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Hibernian were denied a first Scottish Premiership win of the season after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser at Kilmarnock.

Bruce Anderson converted from the spot after being fouled by Jordan Obita to earn Kilmarnock's first point of the season and cancel out Joe Newell's sublime opener.

Whether Newell's intention was to shoot or to cross is up for debate, but his whipped effort was enough to beat Kieran O'Hara five minutes into the second half.

The Hibs captain was the hero for a while but his Kilmarnock counterpart might have been the villain had his side not levelled late on.

Kyle Vassell added himself to an already-competitive 'miss of the season' nominee list by inexplicably failing to convert an open goal from less than two yards out.

For those interested in statistics, Newell's opener yielded an xG rating of 0.01. Vassell's first half miss was 0.73.

Both sides hit the frame of the goal at 1-0 before Anderson won and scored the penalty in stoppage time.

David Gray is still yet to win a league match as Hibs manager but Kilmarnock, at the fourth time of asking, finally have a point on the board.

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Nectarios Triantis impressed in his first match since returning to Hibs on deadline day.

He won more duels and completed more successful dribbles than any other player on the pitch.

The Sunderland-loanee was used as a midfielder on Sunday, but often played as a centre back during his previous loan spell at the club.

A magnificent solo run almost ended in a goal, but the Australian's effort battered the crossbar from a difficult angle.

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For the second week in a row, Hibs have conceded late to miss out on their first victory of the season.

Rival fans have long taunted the Easter Road club for 'Hibsing it', an unwanted term to describe their regular capitulations. But they are showing repeated signs of it.

David Gray's side had control of the second half until the final 10 minutes. For some reason, from that point on, they looked fragile and an equaliser seemed inevitable.

There appears to be a nervousness around this side when defending leads, and the head coach must find a way to banish that if they are to finish anywhere near the top six this season.

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Hibernian head coach David Gray: "We know where we need to improve but there were much more positives today, that's for sure.

"My frustration is that we weren't able to see it out. For 99% of the game, I thought it was a very good performance away from home.

"The break comes at a really good time. We have a lot of new gs who all need time to gel together.

"Some of the players are a little bit low on confidence, this break gives us time to work on those areas where we know we can improve."

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Kilmarnock: O'Hara, Wright, Mayo, Findlay, Ndaba, Armstrong, Watson, Polworth, Kennedy, Vassell, Anderson

Substitutes: McCrorie, Burroughs, Deas, McKenzie, Mackay-Steven, Murray, Cameron, Wales, Bainbridge

Hibernian: Bursik, Miller, Ekpiteta, O'Hora, Obita, Newell, Kwon, Triantis, Molotnikov, Kuharevich, Boyle

Substitutes: Smith, Levitt, C. Cadden, McKirdy, N. Cadden, Bowie, Moriah-Welsh, Campbell, Bushiri

Following the death of former Hibs defender Sol Bamba aged 39, we would like to know how you will him, both as a player and a man.

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The football world has paid tribute to Sol Bamba following his death aged 39.

The former Cardiff City, Leeds United and Hibernian defender overcame non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 but died on Saturday in Turkey, where he was working for Adanaspor, after being itted to hospital.

The Ivory Coast defender - who also had spells with clubs including Leicester City, Middlesbrough and Dunfermline Athletic - won promotion with Cardiff in the 2017-18 season.

Bamba's former team-mates, clubs and fans have reacted to the news of his death.

Former Cardiff defender Lee Peltier wrote on X: "Love you brother. Rest easy my big brother - always there for me, will never forget."

Ex-Cardiff defender and manager Mark Hudson said: "Never had the chance to witness what a truly great man and leader you were.

"We have shared stories and I loved our chats, however brief. My heart goes out to Sol's family. I am devastated for you."

Former Middlesbrough defender Cyrus Christie said: "This news has shook me to my core. Only the other day we spoke as you started your managerial career.

"Fly high brother, may your soul rest in peace. One of the nicest and most humble guys to grace this game. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family."

Junior Hoilett, who won promotion with Cardiff alongside Bamba, said: "RIP Big Bro. Love Always."

Andy Campbell, who played for both Cardiff and Boro, said: "Awful news, a genuinely gorgeous human being."

Ipswich Town's Sam Morsy, who was with Bamba at Middlesbrough, wrote: "Ahhh man big Sol .. incredible human one of the best I've shared a dressing room with, at the start of his coaching career."

Writing in Arabic, Morsy added: "We belong to Allah and to him we shall return."

Current Cardiff left-back Callum O'Dowda said: "Heartbroken. Despite everything you went through, you epitomised the most positive outlook on life. A lesson I will hold forever. My thoughts are with your family."

Bluebirds goalkeeper Jak Alnwick wrote: "Rest in peace Sol, one of the nicest guys I've ever come across in football."

And Neil Etheridge, a team-mate of Bamba's at Cardiff, said: "One of the nicest guys I have met off the field and on it.

"Always smiling, always so happy, always seeing the brighter side of life.

"When I ed the club, before he knew me, Sol treated me as a brother. When we got to know each other we became family. Rest in peace Sol."

Ex-Cardiff winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing wrote: "My guy always looked out for me. Love you brother."

Neil Warnock, who made Bamba his first g at Cardiff, wrote on X: "I can’t believe I won’t see that beaming smile again.

"I’m so happy that Sol was part of my life and we had such brilliant memories together.

"I’m heartbroken for Chloe and the family and all my thoughts are with them.

"Sol was a ray of sunshine and I’ll miss him so much."

Hibernian could also turn to the free agent market after missing out on Luke McCowan on deadline day. (Daily Record)

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Kilmarnock's Brad Lyons is suspended and fellow midfielder Liam Donnelly picked up an injury against Copenhagen. Fraser Murray could return from injury while Corrie Ndaba and Kyle Magennis are back in contention.

Hibernian have no injuries but Jake Doyle-Hayes, Elie Youan and Junior Hoilett are unlikely to be involved as they build up their fitness following lay-offs.

Jane Lewis, Brian McLauchlin and Tyrone Smith round up all the deadline defying drama as the Scottish transfer window shuts.

From Celtic's record breaking g to some high profile departures they discuss all the biggest moves in Scotland and cross to Italy to hear about the excitement as Billy Gilmour and Scott McTominay move to Napoli.

Listen to the full episode here.

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Nectarios Triantis believes he can "flourish" in a holding midfield role at Easter Road after re-ing the Edinburgh club on deadline day.

The Australian completed a season-long loan deal from Sunderland, becoming Hibernian's 10th g of the window.

Despite initially being deployed as a centre-back under former boss Nick Montgomery last season, new head coach David Gray quickly pushed Triantis forward into Hibs' midfield during his spell as caretaker.

"I really enjoyed his honesty, in of where he sees me, and his vision of me as a player," the 21-year-old said. "It aligned with my thoughts and helped me make my decision quickly.

"Having that backing from the manager and him giving the freedom to play in that position is the best thing about it. I think I can flourish in that position this year."

"You could see towards the end of last season, I really excelled when I was playing as a six. I think I can do that again this season."

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Warron O'Hora says Hibs can't keep making the same mistakes but has full confidence the team will gel quickly.

The Leith club are currently second bottom of the Premiership with just one point from their first three games.

"We're big boys, we're professional footballers, we know these mistakes can’t keep happening," he said.

"As a team we need to defend better. Everybody can see we're a new team still gelling together. We’ve got two new centre-backs and a goalkeeper.

"It’s difficult in any team to have that, but especially at a club this size where the expectations are so high, so to gel and get that confidence between each other and know what each other’s strengths are will take time."

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Hibernian have signed defender Jack Iredale on a two-year deal from English League One side Bolton Wanderers.

The 28-year-old former Greenock Morton and Queen's Park centre-half has made over 250 career appearances and was an under-17 international with Australia.

David Gray says he adds "extra flexibility and competiton" in the backline.

"Jack is an experienced centre-half and knows the Scottish game well from his time at Greenock Morton and Queen’s Park," the head coach told the club's website.

"We’ve wanted to add a left-footed defender to the first team squad this window, and he adds extra flexibility and competition for places being comfortable at both centre-half and left-back.

"It’s great to be able to welcome Jack to Hibs and we look forward to working with him."

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Nectarios Triantis has returned to Hibs on a season-long loan from Sunderland.

The 21-year-old made 14 appearances for Hibs across all competitions, primarily as a defender, but he is comfortable as a defensive midfielder.

He played twice under David Gray at the end of last season, and the head coach said he is "delighted to bring back a character".

"I’m delighted to bring Nectar back to the club," he added. He’s someone I really enjoyed working with last season."

Gray also stressed he views Triantis as a defensive midfielder.

“Nectar is someone I see as a defensive midfielder who has also played a lot at centre-back, which naturally gives him a strong defensive mindset and discipline to dominate the middle of the pitch.

"I look forward to working with him once again.”

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Allan Delferriere has ed Racing Union Letzebuerg on a season-long loan from Hibernian.

The central midfielder made nine first-team appearances since his debut in May 2022.

The 22-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at MFK Vyskov in Czech Republic.

David Gray said the move "is best for his own development to be playing regular football.".

The head coach added: "This opportunity provides exactly that – and will be a good chance for Allan to play at another competitive level and keep improving."

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Hibs have submitted a fourth bid to Dundee for midfielder Luke McCowan.

The Easter Road club are now vying with Celtic for the g of the 26-year-old before the transfer window closes at 23:00 BST.

Champions Celtic have made an offer and been in talks with the Dens Park club but but no deal has yet been reached.

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Motherwell have confirmed the season-long loan g of Portuguese winger Jair Tavares from Hibs.

The 23-year-old ed the Easter Road club for an undisclosed fee two years from Benfica 'B', but has struggled for regular action, making 17 starts.

Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell said: "g Jair is an excellent piece of business.

"We’ve got a player who has experience in this league, came through at a top academy at Benfica and will now get the opportunity of regular minutes here at Motherwell.

"He’s a winger who is direct, exciting and will add a lot to our team."

Hibs head coach David Gray said: "This loan gives Jair an opportunity to gain regular game time, which will benefit him at this stage of his career."

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Celtic have made a bid for Dundee midfielder Luke McCowan.

No deal has yet been agreed but the champions are hopeful of the securing the 26-year-old's g before the deadline at 23:00 BST.

McCowan, who is in the final year of his contract, was previously linked with a move to Hibs this summer.

He has made 123 Dundee appearances and scored 28 goals - including three in eight this season - since ing from Ayr United three years ago.

We asked for your views on where Hibs still need to strengthen and what deals you would like completed before the transfer window closes.

Here's what some of you said:

Bob: Disappointed with performances and obvious weakness in defence which has been a major problem at Easter Road for many seasons but nobody seems to do anything about it. Definite transfers needed to replace the goalkeeper and two central defenders. Carry on with what we have currently and the Championship awaits.

Kenny: We keep saying as fans that the defence isn't good enough, we can all see the problems. The goalkeeper is also suspect. We need a driving midfielder too and we need to go back to a 4-4-2. Playing one up front doesn't work, it's beginning to look to us that the management team are clueless.

Sandy: Luke McCowan, we've heard it so often mentioned the bids we've put in, it'll be a real disappointment if it doesn't transpire.

Liam: With Jordan Obita our only left-back, we need competition in that position. Another centre-half is needed, especially if Rocky Bushiri moves on, most importantly we must strengthen our central-midfield with real quality, not a last minute loan deal for a 21-year-old reserve player from down south. Our current midfield is simply not good enough.

David: We still need the defence tightened up, the midfield is weak at the moment, again new blood is required there and probably another forward thinking player as back up for the front line.

Scott: I'm hoping for a miracle at the end of the window as we need serious upgrades, up front, centre-midfield, central defence, left back and goalkeeper. If some positions are not addressed we are in deep trouble.

David: We certainly need one centre-back. Rocky Bushiri is a bomb scare and the new gs haven't impressed, I still feel we need a 10. We are drowning in centre-midfielders but none standout, several need to go and the others don't offer a proper threat.

Joshua: We need to sign the left-back, Owen Beck that Dundee had, and centre-back Ciaran McKenna from Hamilton.

Ross: Luke McCowan would be great, an older centre-half and defensive midfielder would be ideal. It's going to take time to gel, there's no panic from Hibs fans, just shut out the noise from the so call experts.

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Last Saturday was almost the turning point Hibs had been looking for, with Kieron Bowie scoring to put them 2-1 up against Dundee.

A late equaliser denied Hibs a first Premiership win of the season but Bowie getting a goal so early in his Easter Road career will do him no harm at all.

The Scotland Under-21 forward, 21, is back in Scottish football after four years plying his trade down south and on Sunday he will be hoping to find the net against a Kilmarnock side who exited the Conference League at the hands of Copenhagen on Thursday.

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Ex-Hibernian forward Tam McManus believes it is more important for the Easter Road club to sign a defender than Dundee attacker Luke McCowan, 26. (Record), external

Hibs head coach David Gray finds his relationship with his mobile phone has changed since taking on the job and he is less inclined to switch it off as he pieces together his squad for the season. (Scotsman - subscription), external

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Hibs say they are "disgusted" with alleged racist abuse directed at Elie Youan on social media.

The club have launched an investigation into the Instagram message and vowed to take "the strongest possible action".

Hibs' statement added: "The club condemns this abhorrent action in the strongest possible way.

"Racism and any kind of discrimination have no place at Hibernian FC, in football, or society as a whole.

"Elie has the full of everyone at Hibernian."