Gray 'will continue until told otherwise' - but has Hibs boss lost the fans?
Hibernian’s Home Slump Deepens as Gray Vows to Stay the Course
Hibernian suffered their sixth straight home defeat in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday, a loss that left the club in ninth place and sparked a chorus of boos from the Easter Road crowd. Head coach David Gray, a former Hibs right‐back and Scottish Cup‐winning captain, told BBC Scotland he will keep looking for solutions “until someone says something different” (BBC Sport). The statement comes as pressure mounts on the club legend to reverse a run that has seen four defeats in six league games.
What Happened at Easter Road
Kilmarnock visited Easter Road and claimed their first league win of the season, thanks to a first‐half strike from George Stanger (BBC Sport). The visitors held on despite receiving a late red card, preserving a 1‐0 victory that broke their winless start to the campaign. The triumph stood in stark contrast to the reaction from Hibs supporters, who erupted in boos as the final whistle blew (BBC Sport).
Earlier in the weekend, Hibernian had produced a more convincing performance, beating League One leaders Ross County 3‐0 to secure a place in the League Cup semi‐final against city rivals Hearts (BBC Sport). The stark difference in atmosphere between that win and the Kilmarnock defeat highlighted the growing frustration among the fanbase.
Gray’s Response
In the post‐match interview, Gray acknowledged that the result was “not good enough” and that the tactical side of the game was not the focus for supporters at the moment (BBC Sport). He said:
“It’s clear to see, it’s not good enough in terms of the result,” he told BBC Scotland.
“Nobody wants to hear me stand here and talk about the tactical side of the game at this moment in time. We have lost a game again at home.”
Gray stressed that the only way forward was collective effort
“The only way it turns is by putting yourself out there, sticking together and believing in yourself and trusting your ability.”
He added that he will continue to work as hard as possible:
“One thing I will continue to do is work as hard as I can to turn this around. Until someone was to say something different, I will continue to do everything to turn this around.” (BBC Sport)
External Perspective
Former Hibs midfielder Scott Allan described the upcoming league fixture against Aberdeen as a “must‐win” for Gray, underscoring the urgency of halting the club’s decline (BBC Sport).
Why It Matters
The string of home defeats threatens Hibernian’s aspirations for a higher league finish and puts the club’s European ambitions at risk. With the team now ninth, the gap to the European‐qualification places is widening, and the club’s reputation among its supporters is being tested. Gray’s commitment to stay in charge, despite the vocal opposition, signals a determination to rebuild confidence, but the next results will determine whether the fans’ patience can be restored.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did David Gray say about his future at Hibs? Gray said he will keep looking for solutions and will continue in his role “until someone says something different,” emphasizing his willingness to work hard to improve results (BBC Sport).
How did Kilmarnock secure their win at Easter Road? George Stanger scored the only goal in the first half, and Kilmarnock held on despite a late red card to earn a 1‐0 victory, their first league win of the season (BBC Sport).
What was the reaction of the Hibs supporters to the defeat? The stadium echoed with boos after the loss, a sharp contrast to the earlier 3‐0 win over Ross County that had been celebrated by the crowd (BBC Sport).
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