More disappointment in Dingwall for Hibs

Nick Montgomery’s men fell to a 2-1 loss away to Ross County, heaping further pressure onto the Hibs’ boss.

Myziane Maolida initially put the Leith side 1-0 up, but a first-half equaliser from former Hibee Simon Murray and a late Jordan White winner sealed the three points for County, which were enough for them to climb out of the relegation play-off place.

Hibs dominated the early proceedings and were rewarded after 15 minutes, Rocky Bushiri’s effort cannoned off the post and Maolida could not miss as he tapped home.

Only moments later County had equalised, Bushiri, involved again, attempted to clear a cross from the right, but his poor header only fell to Murray whose first-time finish flew into the bottom corner.

Both sides had chances to take the lead throughout the contest, with Eamonn Brophy and Maolida coming closest.

Then, with 88 minutes on the clock, it was déjà vu in Dingwall for Hibs as they conceded late on again.

It was another gift from the away side, Theo Wollacott gave the ball away with a poor pass and was punished as substitute Jordan White fired home to clinch a huge three points for the Staggies in their relegation battle.

Another disappointing away result for Nick Montgomery who faced some angry Hibs fans in the away end as he went over to applaud the travelling support.

After the Hibs board issued a statement demanding an improvement in the final five games post-split, the Head Coach will hope his side can put on an improved performance next Sunday at home to Aberdeen.