Hibernian manager David Gray expressed frustration over his team's naivety in a dramatic late loss to Motherwell. The team had a series of chances to win the game but ultimately conceded a goal in the final minutes of the match. Gray attributed the loss to the team's naivety, stating that they had enough opportunities to win the game but failed to capitalize on them.
What happened?
Hibernian battled back from a goal down to go into the final ten minutes of the match looking like the more likely side. However, the home side were hit by a blistering counter-attack five minutes from time, resulting in a 1-0 loss for Hibernian.
Why it matters for Motherwell
The loss is a significant blow to Hibernian's chances of progressing in the UEFA Conference League. The team will need to bounce back quickly if they hope to stay in the competition.
What comes next?
Hibernian will look to bounce back in their UEFA Conference League clash against KF Shkendija. The team will be hoping to have some key creative players fit for the match, with Apostolos Stamatelopoulos, Callum Hendry, Paul McGinn, and Stephen O'Donnell currently sidelined.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 4th in Premiership, 54 pts, 14W-12D-7L from 33 games, recent form WLDLW. Goals this season: 52 scored, 29 conceded (+23 goal difference). Title race: 16 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. Last result: Hibernian 0-1 Motherwell (2026-05-16). Recent form (last 5): 2W-1D-2L (WWLLD, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run. Currently sidelined: Apostolos Stamatelopoulos, Callum Hendry, Paul McGinn, Stephen O'Donnell.
