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Just back from ER Stadium and the main thing is Hibs have won this cup tie 2-1 and progressed to the quarter-finals. A poor 1st half, Hibs not at their best, with Youann doing the biz again and Vente "bagging" another goal in the 2nd half to finish them off. Well done that man!! The second half was far more entertaining although Hibs losing a goal was very disappointing - I want to see them registering "clean sheets" more regularly, make it a good habit of defending well. Hibs instant reply to the "lift" that the Rovers' fans got from that equalising goal was perfect - Youann too strong and liking his current positive form, Vente ready to take the scoring opp. The Dutchman picked up a nasty facial injury, secs before the FT whistle, after an annoying, needless and reckless high challenge by the Raith CB who couldn't handle the big man during the short period he came on to damage them - an instant red card and deserved!! The guy didn't need to make that kinda challenge at all! I just hope one of our prime assets is OK. Anyway, job done. We await the QF draw.

https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/article/hi...h-rovers-1

GGTTH