Hibs’ defender Darren McGregor insists that tomorrow’s game against Dumbarton is the biggest game of the season so far.
Victory would extend Hibs’ lead against at least one of their closest rivals as Falkirk take on Morton at the Falkirk Stadium
McGregor insists that Hibs’ fortunes remain in their own hands and it is important that they go into each game with the correct mindset as they did against Dundee United last Friday.
McGregor told Hibernian TV: “The Dumbarton game is now the biggest game of the season as we don’t want to undo any of the hard work that we have done.
“We are aware that Dumbarton want to avoid relegation and potentially get into the play offs so we know they will be coming with that mindset and it’s up to us to counter that and get the three points.
“We are well aware of the next three games and who they are against and the potential, if we win these games to be in a healthy position but it starts with Dumbarton on Saturday.
“Last weeks result against Dundee United was massive. We all know what would have happened if we had lost or even drawn the game as it would have given the teams around us a massive incentive.
“To revenge the defeat from the last time was satisfying.
“We are well aware that Falkirk and Morton are on good runs at the minute but it’s in our hands. It’s been a long hard season but we are now six points clear of Falkirk with a game in hand so it’s up to ourselves to keep the consistency going.
“We have to go into every game with that mindset and tomorrow’s game is really important because it could undo Friday’s good work if we go into it with the wrong mindset.”
McGregor also paid tribute to defensive partner Efe Ambrose who joined the club on loan from Celtic following injuries to Paul Hanlon, Liam Fontaine and Jordon Forster.
“You could see Efe’s (Ambrose) class against Dundee United and his composure having played at a high level including Champions League and it’s always good to play alongside someone whom you could give the ball and he could do a ‘mazy’ run and cut through midfield.
“He is definitely an asset to the team and we will keep him as long as we can.
“We are lucky that we have a really good and strong group of guys that just want to go and win for the team and for themselves as well.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
