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Painful endgame for Gray as stale Hibs slump

Painful endgame for Gray as stale Hibs slump

Summary

Hibernian Football Club has fired David Gray as head coach after a poor start to the season with just six points from six league games. Gray, who had previously led the team to European competition and notable wins, departed following a series of disappointing results and performances.

Key Facts

  • David Gray was sacked six league games into his third season as Hibernian's head coach.
  • Gray played for Hibs for twelve years before becoming their manager.
  • He was the first Hibs manager since the 1970s to qualify for European football two years in a row.
  • Gray achieved wins at Ibrox (Rangers' stadium) in three straight seasons and at Celtic Park last season.
  • The team had six consecutive home league defeats, a record low since 1920.
  • Hibs are ninth in the league with six points from six games at the time of his dismissal.
  • Poor style of play and lack of energy contributed to his sacking.
  • Club leadership, including the chairman and sporting director, are likely to be involved in hiring a new manager.
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