last time

[andyf5]

I've booked my travel and accommodation thinking there would be a large allocation.Fingers crossed.

[green day]

it's a bugger but is this not what many have asked Hibs to do for the final game against the Sevs?

I think the point many are making is that - because of their crap stadium - the away "end" and allocation is rubbish anyway.

Yes they can do what they want, but it's the kind of behaviour you expect from Rangers and Celtic.


ETA - and they are not doing it for Celtic.

[Pretty Boy]

It's annoying but if they feel they can sell the tickets to their own fans then you can't really blame them. I hope we are actively considering cutting the allocation for Rangers, particularly if they game still has consequences for 3rd.

We need to remember it's a big game for them as well and they are entitled to give themselves every advantage possible.

Agree with the general point that Pittodrie is a shocker of a stadium though. Away end is awful.

[B.H.F.C]

You've got to say quite right, I'd hope we done the same if it was our key fixture of the split at home. I also hope we do this with both united and the rangers.

I think it’s one of those where you wonder where the line is drawn.

Had it been roles reversed we’d likely have limited them to half the south (seats with a decent view rather than that ****hole). That would still be double what we’ll end up with here if it’s less than two full sections allowing for segregation.

[GreenCastle]

No surprise - let’s just hope Hibs silence the extra Dons and the fans who make it create a very vocal away support.

Would be gutted being an Aberdeen fan being stuck at that crap stadium - so glad we have a decent stadium like Easter Road.

[Steve20]

People go on about wanting away fans to make games have a much better atmosphere. But if the defence of this is 'they're right to do so to try and get an advantage', then let's just cut down every teams away allocation next season to the minimum allowed.

Aberdeen are out of order here.

[Since90+2]

People go on about wanting away fans to make games have a much better atmosphere. But if the defence of this is 'they're right to do so to try and get an advantage', then let's just cut down every teams away allocation next season to the minimum allowed.

Aberdeen are out of order here.

If we can do the exact same against Utd and Rangers we will do.

It's annoying but, if we are totally honest, we'd be wanting Hibs to do the exact same if the roles were reversed.

[makaveli1875]

People go on about wanting away fans to make games have a much better atmosphere. But if the defence of this is 'they're right to do so to try and get an advantage', then let's just cut down every teams away allocation next season to the minimum allowed.

Aberdeen are out of order here.

Don't We have some sort of gentleman's agreement with hertz , give them the full stand and cut the rest . Celtic included

[Pagan Hibernia]

So do they think they'll sell out against us, and not against celtic then?

[Centre Hawf]

Don't We have some sort of gentleman's agreement with hertz , give them the full stand and cut the rest . Celtic included

We do, something I think is a very good indicator of how the clubs can work together to make derbies the best version of it they can be versus what they two in Glasgow have been up to recently.

That said, while I don't love what Aberdeen are doing if Hibs were able to sell out the at least the 3 stands and cut into the away allocations to everyone (bar Hearts) I would encourage it. If it means there's 300 less tickets sold overall then fine. I'd take 1 more Hibs fan in Easter Road instead of the additional opposition fans.

[wookie70]

Not an issue and I would hope we would do the same to try and gain whatever advantage we can get. The game against the Dons is probably the most critical for them and us during the post split fixtures. Lose and they are a long way from third, win and they will fancy their chances. Likewise for us a win will be a huge boost to our chances and make us very difficult to overtake. I'll be hoping we are thinking along the same lines for the Utd game

[Wilson]

Destroy them.

[cubehindthegoal]

Not an issue and I would hope we would do the same to try and gain whatever advantage we can get. The game against the Dons is probably the most critical for them and us during the post split fixtures. Lose and they are a long way from third, win and they will fancy their chances. Likewise for us a win will be a huge boost to our chances and make us very difficult to overtake. I'll be hoping we are thinking along the same lines for the Utd game

They will probably have no issue selling more tickets, it’s a huge match for us both … so I guess it’s fair game perhaps .. but .. I think our players and manager can use it to our advantage if we have less of a support than both us and them know would be there, if allowed. Do it for our fans there, and for those that couldn’t be there. And I know those who get tickets will make some noise 💚

edit .. and, ultimately, it’s what our lads do on the pitch that matters, and they’ve done no too bad so far against bigger crowds eg away to the rangers not so long ago 💚💚

[one day maybe...]

They've taken part of the away allocation for their own fans?

So they should.

Just like we should. Total non event.

Totally agree it’s a huge game for them, why would they give us any advantage.

[Chorley Hibee]

It's the fact they're still giving Celtic a full allocation that rankles with me.

Is that not a big game for them too.

[O'Rourke3]

It's the fact they're still giving Celtic a full allocation that rankles with me.

Is that not a big game for them too.

They probably see a drop off in ticket sales when the cheeks are in town thanks to the faultless behaviour of their supporters.

[duffers]

I think it's getting to the point where the SPFL need to introduce some sort of rule where a minimum percentage of tickets are made available to away teams and it will lead to tit for tat as more teams do it. If you look on twitter, most Aberdeen fans don't agree with cutting out allocation, and it will just lead to us cutting theirs going forward.

I'm all for spitting the south stand at Easter Road, but that still gives away fans approximately 1,500 tickets and 7.5% allocation.

Even if we half the allocation, this is how it compares to others

Pittodrie updated capacity: <4%
Celtic / Rangers: 1-2%

I get that not all teams would sell out there allocations, but really don't see why there can't be a blanket 5% minimum rule implemented

[BoomtownHibees]

It's the fact they're still giving Celtic a full allocation that rankles with me.

Is that not a big game for them too.

Saturday 3pm against us, midweek against them

They are probably only getting about another half section compared to what they usually have by the time segregation is considered. We usually only have half of that section

[lyonhibs]

They've taken part of the away allocation for their own fans?

So they should.

Just like we should. Total non event.

That's my reading of it, unless I'm missing something.

[lyonhibs]

I think it's getting to the point where the SPFL need to introduce some sort of rule where a minimum percentage of tickets are made available to away teams and it will lead to tit for tat as more teams do it. If you look on twitter, most Aberdeen fans don't agree with cutting out allocation, and it will just lead to us cutting theirs going forward.

I'm all for spitting the south stand at Easter Road, but that still gives away fans approximately 1,500 tickets and 7.5% allocation.

Even if we half the allocation, this is how it compares to others

Pittodrie updated capacity: <4%
Celtic / Rangers: 1-2%

I get that not all teams would sell out there allocations, but really don't see why there can't be a blanket 5% minimum rule implemented

I suspect you've answered your own question there

[1van Sprou7e]

That's my reading of it, unless I'm missing something.

It's not like they'll sell out their own stands

Anyway, anyone have an idea of when tickets for this will be available?

[green day]

It's not like they'll sell out their own stands

Anyway, anyone have an idea of when tickets for this will be available?

Yes they will, their crowds have been excellent - and this is a big game.

[Keith_M]

How many did we take for the last game at The Dung Heap?

[LewysGot2]

How many did we take for the last game at The Dung Heap?

It was the Saturday before Christmas but the end was stowed out

[Keith_M]

It was the Saturday before Christmas but the end was stowed out


Yeah it was very busy. Just wasn't sure how many tickets they'd given us.


TBH it's a bit disappointing but the problem is that there's no genuinely effective rules in place for away fans numbers at league games.

Honestly, what on earth does 'a reasonable amount' actually mean?
:confused:

[BoomtownHibees]

How many did we take for the last game at The Dung Heap?

The uncovered bit was pretty empty but the rest was full

[Carheenlea]

After you take away the Hibs First, Block Seven, Comps, we’re looking at circa 300 tickets to scramble about for.

[pollution]

I think it's getting to the point where the SPFL need to introduce some sort of rule where a minimum percentage of tickets are made available to away teams and it will lead to tit for tat as more teams do it. If you look on twitter, most Aberdeen fans don't agree with cutting out allocation, and it will just lead to us cutting theirs going forward.

I'm all for spitting the south stand at Easter Road, but that still gives away fans approximately 1,500 tickets and 7.5% allocation.

Even if we half the allocation, this is how it compares to others

Pittodrie updated capacity: <4%
Celtic / Rangers: 1-2%

I get that not all teams would sell out there allocations, but really don't see why there can't be a blanket 5% minimum rule implemented


Disgusting, we have had enough of that behaviour in the main stand thank you !

[1van Sprou7e]

Yes they will, their crowds have been excellent - and this is a big game.

Will they? Quick glance at their attendances suggests they're not selling out even with discounted tickets promotions

E: their capacity seems to be capped at 19,274 for some reason rather than the commonly cited 20,866 sp I was mistaken

[cubehindthegoal]

Will they? Quick glance at their attendances suggests they're not selling out even with discounted tickets promotions

This is a big game for us both. They have I think enough latent support to fill it. Might be wrong, and maybe I’m giving too much credit to how they had such decent away supports off and on in my time, and their good times. Hard to tell.

[Chorley Hibee]

Saturday 3pm against us, midweek against them

They are probably only getting about another half section compared to what they usually have by the time segregation is considered. We usually only have half of that section

The whole of that section is on sale to Aberdeen fans.

Segregation will be coming out of our side.

Will leave us with circa 800 tickets, the same as Motherwell a couple of weeks ago.

[CB_NO3]

How many did we take for the last game at The Dung Heap?

Had same allocation as Rangers had on Sunday - just under 1700 but probably took just over half that. Had half of block R (closest to home fans) and whole block Q. Block P (uncovered) was practically empty. Infact I'm not sure it was even for sale, as it's cheaper it's generally not on sale until the other sections are sold out.

Can only think of one sell out for us up there in about 10 years (probably more) when Nisbet missed that penalty back in 2022/23 I think it was?

Based on that can't really complain about Aberdeen cutting allocation if they can sell it to their own fans.

[Chorley Hibee]

Same allocation as Rangers had on Sunday - just under 1700. Just over half of block R (closest to home fans) and whole block Q. Block P (uncovered) was practically empty. Infact I'm not sure it was even for sale, as it's cheaper it's generally not on sale until the other sections are sold out.

Can only think of one sell out for us up there in about 10 years (probably more) when Nisbet missed that penalty back in 2022/23 I think it was?

Based on that can't really complain about Aberdeen cutting allocation if they can sell it to their own fans.

Pretty much full that Friday night game a few years back, which I was surprised about.

The last game we took circa 1000.

I remember Hibs/KP tweeting that figure.

[tamig]

I think the point many are making is that - because of their crap stadium - the away "end" and allocation is rubbish anyway.

Yes they can do what they want, but it's the kind of behaviour you expect from Rangers and Celtic.


ETA - and they are not doing it for Celtic.

They play the role of the big team when it suits them. Remember them siding with Celtic when the hun were out the league and they kept that ludicrous SPFL voting structure in place?

[DH1875]

Folk complaining but then expecting us to do the same thing in our remaining home games lol.

[BoomtownHibees]

The whole of that section is on sale to Aberdeen fans.


Where can you see that? I tried looking earlier but it said they weren’t on sale online yet so wasn’t sure

[Phil MaGlass]

Cannae believe theres actually folk on here who think its right our allocation is being cut, weve been screaming for years for more tickets to away games and saying its crap when we dont get it. This is a 5hit state of affairs, it shouldnt be tolerated, no it's not fn right, and I dont believe for teams like Aberdeen and Hertz we should be reciprocating either, but our club should be goin mental about this. Mind tou this is the same club that voted to keep our voting system in place when they had an advantage and screwed us all. My mates a Dons fan, even hes peed off about it

[hibee]

Even the Aberdeen fans are complaining about this, there’s not really anyone agreeing with it on their own official Twitter announcement.

[CallumHibs07]

Hibs need to release a statement saying that we’ll give Aberdeen the same allocation they’ve given us next season.

[Wilson]

Hibs need to release a statement saying that we’ll give Aberdeen the same allocation they’ve given us next season.

Yes. Beat them at Pittodrie in front of more of their own fans. Beat them at Easter Road in front of more of ours.

[Panda]

Yes, we normally have R too.

Segregation will be in the second of our sections, which will leave us with the same allocation as they gave Motherwell a few weeks ago which, having checked, was around 800.

Motherwell sold it out (due to it being a tenner).

Aberdeen fan here.

The whole of section R is not on sale to home fans, there's a gap been left for segregation, so it looks like Hibs will get more than Motherwell (which was actually 700). I'd say from looking at it, Hibs will get around 1100.

I don't agree with cutting away allocations, and most Dons fans have criticised it as Hibs usually give us a decent number of tickets. I think, strangely, you may have Hearts to blame for this as we had a home sell-out earlier in the season against them but still gave them their full allocation, which they didn't fully take up (they sold 1383), leaving empty seats. There were questions asked why their allocation wasn't cut considering they only give us 600 at Tynecastle.

The AFC Heritage website lists all the away tickets sold both by Aberdeen fans away, and clubs visiting Pittodrie.

Hibs' ticket sales at Pittodrie, going back to the Covid season, have been:-

911 (this season)
1017
672
1434
1352
1000
879

The only three clubs who consistently sell out are the Old Firm and Dundee United. And with Aberdeen having had five home sell outs this season, it's little surprise they've chosen this game to cut the away allocation. (We won't sell out v Celtic so no point cutting theirs).

Again, I'm not saying I agree with it, I'm just explaining the club's likely reasoning.

Anyway, we'll try our best to pump Hearts at Hampden on Saturday, but can't promise anything.

[CallumHibs07]

Aberdeen fan here.

The whole of section R is not on sale to home fans, there's a gap been left for segregation, so it looks like Hibs will get more than Motherwell (which was actually 700). I'd say from looking at it, Hibs will get around 1100.

I don't agree with cutting away allocations, and most Dons fans have criticised it as Hibs usually give us a decent number of tickets. I think, strangely, you may have Hearts to blame for this as we had a home sell-out earlier in the season against them but still gave them their full allocation, which they didn't fully take up (they sold 1383), leaving empty seats. There were questions asked why their allocation wasn't cut considering they only give us 600 at Tynecastle.

The AFC Heritage website lists all the away tickets sold both by Aberdeen fans away, and clubs visiting Pittodrie.

Hibs' ticket sales at Pittodrie, going back to the Covid season, have been:-

911 (this season)
1017
672
1434
1352
1000
879

The only three clubs who consistently sell out are the Old Firm and Dundee United. And with Aberdeen having had five home sell outs this season, it's little surprise they've chosen this game to cut the away allocation. (We won't sell out v Celtic so no point cutting theirs).

Again, I'm not saying I agree with it, I'm just explaining the club's likely reasoning.

Anyway, we'll try our best to pump Hearts at Hampden on Saturday, but can't promise anything.

Aberdeen don't sell out their home games v us either so not sure why you're bringing up our past away crowds. If you want to claim you'd sell out here as its a bigger game then we can say the same

[Pagan Hibernia]

Well there you have it. I knew it would be hearts fault.

[Hibernian Verse]

Aberdeen don't sell out their home games v us either so not sure why you're bringing up our past away crowds. If you want to claim you'd sell out here as its a bigger game then we can say the same

That's irrelevant. They will likely sell out their home end this time which will be their clubs focus.

He's showing that we rarely sell out up there so cutting our allocation to 1100 to get more home fans in makes sense going by past crowds. We'd be clamouring for our club to do the same and they will if the home demand is there.

Just to add, it's not about "claiming" that anyone will sell out. It's up to the Aberdeen fans to prove they can here and for Hibs fans to do what they did on Sunday and get seats in the South sold when they inevitably come up against Utd and Rangers.

It would be brilliant to have a sold out Easter Road for the first league game of 25/26.

[danhibees1875]

Aberdeen fan here.

The whole of section R is not on sale to home fans, there's a gap been left for segregation, so it looks like Hibs will get more than Motherwell (which was actually 700). I'd say from looking at it, Hibs will get around 1100.

I don't agree with cutting away allocations, and most Dons fans have criticised it as Hibs usually give us a decent number of tickets. I think, strangely, you may have Hearts to blame for this as we had a home sell-out earlier in the season against them but still gave them their full allocation, which they didn't fully take up (they sold 1383), leaving empty seats. There were questions asked why their allocation wasn't cut considering they only give us 600 at Tynecastle.

The AFC Heritage website lists all the away tickets sold both by Aberdeen fans away, and clubs visiting Pittodrie.

Hibs' ticket sales at Pittodrie, going back to the Covid season, have been:-

911 (this season)
1017
672
1434
1352
1000
879

The only three clubs who consistently sell out are the Old Firm and Dundee United. And with Aberdeen having had five home sell outs this season, it's little surprise they've chosen this game to cut the away allocation. (We won't sell out v Celtic so no point cutting theirs).

Again, I'm not saying I agree with it, I'm just explaining the club's likely reasoning.

Anyway, we'll try our best to pump Hearts at Hampden on Saturday, but can't promise anything.

Thanks for the detail and perspective.

I err on the side of "sell to your own fans first" and inclined to agree with Aberdeens approach here. I only think Hibs should cut your allocation (not sure you'd typically bring more than half the South (c.1800) anyway?) in return if we can genuinely look to sell those other tickets ourselves.

Selling to your own fans aside, why shouldn't Aberdeen take any advantage they can get to help get 3rd?

[Heisenberg]

I want us to cut the Huns allocation so more Hibs fans can get in so can’t really get too upset at Aberdeen doing it to us. As long as they don’t mind it happening to them at Easter Road next season no issues at all

[Since452]

Well done Aberdeen if they're looking after their own fans. No issue with it at all if the demand is there.

[Wilson]

Well done Aberdeen if they're looking after their own fans. No issue with it at all if the demand is there.

It isn't.

[SteveHFC]

Hibs first on sale today

[S4uzee]

Hibs first on sale today

How many days do you get to purchase?

[Billy Whizz]

How many days do you get to purchase?

Friday 10am for season ticket holders

[B.H.F.C]

Just got my tickets, not exactly many to choose from. A lot of block Q is unavailable, would guess seats towards the back to be released but not sure about those closest to the Aberdeen fans if being used for segregation or whatever.

[Billy Whizz]

Just got my tickets, not exactly many to choose from. A lot of block Q is unavailable, would guess seats towards the back to be released but not sure about those closest to the Aberdeen fans if being used for segregation or whatever.

There’s alway about 5/6 rows taken away from the Hibs allocation, towards the fence where Aberdeen fans are housed

edit, looking at the map, they’ve taken 12 rows from us

[B.H.F.C]

There’s alway about 5/6 rows taken away from the Hibs allocation, towards the fence where Aberdeen fans are housed

With the reduced allocation, the Aberdeen fan who posted earlier seemed to suggest the empty seats for segregation would be in section R which they are getting this time and not in section Q. Unless there are seats to be released in section Q still, then we appear to only be getting half of it plus the uncovered section.

[Panda]

With the reduced allocation, the Aberdeen fan who posted earlier seemed to suggest the empty seats for segregation would be in section R which they are getting this time and not in section Q. Unless there are seats to be released in section Q still, then we appear to only be getting half of it plus the uncovered section.

I don't know if this link with work. If not, you don't need to be signed in to view the available tickets on the Aberdeen website.

There's definitely six rows of section R left empty. If there's the same in section Q then that is just overkill segregation wise.

https://tickets.afc.co.uk/en-GB/events/aberdeen%20v%20hibernian/2025-4-26_15.00/pittodrie?area=1894927d-a5a0-4ac1-83c9-b3d044be75e6&type=&sb2m=1

[Panda]

I only think Hibs should cut your allocation (not sure you'd typically bring more than half the South (c.1800) anyway?) in return if we can genuinely look to sell those other tickets ourselves.

M

This season, according to the AFC heritage website, Aberdeen sold 2,682 for the game at Easter Road in November (Tuesday night), and 1,917 for the match in February.

[B.H.F.C]

I don't know if this link with work. If not, you don't need to be signed in to view the available tickets on the Aberdeen website.

There's definitely six rows of section R left empty. If there's the same in section Q then that is just overkill segregation wise.

https://tickets.afc.co.uk/en-GB/events/aberdeen%20v%20hibernian/2025-4-26_15.00/pittodrie?area=1894927d-a5a0-4ac1-83c9-b3d044be75e6&type=&sb2m=1

I make it 14 empty seats in section Q. They don’t need that many empty so I’d like to think some more would become available.

[one day maybe...]

Away end it is then :greengrin

[tamig]

Hibs need to release a statement saying that we’ll give Aberdeen the same allocation they’ve given us next season.

What a stupid comment. Hibs don’t need to say anything. We don’t know the fixtures yet for next season and don’t know how things will pan out. No point saying we’ll do something then go back on our word at the time depending on the situation at that time. Leave statements to the numpties.

[Billy Whizz]

Just today

Email says Hibs 1st have 48 hour priority window to book their tickets

[WhileTheChief..]

Aberdeen are doing exactly what they should be doing in looking after their own fans first.

Why do we have to act all petty and want to give them less tickets in future?

It makes no sense at all and thankfully the folk in charge at ER are a bit more grown up than some on here.

[SteveHFC]

Email says Hibs 1st have 48 hour priority window to book their tickets

My mistake didn't read full email

[Brooster]

What a stupid comment. Hibs don’t need to say anything. We don’t know the fixtures yet for next season and don’t know how things will pan out. No point saying we’ll do something then go back on our word at the time depending on the situation at that time. Leave statements to the numpties.

I agree, Aberdeen are well within their rights to reduce our allocation whether we like it or not, no need for Hibs to say anything.

Our allocation is in line with what we normally sell for Pittodrie, yeah we would've taken a lot more this time but hopefully those who normally go get tickets this time.

[hibsforeurope]

Hibs confirmed our allocation is 792 tickets in blocks P and Q.

[GreenCastle]

This season, according to the AFC heritage website, Aberdeen sold 2,682 for the game at Easter Road in November (Tuesday night), and 1,917 for the match in February.

That’s when Aberdeen were going to win the league until Rocky turned up and gave them a nightmare few months !

Aberdeen being the only club in the top league with an uncovered section is just poor in 2025. We can moan about 3g pitches / tin pot clubs but since they are stuck at that stadium they should really be sorting out the roofing issue and getting away fans covered - especially as it’s one of the worst away grounds to visit for facilities.

[Carheenlea]

Hibs confirmed our allocation is 792 tickets in blocks P and Q.

With Hibs First, Block Seven and comps, there might not even be a sale on Friday.

[hibee316]

I agree, Aberdeen are well within their rights to reduce our allocation whether we like it or not, no need for Hibs to say anything.

Our allocation is in line with what we normally sell for Pittodrie, yeah we would've taken a lot more this time but hopefully those who normally go get tickets this time.

Absolutely, why would they want us to have more fans there in such an important match?

[Chorley Hibee]

Aberdeen fan here.

The whole of section R is not on sale to home fans, there's a gap been left for segregation, so it looks like Hibs will get more than Motherwell (which was actually 700). I'd say from looking at it, Hibs will get around 1100.

I don't agree with cutting away allocations, and most Dons fans have criticised it as Hibs usually give us a decent number of tickets. I think, strangely, you may have Hearts to blame for this as we had a home sell-out earlier in the season against them but still gave them their full allocation, which they didn't fully take up (they sold 1383), leaving empty seats. There were questions asked why their allocation wasn't cut considering they only give us 600 at Tynecastle.

The AFC Heritage website lists all the away tickets sold both by Aberdeen fans away, and clubs visiting Pittodrie.

Hibs' ticket sales at Pittodrie, going back to the Covid season, have been:-

911 (this season)
1017
672
1434
1352
1000
879

The only three clubs who consistently sell out are the Old Firm and Dundee United. And with Aberdeen having had five home sell outs this season, it's little surprise they've chosen this game to cut the away allocation. (We won't sell out v Celtic so no point cutting theirs).

Again, I'm not saying I agree with it, I'm just explaining the club's likely reasoning.

Anyway, we'll try our best to pump Hearts at Hampden on Saturday, but can't promise anything.

Nowhere near 1100, 792 have been allocated.

Pretty much what I said it would be and on par with Motherwell's allocation.

That would mean the segregation is coming out of our allocation too.

[Shrekko]

Hibs need to release a statement saying that we’ll give Aberdeen the same allocation they’ve given us next season.

The words ‘release a statement’ in football always makes me cringe and think of Rangers in the Jin Traynor days.

Why on earth would we give a team 800 tickets that often sell more than 2000 unless, like Aberdeen we think we can sell the rest of the ground ourselves?

It’s actually good for Scottish football when Hearts and Aberdeen are able to find themselves in this position and it’s exactly what we should be aiming for next season. If we can’t do it though we don’t give up good money for absolutely no reason.

[green day]

This season, according to the AFC heritage website, Aberdeen sold 2,682 for the game at Easter Road in November (Tuesday night), and 1,917 for the match in February.

Aberdeen always have a good crowd at ER - theres loads of Aberdeen fans living in the central belt, and its probably a treat for them to come to a decent stadium for a change.

[Cod Boy]

I hope folk don’t moan when hearts cut Hibs allocation as it’s seemingly better for the game

[Panda]

Hibs confirmed our allocation is 792 tickets in blocks P and Q.

In that case that's well below what Hibs should be getting. I don't think Aberdeen should be cutting away allocations for bigger clubs to those numbers, when we ourselves like to take big away supports.

Like I said, most Aberdeen fans disagree with it. Hopefully the club see the comments and it's just a one-off.

[marinello59]

With Hibs First, Block Seven and comps, there might not even be a sale on Friday.

Why would Block 7 get priority ?

[B.H.F.C]

We seem to suffer for having a half decent stadium with proper views of the pitch. Even if we split the south stand for Aberdeen at ER, that would still more than the full allocation we’d get at Pittodrie. When we go to Tynecastle we end up with significantly less tickets than they get at ER by the time segregation is put in.

We’ve seen how allocation cuts can become petty and it’s regular fans who suffer longer run. I think the difficulty here is that the allocation we’re being cut to is so small.

[Cod Boy]

Why would Block 7 get priority ?

I would assume they are in Hibs first or seem to be extremely lucky getting tickets for Tynecastle in large numbers

[B.H.F.C]

Why would Block 7 get priority ?

They get their allocation every week. I think it’s just some folk are a bit skeptical when it comes to these games as to whether the number of tickets they get tallies with how many of them have Hibs First.

[blackpoolhibs]

I cant complain about Aberdeen doing right by their fans, when we've had a thread on here about us doing exactly the same for the huns game.

[erin go bragh]

I hope folk don’t moan when hearts cut Hibs allocation as it’s seemingly better for the game

Hibs could get no tickets for the PBS next season.unless we draw them in the cup 😂

[Thatdayinmay16]

They get their allocation every week. I think it’s just some folk are a bit skeptical when it comes to these games as to whether the number of tickets they get tallies with how many of them have Hibs First.

Majority are Hibs first members/season ticket holder, the club don't give them first dibs or special treatment or so I've been led to believe.

[SteveHFC]

One single ticket left in Section Q.

[danhibees1875]

I hope folk don’t moan when hearts cut Hibs allocation as it’s seemingly better for the game

Has anyone said it's better for the game?

[nonshinyfinish]

Nowhere near 1100, 792 have been allocated.

Pretty much what I said it would be and on par with Motherwell's allocation.

That would mean the segregation is coming out of our allocation too.

If you look at the link they posted to the home ticket sales (https://tickets.afc.co.uk/en-GB/events/aberdeen%20v%20hibernian/2025-4-26_15.00/pittodrie?area=1894927d-a5a0-4ac1-83c9-b3d044be75e6&type=&sb2m=1), it seems rows have been taken out of both sides for segregation.

[BoomtownHibees]

If you look at the link they posted to the home ticket sales (https://tickets.afc.co.uk/en-GB/events/aberdeen%20v%20hibernian/2025-4-26_15.00/pittodrie?area=1894927d-a5a0-4ac1-83c9-b3d044be75e6&type=&sb2m=1), it seems rows have been taken out of both sides for segregation.

Only about 6 seats in each row in their end. 14 empty in ours

[nonshinyfinish]

Only about 6 seats in each row in their end. 14 empty in ours

Thanks, I assumed it would be mirrored.

20 seats for segregation seems OTT.

[BoomtownHibees]

Thanks, I assumed it would be mirrored.

20 seats for segregation seems OTT.

It’s also across 2 sections so got the steps in between too

[Lago]

Has anyone said it's better for the game?
Don't let the truth get in the way of a good sound bite.

[Brooster]

It’s also across 2 sections so got the steps in between too

Plenty space to go bananas when we win.

[Billy Whizz]

It’s also across 2 sections so got the steps in between too

And the Food kiosk

[erin go bragh]

I cant complain about Aberdeen doing right by their fans, when we've had a thread on here about us doing exactly the same for the huns game.

The Huns give us 2% per capacity. We give Aberdeen the full end and we only get 1400 in return. They should have done the decent thing and kept it at 1400
Imo.

[Since90+2]

The Huns give us 2% per capacity. We give Aberdeen the full end and we only get 1400 in return. They should have done the decent thing and kept it at 1400
Imo.

We give Aberdeen the full end because we can't sell the seats to home supporters. It's not done out of an act of kindness.

Aberdeen obviously think they have a have a good chance of selling this out due to the importance of the game so have decided to give more tickets to their own fans than away fans.

We'd do the exact same in their position.

[one day maybe...]

As fans we went to Ibrox with an even less percentage of fans in the stadium and we ripped them a new one. We have nothing to fear from going to Pittodrie, the fans that have secured tickets will I'm sure make way more noise than the Aberdeen faithful, it is lambing season after all, so they'll be busy :greengrin

[BS44]

Thanks, I assumed it would be mirrored.

20 seats for segregation seems OTT.

Probably due to Hibs fans celebrations, and using the segregation banner as a trampoline after our goals the last time we played them up there!


https://youtu.be/Cs3IjqLD8dw?si=mAdta0y-j42keGeI

[HarpOnHibee]

Probably due to Hibs fans celebrations, and using the segregation banner as a trampoline after our goals the last time we played them up there!


https://youtu.be/Cs3IjqLD8dw?si=mAdta0y-j42keGeI

Good to see Aberdeen have learned from their mistake and will now be providing an even bigger trampoline for the inevitable hibee bounce.

[marinello59]

I can see why they have done this but kind of ironic that I will probably miss out on the only ‘home’ game of the season for me. :greengrin

[CropleyWasGod]

I can see why they have done this but kind of ironic that I will probably miss out on the only ‘home’ game of the season for me. :greengrin

Get in the home end, and sit on yer hands :greengrin

[marinello59]

Get in the home end, and sit on yer hands :greengrin

I’d be busted within ten seconds. :greengrin

[one day maybe...]

If I can get in the home end I’ll be there…

[marinello59]

If I can get in the home end I’ll be there…

There will be a few in The Butcher’s in Aberdeen if you can’t.

[lyonhibs]

It's not like they'll sell out their own stands

Anyway, anyone have an idea of when tickets for this will be available?

Aberdeen attendances are amongst the most psycho anywhere. Every team experiences differences when the team is doing well Vs when it's **** but their difference is gigantic.

[SHODAN]

Why would Block 7 get priority ?

Not only do they get priority, they up and move to try and force others out of their seats if they decide they're not happy with where they are as we saw at Parkhead.

[1van Sprou7e]

There will be a few in The Butcher’s in Aberdeen if you can’t.

Will they be showing the game?

[Lago]

Get in the home end, and sit on yer hands :greengrin
That's hard, I did it once when Hibs came to Starks Park not a comfortable experience 😁

[Bishop Hibee]

Can’t complain about the Dons cutting our allocation as we’re doing the same to the Huns

[JasonC1875]

Can’t complain about the Dons cutting our allocation as we’re doing the same to the Huns

Difference is, we’re doing it for both games. Sheep still giving Celtic the full allocation.

[B.H.F.C]

Can’t complain about the Dons cutting our allocation as we’re doing the same to the Huns

If it was roles reversed Aberdeen would still be getting double at ER what we are at Pittodrie.

[Wilson]

Can’t complain about the Dons cutting our allocation as we’re doing the same to the Huns

Can't complain as it is within the rules.

There is probably a wider conversation to be had about whether a decent away crowd makes for a better atmosphere. Also, does giving the opposition chance to get a vocal support behind them make for fairer competition?

For me I like a good away support. I think a minimum percentage should be set with clubs able to mutually agree to lower where required. Unsold away tickets then returned for sale to home fans.

Too much gamesmanship and rug pulling in the current arrangement.

[Hibs90]

Difference is, we’re doing it for both games. Sheep still giving Celtic the full allocation.

That’s fine, I’m sure they can enjoy the 792 tickets they get next time at ER

[B.H.F.C]

Can't complain as it is within the rules.

There is probably a wider conversation to be had about whether a decent away crowd makes for a better atmosphere. Also, does giving the opposition chance to get a vocal support behind them make for fairer competition?

For me I like a good away support. I think a minimum percentage should be set with clubs able to mutually agree to lower where required. Unsold away tickets then returned for sale to home fans.

Too much gamesmanship and rug pulling in the current arrangement.

Agree with this, I don’t like it as inevitably everyone suffers longer term.

There is potential for it to become tit for tat with reductions and supporters on both sides suffer at some point.

It’s especially frustrating in a stadium of comparative size that we will receive much fewer than they would at ER, even allowing for a cut.

[hibsforeurope]

Can't complain as it is within the rules.

There is probably a wider conversation to be had about whether a decent away crowd makes for a better atmosphere. Also, does giving the opposition chance to get a vocal support behind them make for fairer competition?

For me I like a good away support. I think a minimum percentage should be set with clubs able to mutually agree to lower where required. Unsold away tickets then returned for sale to home fans.

Too much gamesmanship and rug pulling in the current arrangement.

yeh, i think the SPFL should introduce a minimum of 5% of capacity to be made available for away fans, should the demand be there. With none of this buying tickets upfront nonsense either.

[hibsforeurope]

Are any Hibs First members able to see roughly how many tickets are left for sale?

[dangermouse]

Are any Hibs First members able to see roughly how many tickets are left for sale?

Not Hibs First but have a mate who is and he recons around 200 left.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Considering the way segregation works at Pittodrie with a metal fence doing the job, is it the case that Aberdeen are selling more tickets to their own fans, or simply cutting down the away support numbers for the sake of it? If it's the latter that seems beyond petty.

[JasonC1875]

Considering the way segregation works at Pittodrie with a metal fence doing the job, is it the case that Aberdeen are selling more tickets to their own fans, or simply cutting down the away support numbers for the sake of it? If it's the latter that seems beyond petty.

The fence is gone

[Brooster]

Are any Hibs First members able to see roughly how many tickets are left for sale?

There's about 200 left give or take.

[KdyHby]

Have received my ticket, 1st class post, impressive service 👍

[B.H.F.C]

There's about 200 left give or take.

I bought yesterday and there were several rows up the back of both sections greyed out so not sure if any more to be released.

[JasonC1875]

Have received my ticket, 1st class post, impressive service 👍

Ours arrived today too 👍

[joe breezy]

Can't complain as it is within the rules.

There is probably a wider conversation to be had about whether a decent away crowd makes for a better atmosphere. Also, does giving the opposition chance to get a vocal support behind them make for fairer competition?

For me I like a good away support. I think a minimum percentage should be set with clubs able to mutually agree to lower where required. Unsold away tickets then returned for sale to home fans.

Too much gamesmanship and rug pulling in the current arrangement.


I like good away supports for most teams including Aberdeen - not so keen on the Huns though

I have booked a flight to Aberdeen - day return from Heathrow was very reasonable on BA and used my points for a bit of discount so just £60 return.

Sounding like I won't get a ticket for the game though, which is a bit annoying. Will meet an Aberdeen pal I've no seen for years. Could potentially get a ticket in their end and look pissed off when Hibs score.

Not sure how good an impression I could do of an Aberdeen fan if they score though.

[joe breezy]

If anyone thinks they may have a chance of a spare for the Hibs end it would be much appreciated

Even Aberdeen end is proving challenging

Had a half season ticket last season but I couldn’t justify it as was unable to afford to come up enough.


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[joe breezy]

Thanks so much to Hibernian Verse for the help [emoji120][emoji172]


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[Carheenlea]

Why would Block 7 get priority ?


They get their allocation every week. I think it’s just some folk are a bit skeptical when it comes to these games as to whether the number of tickets they get tallies with how many of them have Hibs First.


Majority are Hibs first members/season ticket holder, the club don't give them first dibs or special treatment or so I've been led to believe.

If all 500 Hibs First members took up the option to buy, that would leave 292. There’s not 292 tickets on the graphic shared earlier so it’s natural that some will draw their own conclusions.

[1van Sprou7e]

If anyone happens to have another spare please let me know :)

[B.H.F.C]

If all 500 Hibs First members took up the option to buy, that would leave 292. There’s not 292 tickets on the graphic shared earlier so it’s natural that some will draw their own conclusions.

I was on at 10:00 yesterday morning and there were a good few rows towards the back, both sections, that weren’t available. Don’t see any reason for it but there could be seats still to be released. Don’t know how many tickets go on comps either.

[CallumLaidlaw]

I was on at 10:00 yesterday morning and there were a good few rows towards the back, both sections, that weren’t available. Don’t see any reason for it but there could be seats still to be released. Don’t know how many tickets go on comps either.

Some will be for staff and players family.


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[FastEddieFelson]

Anywhere in Edinburgh going to be showing the match?

[Chorley Hibee]

I see that Dundee Utd are charging Celtic fans £42 for the game at Tannadice.

That's outrageous!

[CallumLaidlaw]

Anywhere in Edinburgh going to be showing the match?

Footlights always a good bet


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[Hibs Go Bragh]

I see that Dundee Utd are charging Celtic fans £42 for the game at Tannadice.

That's outrageous!

Is there not a rule nowadays that you need to charge the home fans the same as away fans?

Unless they are expecting more Celtic fans in the home ends anyway.

[CB_NO3]

Is there not a rule nowadays that you need to charge the home fans the same as away fans?

Unless they are expecting more Celtic fans in the home ends anyway.

For same stand and like for like views aye.

Dundee Utd are getting round this by charging £42 for Celtic and Dundee Utd fans. But Dundee Utd season ticket holders can bring a pal for £20.00.

[Keith_M]

Is there not a rule nowadays that you need to charge the home fans the same as away fans?

Unless they are expecting more Celtic fans in the home ends anyway.



Yep, they have to be charged the same for the 'equivalent seats', e.g. South Stand prices have to be the same as FF stand.

[Carheenlea]

Might this be a beamback potential in light of ticket scarcity and TV blackout?

[Hibspur]

I see that Dundee Utd are charging Celtic fans £42 for the game at Tannadice.

That's outrageous!

You're not wrong. I've got little love for Celtic fans but that's out of order.

[Carheenlea]

Tickets all gone before 10am

Doesn’t really stack up. Maybe time for Hibs to come clean and break down exactly how many seats are kept aside from public sales and who for.

[hibsfan]

Tickets all gone before 10am

Doesn’t really stack up. Maybe time for Hibs to come clean and break down exactly how many seats are kept aside from public sales and who for.

Was able to get into the event bang on 10am - there was about 50 seats left, all in the uncovered section… let’s hope for a sunny day in Aberdeen! :flag:

[Callum_62]

Tickets all gone before 10am

Doesn’t really stack up. Maybe time for Hibs to come clean and break down exactly how many seats are kept aside from public sales and who for.Give within a minute of me receiving the email to say STH priority is open

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[Carheenlea]

Was able to get into the event bang on 10am - there was about 50 seats left, all in the uncovered section… let’s hope for a sunny day in Aberdeen! :flag:

So 50 seats out of an allocation of 792?

500 at a maximum of Hibs First - where’s the other 242 went?

[Ringothedog]

So 50 seats out of an allocation of 792?

500 at a maximum of Hibs First - where’s the other 242 went?

There were still over 200 left yesterday evening. I can only think that anyone buying today got in at dead on 10

[Chorley Hibee]

So 50 seats out of an allocation of 792?

500 at a maximum of Hibs First - where’s the other 242 went?

I don't believe that all 500 Hibs first will have taken up the option either, they rarely do (that was meant to be getting monitored).

I can take a guess at where a chunk of them have ended up.

If anyone comes across a spare, could they please let me know.

[Slim Shady]

So 50 seats out of an allocation of 792?

500 at a maximum of Hibs First - where’s the other 242 went?

Hospitality club members.

[Cod Boy]

I don't believe that all 500 Hibs first will have taken up the option either, they rarely do (that was meant to be getting monitored).

I can take a guess at where a chunk of them have ended up.

If anyone comes across a spare, could they please let me know.

Even if they didn’t they would have bought one for someone else happening a lot people sign up and cherry pick the bigger games

[hawkhill harp]

Was able to get into the event bang on 10am - there was about 50 seats left, all in the uncovered section… let’s hope for a sunny day in Aberdeen! :flag:

Were you able to buy any?,because i got the same,around 50 seats showing in the uncovered section but when i clicked on them they didn't exist,kept saying sorry we can't reserve these seats for you.

[Cameron1875]

Disappointing from Aberdeen considering they've had the option of full stand at ER twice this season. No issues between the boards and Dave Cormack even spoke well about Ron Gordon so this is a bit of a sly one from them.

Could say we take the moral high ground but absolutely **** them and give them 500 at best next season for this stunt.

[18Craig75]

I got in at 9.59 and there was only 50 or so seats. I only got 1 of the 2 tickets I was looking for.

Pretty poor for your average season ticket holder.

Hibs First, Block 7 & corporate hospitality priority groups need binned and loyalty points introduced asap. Other clubs make it work easily.

[Chorley Hibee]

I got in at 9.59 and there was only 50 or so seats. I only got 1 of the 2 tickets I was looking for.

Pretty poor for your average season ticket holder.

Hibs First, Block 7 & corporate hospitality priority groups need binned and loyalty points introduced asap. Other clubs make it work easily.

Agreed.

[TimeForHeroes32]

I got in at 9.59 and there was only 50 or so seats. I only got 1 of the 2 tickets I was looking for.

Pretty poor for your average season ticket holder.

Hibs First, Block 7 & corporate hospitality priority groups need binned and loyalty points introduced asap. Other clubs make it work easily.

Why does Hibs first need binned. It’s for the loyal fans that turn up every week no matter how we are playing. Even if it was loyalty points would be the same 500 people top off the list so wouldn’t matter still just be 200 tickets on sale today. Just usual scapegoat when people don’t get tickets for certain games[emoji42]

[Ringothedog]

Why does Hibs first need binned. It’s for the loyal fans that turn up every week no matter how we are playing. Even if it was loyalty points would be the same 500 people top off the list so wouldn’t matter still just be 200 tickets on sale today. Just usual scapegoat when people don’t get tickets for certain games[emoji42]

I agree. Going to loyalty points would make no difference, in fact it would make it harder to get tickets. If we are only allocated 800 tickets then the correct way would be to make them available to the first 800 fans on the loyalty points list. It basically makes the STH benefit redundant

[Chorley Hibee]

Why does Hibs first need binned. It’s for the loyal fans that turn up every week no matter how we are playing. Even if it was loyalty points would be the same 500 people top off the list so wouldn’t matter still just be 200 tickets on sale today. Just usual scapegoat when people don’t get tickets for certain games[emoji42]

It's not just loyal fans though, it's also people who paid a premium to secure tickets for Tynecastle etc and don't bother with many of the other away fixtures.

It was meant to be getting monitored by the club to avoid such situations, but I have my doubts that is actually happening.

Just employ a loyalty system without all these added premiums etc and don't set aside tickets for Block Seven either.

I'll admit I'm pissed off for myself that I didn't get a ticket (go home and away every week) but I'm equally annoyed that we don't have a loyalty system in place that countless other clubs run without a problem.

[DH1875]

Why does Hibs first need binned. It’s for the loyal fans that turn up every week no matter how we are playing. Even if it was loyalty points would be the same 500 people top off the list so wouldn’t matter still just be 200 tickets on sale today. Just usual scapegoat when people don’t get tickets for certain games[emoji42]

Is Hibs first not a closed shop, in that the people who got it when it first came out still have it or is it open for everyone to apply each year?
Have block 7 been allocated a spot/section. How many tickets do they get allocated?

[7Hero]

People saying hibs first might not buy all the allocation, how not ?

If im hibs first im buying a ticket, if i can't go i'll give it to a pal.

Hibs first is a closed shop, no-one will ever get in it, those who did fair play to them i wish i had now.

I've heard nothing about corporate getting them or sponsors, might be the odd person high up in the hibs sponsorship or partner hierarchy who contributes a fortune to the club ( there are a few of them) has requested some tickets, most likely, and some staff no doubt.

So say 200 Tickets left, and how many of us went online, probably at least a couple thousand at the same time, it's no wonder they are going to sell out that quickly..

The issue is clearly that we got a very limited number of tickets to a very very meaningful game, the most meaningful of the season you could argue, can't blame the club for that.

Hibs first however generated an extra £25k for the club, a loyalty scheme was a far better option and fairer, but they went for the option to increase revenue, if anything blame them for that

[CB_NO3]

It's not just loyal fans though, it's also people who paid a premium to secure tickets for Tynecastle etc and don't bother with many of the other away fixtures.

It was meant to be getting monitored by the club to avoid such situations, but I have my doubts that is actually happening.

Just employ a loyalty system without all these added premiums etc and don't set aside tickets for Block Seven either.

I'll admit I'm pissed off for myself that I didn't get a ticket (go home and away every week) but I'm equally annoyed that we don't have a loyalty system in place that countless other clubs run without a problem.
Who else has a loyalty point system other than Hearts? Assume the Old Firm as well.

Agree, we should have one. Shambles we don't.

[Pagan Hibernia]

Who else has a loyalty point system other than Hearts? Assume the Old Firm as well.

Agree, we should have one. Shambles we don't.

Didn't we have one a few years ago? And people weren't happy with that either

[Ringothedog]

Didn't we have one a few years ago? And people weren't happy with that either

It went belly up when points were awarded for being an HSL contributing member. I have no issues with either scheme. I was in the top 5% for loyalty points and have Hibs first. Any loyalty points scheme should be based on attendance at away games, nothing else as that just complicates it.

[SHODAN]

Didn't we have one a few years ago? And people weren't happy with that either

The loyalty points system was binned because a bunch of ST holders who liked getting their tickets to Hearts away but didn't bother with other away games threatened Leeann Dempster with not renewing and she caved immediately. One of the few things she got wrong imo.

[Brooster]

It's not just loyal fans though, it's also people who paid a premium to secure tickets for Tynecastle etc and don't bother with many of the other away fixtures.


Is that another true lie which gets trotted out when someone who fancies going to Aberdeen for the first time in 20 years doesn't manage to get a ticket?

[TimeForHeroes32]

Is Hibs first not a closed shop, in that the people who got it when it first came out still have it or is it open for everyone to apply each year?
Have block 7 been allocated a spot/section. How many tickets do they get allocated?

People can now only get in if any of current members don’t renew so won’t be many spaces available each season. It’s just the same people who took up option in championship when it first came out as away ST before being revamped and capacity increased. I can’t think this ever been a big issue in past for other fans when we were awful but now flying everyone wants to go which isn’t our fault if tickets available are lower than demand

Also on block, hibs usually announce where they are sitting but not this time. However how does anyone know they weren’t made to sign up for hibs first

[Hibernian Verse]

It's not just loyal fans though, it's also people who paid a premium to secure tickets for Tynecastle etc and don't bother with many of the other away fixtures.


If we weren't buying our tickets there would have been more than 200 left today.

[Chorley Hibee]

Is that another true lie which gets trotted out when someone who fancies going to Aberdeen for the first time in 20 years doesn't manage to get a ticket?

The only lie is the one where you're suggesting this would have been my first trip to Pittodrie in the last twenty years.

I've been to every game there since 2018 (minus Covid season) including games where we had as little as 500/600 there (including last season).

[GreenCastle]

Does Hibs first not allow new members every season?

Surely it’s not a closed shop ?

Would give Aberdeen minimum for their first visit next season - petty maybe but then we are even.

Will be interesting to see if Aberdeen sell out - I think it will depend if they win tomorrow and what the mood is with their fans.

[18Craig75]

Why does Hibs first need binned. It’s for the loyal fans that turn up every week no matter how we are playing. Even if it was loyalty points would be the same 500 people top off the list so wouldn’t matter still just be 200 tickets on sale today. Just usual scapegoat when people don’t get tickets for certain games[emoji42]

Exactly you’ve made my point - all 500 Hibs First members would be top of the tree on loyalty points, so nothing to worry about. Makes it fairer the further down the pecking order your go.

After a few months of a sensible loyalty points system, everyone would have the correct privilege, as it were, in relation to their loyalty.

[BoomtownHibees]

As a Hibs First member, I also agree that we should have loyalty points instead however the majority of folk in Hibs First would be in the top bracket anyway so wouldn’t have changed much for this game

[18Craig75]

It went belly up when points were awarded for being an HSL contributing member. I have no issues with either scheme. I was in the top 5% for loyalty points and have Hibs first. Any loyalty points scheme should be based on attendance at away games, nothing else as that just complicates it.

Home season ticket as a base, then away games added on top of that. Nothing else - keeps it simple and clean.

I guess you could argue home walk ups should be added which would seem fair.

[Chorley Hibee]

If we weren't buying our tickets there would have been more than 200 left today.

On this occasion perhaps, but I've no doubt that in previous games it hasn't been fully subscribed.

As I said, I don't like these exclusive paid for privilege groups that are sprouting up everywhere now, when a simple season ticket and loyalty points system should suffice.

Aside from my frustration at not securing a ticket for myself, that's where most of my anger lies.

[BoomtownHibees]

Does Hibs first not allow new members every season?

Surely it’s not a closed shop ?

Would give Aberdeen minimum for their first visit next season - petty maybe but then we are even.

Will be interesting to see if Aberdeen sell out - I think it will depend if they win tomorrow and what the mood is with their fans.

New members can only get in if an existing one drops out

[MKHIBEE]

Were you able to buy any?,because i got the same,around 50 seats showing in the uncovered section but when i clicked on them they didn't exist,kept saying sorry we can't reserve these seats for you.

It was the same for me

[Carheenlea]

There were no queues to access the ticket site, just straight in as soon as 10am struck.

The question is how many tickets were actually put on sale today?

[Hibernian Verse]

On this occasion perhaps, but I've no doubt that in previous games it hasn't been fully subscribed.

As I said, I don't like these exclusive paid for privilege groups that are sprouting up everywhere now, when a simple season ticket and loyalty points system should suffice.

Aside from my frustration at not securing a ticket for myself, that's where most of my anger lies.

I do agree with you on the privilege thing, I just panicked and bought it and it has proved worthwhile.

The danger of these is we go further down the rabbithole and end up with something like MyGers which has different tiers of loyalty (appropriate for them) that takes into account women's season tickets and clubstore spend.

[Chorley Hibee]

I do agree with you on the privilege thing, I just panicked and bought it and it has proved worthwhile.

The danger of these is we go further down the rabbithole and end up with something like MyGers which has different tiers of loyalty (appropriate for them) that takes into account women's season tickets and clubstore spend.

Yes, I'm concerned that this is the thin end of the wedge so to speak and that further tiers of 'loyalty' are an inevitable way of getting people to part with even more money.

It doesn't sit well with me.

[BoomtownHibees]

There were no queues to access the ticket site, just straight in as soon as 10am struck.

The question is how many tickets were actually put on sale today?

About 200

[Brooster]

The only lie is the one where you're suggesting this would have been my first trip to Pittodrie in the last twenty years.

I've been to every game there since 2018 (minus Covid season) including games where we had as little as 500/600 there (including last season).

I didn't say it was you, apologies if it came across that way.

[Chorley Hibee]

I didn't say it was you, apologies if it came across that way.

No worries.

My own frustration at not securing a ticket probably showing too. 😬

[Slim Shady]

So 50 seats out of an allocation of 792?

500 at a maximum of Hibs First - where’s the other 242 went?

Hospitality club members.

[DH1875]

Could be wrong but think rangers/Celtic fans have to sign up to schemes and they are allocated away games that they can buy tickets for. You might get allocated Hibs away but not hearts away for example. They've had issues with supporters clubs getting allocated tickets and are doing away with clubs getting allocated x amount of tickets.

[TimeForHeroes32]

Exactly you’ve made my point - all 500 Hibs First members would be top of the tree on loyalty points, so nothing to worry about. Makes it fairer the further down the pecking order your go.

After a few months of a sensible loyalty points system, everyone would have the correct privilege, as it were, in relation to their loyalty.

If the club did go with loyalty points route how would you start it off. Can’t start on 0 but then we’ve been buying tickets off clubs so how can Hibs tell what games you’ve attended. Hibs First members would need a head start to make sure we aren’t losing out on games like Ibrox, Celtic, Hearts or even now Aberdeen plus European games next season if away end is small. Maybe the new Chief Ex when they come in will bring something in but whatever they decide people will moan about it

[18Craig75]

If the club did go with loyalty points route how would you start it off. Can’t start on 0 but then we’ve been buying tickets off clubs so how can Hibs tell what games you’ve attended. Hibs First members would need a head start to make sure we aren’t losing out on games like Ibrox, Celtic, Hearts or even now Aberdeen plus European games next season if away end is small. Maybe the new Chief Ex when they come in will bring something in but whatever they decide people will moan about it


Yeah I think that would be fair to transition over, previous Hibs First members should get a head start.

[LewysGot2]

As a Hibs First member, I also agree that we should have loyalty points instead however the majority of folk in Hibs First would be in the top bracket anyway so wouldn’t have changed much for this game

Yup. The original 350 of us in Hibs AST were all home and away every week as known by the club from their own sales data. That’s why Leeann set the AST limit at 350, along with the fact that the smallest away allocation we could get (then at Dumbarton) tied in with the numbers. Over the last few years since the AST was established I have seen most of the same people every week. Because Hibs used to allocate your seats for ASTs you got to know folk you’d otherwise not have. Those folk still go. Many of them travel by the same well established supporters buses like The Carlton.

When it was expanded, no doubt by sun tanned BK to make money another 150 were taken up. At this point the absolute need to always go was done away with - partly because of many away clubs selling directly. The money funds a post in the ticket office.

I can see both sides but I’m not seeing that any of the problems with AST v Hibs First v Loyalty points will go away with loyalty points. Indeed harvesting points becomes even more likely- definitely not less likely.

I had maximum loyalty points, including HSL - but I’d been in that before it was made a loyalty point og.

As for not getting tickets- everyone can understand that people will want certain games over others. However, even with all the systems in place people still bypass them for folk who don’t qualify by any metric. Every game at Tynecastle there’s non STHs there. Every time. We’re even seeing French ultras being given tickets by fellow Hibs fans at the expense of another STH going.

I wish there was a fair system nobody would bypass for their mates or whoever that made things fairer or better.

People remembering LD cancelled loyalty points because STHs complained that they’d never have a chance of getting a ticket for Tynecastle and were threatening non renewal of STs are right. Hence the in depth analysis of who went to away games most, identifying them and offering AST to those 350 qualifiers- meaning more chance of Tynecastle tickets for non ASTs. BK monetising and expanding it has caused some of the new consternation- along with an upturn in team fortunes.

No easy answers.

[Mark1875]

Home season ticket as a base, then away games added on top of that. Nothing else - keeps it simple and clean.

I guess you could argue home walk ups should be added which would seem fair.

With most ticket sales being digital these days it would be easier to add the points for walk up fans.

[hibsfan]

Were you able to buy any?,because i got the same,around 50 seats showing in the uncovered section but when i clicked on them they didn't exist,kept saying sorry we can't reserve these seats for you.

Yes - got one in my basket at around 10:01 and bought - no problems at all

[Green-Hibee-7]

I got in at 9.59 and there was only 50 or so seats. I only got 1 of the 2 tickets I was looking for.

Pretty poor for your average season ticket holder.

Hibs First, Block 7 & corporate hospitality priority groups need binned and loyalty points introduced asap. Other clubs make it work easily.

As a Hibs first member, totally agree.

[Baldy Foghorn]

Yup. The original 350 of us in Hibs AST were all home and away every week as known by the club from their own sales data. That’s why Leeann set the AST limit at 350, along with the fact that the smallest away allocation we could get (then at Dumbarton) tied in with the numbers. Over the last few years since the AST was established I have seen most of the same people every week. Because Hibs used to allocate your seats for ASTs you got to know folk you’d otherwise not have. Those folk still go. Many of them travel by the same well established supporters buses like The Carlton.

When it was expanded, no doubt by sun tanned BK to make money another 150 were taken up. At this point the absolute need to always go was done away with - partly because of many away clubs selling directly. The money funds a post in the ticket office.

I can see both sides but I’m not seeing that any of the problems with AST v Hibs First v Loyalty points will go away with loyalty points. Indeed harvesting points becomes even more likely- definitely not less likely.

I had maximum loyalty points, including HSL - but I’d been in that before it was made a loyalty point og.

As for not getting tickets- everyone can understand that people will want certain games over others. However, even with all the systems in place people still bypass them for folk who don’t qualify by any metric. Every game at Tynecastle there’s non STHs there. Every time. We’re even seeing French ultras being given tickets by fellow Hibs fans at the expense of another STH going.

I wish there was a fair system nobody would bypass for their mates or whoever that made things fairer or better.

People remembering LD cancelled loyalty points because STHs complained that they’d never have a chance of getting a ticket for Tynecastle and were threatening non renewal of STs are right. Hence the in depth analysis of who went to away games most, identifying them and offering AST to those 350 qualifiers- meaning more chance of Tynecastle tickets for non ASTs. BK monetising and expanding it has caused some of the new consternation- along with an upturn in team fortunes.

No easy answers.

Good post

[Baldy Foghorn]

Good post

I was in the initial meeting to introduce loyalty points. It got muddied by the HSL points.

The AST was set at 350, as was half the Dumbarton allocation.

Then Ben monetised it by charging £50 a person.

Loyalty points was the right scheme, just too many moaned about it at the time.

[marinello59]

I was in the initial meeting to introduce loyalty points. It got muddied by the HSL points.

The AST was set at 350, as was half the Dumbarton allocation.

Then Ben monetised it by charging £50 a person.

Loyalty points was the right scheme, just too many moaned about it at the time.

I was in the top tier for loyalty points last time around and still argued frequently against them, my big worry was it devalued the season ticket. I've shifted position now and think it needs to be considered.

[Baldy Foghorn]

I was in the top tier for loyalty points last time around and still argued frequently against them, my big worry was it devalued the season ticket. I've shifted position now and think it needs to be considered.

No scheme will suit everyone. AST was great, money came out your account for every game and you got your ticket, the current scheme, has kind of devalued it, in as much as it costs £50, but you don't have to take tickets (This was meant to be monitored, but that never happened).

Loyalty points, for games attended, is the fairest scheme IMO, but others will moan that they don't have enough points. Not sure why it ruffled so
many feathers though. Seems to work well at other Clubs.

[Billy Whizz]

No scheme will suit everyone. AST was great, money came out your account for every game and you got your ticket, the current scheme, has kind of devalued it, in as much as it costs £50, but you don't have to take tickets (This was meant to be monitored, but that never happened).

Loyalty points, for games attended, is the fairest scheme IMO, but others will moan that they don't have enough points. Not sure why it ruffled so
many feathers though. Seems to work well at other Clubs.

Think Hearts who have a loyalty points system, re-set them every 2 years
Not sure how they do it for lots of away games, as a lot of teams now sell direct to Hibs fans, rather than via our own ticket site

[DH1875]

That's the thing, it's got to be reset at times otherwise it's impossible for someone starting afresh to catch up. Not fair on the person who been going for years but young folk buying season tickets need some sort of incentive to be able to get tickets for bigger away games otherwise, what's the point.

[bingo70]

That's the thing, it's got to be reset at times otherwise it's impossible for someone starting afresh to catch up. Not fair on the person who been going for years but young folk buying season tickets need some sort of incentive to be able to get tickets for bigger away games otherwise, what's the point.

Other clubs manage it though so I’ve never understood why we can’t?

[Frazerbob]

Scotland supporters club loyalty points are based on a rolling last 10 home and 10 away games. 1 point for every home game attended, 2 points for every away game attended with 2 bonus points available. 1 for early membership renewal and 1 for long term members. So, a maximum of 32 points at anytime. They also supply regular updates of the amount of fans on each points level Works well, simple and transparent.

[DH1875]

Other clubs manage it though so I’ve never understood why we can’t?

Other clubs reset after x amount of years or x amount of games. Clubs with bigger support like celtic and rangers don't have an elite group who are entitled to tickets for every game. They are allocated certain games and go into ballots for others. For example, If a rangers fan got a ticket for celtic he didn't get a ticket to the 2nd game at celtic. They have a daft way of doing cup finals as well.

[B.H.F.C]

Scotland supporters club loyalty points are based on a rolling last 10 home and 10 away games. 1 point for every home game attended, 2 points for every away game attended with 2 bonus points available. 1 for early membership renewal and 1 for long term members. So, a maximum of 32 points at anytime. They also supply regular updates of the amount of fans on each points level Works well, simple and transparent.

It gets a bit of stick for being a bit of a closed shop at times I think. But that would be less of an issue for Hibs given there are multiple games per season that aren’t sold out, that’s not the case with Scotland away games.

Basic concept, I totally agree with. I’d prefer it and I’m on Hibs First. Resetting wouldn’t be an issue, those going would get their points back.

[B.H.F.C]

Other clubs reset after x amount of years or x amount of games. Clubs with bigger support like celtic and rangers don't have an elite group who are entitled to tickets for every game. They are allocated certain games and go into ballots for others. For example, If a rangers fan got a ticket for celtic he didn't get a ticket to the 2nd game at celtic. They have a daft way of doing cup finals as well.

Celtic and Rangers have certain groups and branches that get allocated tickets every week. It’s then up to them to allocate as they see fit. It’s certainly not an equal playing field for all.

[Carheenlea]

Other clubs reset after x amount of years or x amount of games. Clubs with bigger support like celtic and rangers don't have an elite group who are entitled to tickets for every game. They are allocated certain games and go into ballots for others. For example, If a rangers fan got a ticket for celtic he didn't get a ticket to the 2nd game at celtic. They have a daft way of doing cup finals as well.

The difference with Rangers and Celtic is that their demand outstrips supply for every away match. Ballot systems etc which they have to operate are understandable in such circumstances.

For Hibs, we are some way from that scenario, and tickets can be secured for most away games without any difficulty, so for us, when it comes to high demand away matches, I don’t think anyone can argue against the idea that those who support the club on the road most regularly should be given a better chance of securing tickets.

For an allocation of 700 odds I probably would have just fell short in a loyalty scheme for this one, but I support the idea of a loyalty point system for Hibs.

[DH1875]

Celtic and Rangers have certain groups and branches that get allocated tickets every week. It’s then up to them to allocate as they see fit. It’s certainly not an equal playing field for all.

They are stopping the supporters clubs from getting the tickets as some dodgy dealing being going on there.

[SteveHFC]

Scotland supporters club loyalty points are based on a rolling last 10 home and 10 away games. 1 point for every home game attended, 2 points for every away game attended with 2 bonus points available. 1 for early membership renewal and 1 for long term members. So, a maximum of 32 points at anytime. They also supply regular updates of the amount of fans on each points level Works well, simple and transparent.

Agreed I think the system is fair. Points only really matter for away games or like the Euro’s last year. Something like this would work. :aok:

[Eyrie]

I was in the top tier for loyalty points last time around and still argued frequently against them, my big worry was it devalued the season ticket. I've shifted position now and think it needs to be considered.

Loyalty points would have to be based on the season ticket, say 25 points for a season and 12 points for a half season.

Then add 1 point if you buy a ticket for Easter Road for a cup game (everyone) or league game (walk ups), and 1 point for each away game that doesn't sell out.

Base the points on the last two complete seasons plus this one, and then release tickets over three or four point bands but in the evening when fewer people are at work.

It's doable.

[Silversand]

It gets a bit of stick for being a bit of a closed shop at times I think. But that would be less of an issue for Hibs given there are multiple games per season that aren’t sold out, that’s not the case with Scotland away games.

5 of the last 7 Scotland away games went to zero points (ie you had to be a registered member only to get a ticket), but I think that might have been a bit of an anomaly, whereby most Scotland away fans went to Germany, & didn't go to other away games in 2024 due to finances/holidays etc.

[Niagara Lad]

Aberdeen fans on Saturday are having a minutes applause at the 19th minute mark in memory of Mark Ferguson. Mark was 45 years old and was diagnosed with MND 2 years ago. He leaves behind a wife and 4 children. Would be great if our support could join in with the minutes applause.

[7Hero]

You have to reward season ticket holders who turn up at home games just having a season is not enough, more people in the stadium means more revenue, and we hav eempty seats where st holders do not turn up, let's try and get more of them to turn up more often.

[danhibees1875]

You have to reward season ticket holders who turn up at home games just having a season is not enough, more people in the stadium means more revenue, and we hav eempty seats where st holders do not turn up, let's try and get more of them to turn up more often.

Is the reward not getting to watch the football as opposed to just effectively making a donation to the club for nothing in return?

[Bridge hibs]

You have to reward season ticket holders who turn up at home games just having a season is not enough, more people in the stadium means more revenue, and we hav eempty seats where st holders do not turn up, let's try and get more of them to turn up more often.

A lot of hibs fans also purchase season tickets to put money into the coffers too knowing their time watching hibs could be limited. We bought season tickets for years but in the last 3 seasons we shelled out around 3 grand and managed to see a grand total of around 5 games in those 3 seasons.

We would have loved to have been able to make every home game but life got in the way and our seats remained empty most of the time. We decided not to renew for next season so hopefully our seats will be taken and not remain empty.

[mcohibs]

Optimistic enquiry for any spares for Pittodrie on Saturday?

[joe breezy]

Aberdeen fans on Saturday are having a minutes applause at the 19th minute mark in memory of Mark Ferguson. Mark was 45 years old and was diagnosed with MND 2 years ago. He leaves behind a wife and 4 children. Would be great if our support could join in with the minutes applause.

Definitely


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[Jones28]

Would be a cracking away day, but will be even more so a great opportunity for Aberdeen to fill the ground with their own fans. No issue whatsoever with them cutting our allocation. We’d do the same and rightly so. It’s a massive game for both teams. I only hope the hardy souls that make the trip get their reward.

[joe breezy]

I thought Aberdeen were pish against Hearts and lucky to win

If we don’t beat them I’d be really disappointed as if we play anything like we can Hibs are by far the better team


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[B.H.F.C]

I thought Aberdeen were pish against Hearts and lucky to win

If we don’t beat them I’d be really disappointed as if we play anything like we can Hibs are by far the better team


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I thought they were really poor on Saturday. Watching that, I think we’ll be happy to let them have the ball and hit them on the break. They were so poor and so lacking in ideas against Hearts, don’t leave space for their wide players and we’ll be fine, that’s where their danger will come from.

[JohnM1875]

I thought they were really poor on Saturday. Watching that, I think we’ll be happy to let them have the ball and hit them on the break. They were so poor and so lacking in ideas against Hearts, don’t leave space for their wide players and we’ll be fine, that’s where their danger will come from.

They were abysmal, but still have a few dangerous players in both wingers. I'll always worry about Nisbet scoring against us even though he was brutal on Saturday.

Expect the usual cheating and gamesmanship from Shinnie as well.

Going to be a tough game but if we win, that's massive!

[Donegal Hibby]

They were abysmal, but still have a few dangerous players in both wingers. I'll always worry about Nisbet scoring against us even though he was brutal on Saturday.

Expect the usual cheating and gamesmanship from Shinnie as well.

Going to be a tough game but if we win, that's massive!

Win would be massive though if you offered me a point right now I’d take it .

[USA_Hibee]

Even after their performance on Saturday they (their fans) seem to be pretty confident they will beat us.

Huge game. Hopefully everyone is up for it. If we win then we are in such a great spot to finish third.

[danhibees1875]

I went up to Aberdeen towards the end of the season Lennon was in charge (2018?) - both teams were flying and in contention for 2nd.

What was the ticket situation for that one? I'm sure I got one relatively easily and even took some non-Hibs supporting mates up for the game and a night out.

[B.H.F.C]

I went up to Aberdeen towards the end of the season Lennon was in charge (2018?) - both teams were flying and in contention for 2nd.

What was the ticket situation for that one? I'm sure I got one relatively easily and even took some non-Hibs supporting mates up for the game and a night out.

We had the full allocation. It’s been reduced from what we got back then, more recently, with about half of block R being used for segregation (not that we’ve filled it in any case).

[JohnM1875]

David Dickinson ref. Easily one of, if not the worst in the league.

[ancient hibee]

Let’s hope that there aren’t a few posters on here after the game demanding that the club issue a statement complaining about Dickinson.

[Ryan91]

Dickinson may be a ***** ref, but the most important thing for me is that Dickinson doesn't let Shinnie try his usual trick of attempting to referee the game for him.

Stick to what we do best, and we will come out with the win.

[Silky]

David Dickinson ref. Easily one of, if not the worst in the league.

Aye, he's a total clown! Aided and abeted by Gavin Duncan on VAR. SFA pulling out all the stops for this one!!

[Jones28]

We've had 3 good results against them this season, the draw was the catalyst for our upturn in form.

Nothing to fear vs this mob, play to our strengths we will win.

[Hibs3-2]

Question is, cadden or obita, hoilett or campbell and myko or bowie

Smith

Cadden
Miller
Rocky
Iredale
Cadden/obita

Triantis
Levitt

Campbell/hoilett

Myko/bowie
Boyle


I think he’ll play campbell to stick on shinnie, cadden will be back in, despite being harsh on obita and the myko first 60/bowie last 30 is working so should remain that too

[B.H.F.C]

Question is, cadden or obita, hoilett or campbell and myko or bowie

Smith

Cadden
Miller
Rocky
Iredale
Cadden/obita

Triantis
Levitt

Campbell/hoilett

Myko/bowie
Boyle


I think he’ll play campbell to stick on shinnie, cadden will be back in, despite being harsh on obita and the myko first 60/bowie last 30 is working so should remain that too

We’ve played well the last few weeks. If I was going to make any changes, it would be Bowie in for Myko but that would be it

I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s the same team again.

[Brooster]

Question is, cadden or obita, hoilett or campbell and myko or bowie

Smith

Cadden
Miller
Rocky
Iredale
Cadden/obita

Triantis
Levitt

Campbell/hoilett

Myko/bowie
Boyle


I think he’ll play campbell to stick on shinnie, cadden will be back in, despite being harsh on obita and the myko first 60/bowie last 30 is working so should remain that too

Shinnie has been playing LB for the last couple of months.

[B.H.F.C]

Shinnie has been playing LB for the last couple of months.

Thought he looked rotten there against Hearts on Saturday. Definitely an area to target for me.

[Jones28]

Thought he looked rotten there against Hearts on Saturday. Definitely an area to target for me.

Get Cadden and Boyle to turn him inside out.

[GloryGlory]

Get Cadden and Boyle to turn him inside out.

The referee will let Shinnie kick Cadden and Boyle up and down the park all afternoon, maybe getting out the yellow card after his 12th foul.

[B.H.F.C]

The referee will let Shinnie kick Cadden and Boyle up and down the park all afternoon, maybe getting out the yellow card after his 12th foul.

He’ll need to catch them first. He looked like he could barely move at the weekend. I’d get right after him.

[Mcbizz1998]

A win this weekend is massive. With Dundee United playing Celtic, we will likely be 6 points ahead of Aberdeen and Dundee United with a win at Pittodrie. It would really be 7 with our goal difference and to be honest I don’t see us being caught from that position.

A draw is ok though and a loss isn’t the end of the world but it’s a huge incentive to get this done early if we get off to the perfect start.

[Donegal Hibby]

Question is, cadden or obita, hoilett or campbell and myko or bowie

Smith

Cadden
Miller
Rocky
Iredale
Cadden/obita

Triantis
Levitt

Campbell/hoilett

Myko/bowie
Boyle


I think he’ll play campbell to stick on shinnie, cadden will be back in, despite being harsh on obita and the myko first 60/bowie last 30 is working so should remain that too

If Cadden is ok then he’s got to start over Obita as he’s far more effective. The Hoilett , Campbell one is interesting and gives Gray something to think about in Campbell started and finished both matches we won over Aberdeen so far this season. Bowie , Myko another interesting one in Myko has started with Bowie coming on later and even though he has scored two recently I could see Gray sticking with the same again in Myko starting and Bowie coming on later .

[JimBHibees]

Thought he looked rotten there against Hearts on Saturday. Definitely an area to target for me.

Agree totally at fault for Hearts goal

[Bridge hibs]

The referee will let Shinnie kick Cadden and Boyle up and down the park all afternoon, maybe getting out the yellow card after his 12th foul.He has to catch Boyle first to do that

[joe breezy]

If Bowie is fully fit I’d find it hard not to give him a start - saying that we have a good bench so it’s not a bad position to be in


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[SunshineOnLeith]

The referee will let Shinnie kick Cadden and Boyle up and down the park all afternoon, maybe getting out the yellow card after his 12th foul.

To be fair to the ref in the last Aberdeen game at Easter Road he penalised Shinnie early for his 'falling on the ball and grabbing it' trick and he never really recovered, was totally rattled by not getting his own way.

[Paul1642]

A win this weekend is massive. With Dundee United playing Celtic, we will likely be 6 points ahead of Aberdeen and Dundee United with a win at Pittodrie. It would really be 7 with our goal difference and to be honest I don’t see us being caught from that position.

A draw is ok though and a loss isn’t the end of the world but it’s a huge incentive to get this done early if we get off to the perfect start.

Totally agree. It feels like every game in the last 10 has been a huge game for us due to how tight the league is, but this is the biggest opportunity of the season for us IMO.

Win and it’s very nearly job done. Loose and the Dundee United game becomes a very nervous one.

In your above scenario where we go 6 clear of both + goal difference, I’m not sure I can see either Aberdeen or Dundee United picking up the necessary 7 points from their remaining games regardless of our results.

It’s more of a must not loose than a must win, but a win would be priceless.

[Mcbizz1998]

Totally agree. It feels like every game in the last 10 has been a huge game for us due to how tight the league is, but this is the biggest opportunity of the season for us IMO.

Win and it’s very nearly job done. Loose and the Dundee United game becomes a very nervous one.

In your above scenario where we go 6 clear of both + goal difference, I’m not sure I can see either Aberdeen or Dundee United picking up the necessary 7 points from their remaining games regardless of our results.

It’s more of a must not loose than a must win, but a win would be priceless.

Absolutely mate. Given United will need to play rangers and us, Aberdeen will need to play both old firm, and of course they both need to play each other on the final day - I think a win this weekend for us with United losing to Celtic would all but seal it for us.

[Silky]

The referee will let Shinnie kick Cadden and Boyle up and down the park all afternoon, maybe getting out the yellow card after his 12th foul.

Is Shinnie not the referee?

[MKHIBEE]

Is Shinnie not the referee?
In his own head

[Alex Trager]

I see these chumps are struggling to sell their tickets, which begs the question why haven't we been given a full allocation? Out of curiosity, what is the largest away allocation they give, does anyone know? Numbers wise - I am sure Pittodrie is supposed to hold about 18K so surely they give a fairly healthy away allocation out of that?

They seem ultra confident on AFC chat which amazes me considering they were bog rotten on Saturday and capitulated against the Huns 10 man B side the week before - I feel fairly confident we go there and don't get beat, if not win.

If Celtic beat DU then we win, I would say third is almost done for us. If DU beat Celtic and we win vs Sheep and DU I'd feel the same.

I want to break the record though, so anything but a loss is a decent result.

[green day]

I see these chumps are struggling to sell their tickets, which begs the question why haven't we been given a full allocation? Out of curiosity, what is the largest away allocation they give, does anyone know? Numbers wise - I am sure Pittodrie is supposed to hold about 18K so surely they give a fairly healthy away allocation out of that?

They seem ultra confident on AFC chat which amazes me considering they were bog rotten on Saturday and capitulated against the Huns 10 man B side the week before - I feel fairly confident we go there and don't get beat, if not win.

If Celtic beat DU then we win, I would say third is almost done for us. If DU beat Celtic and we win vs Sheep and DU I'd feel the same.

I want to break the record though, so anything but a loss is a decent result.

Celtic are getting the full available capacity, around 1700