At the end of last season, the Mighty ’Well travelled to Easter Road in the sunshine with one objective: secure the point needed for Europe — or, better still, win. We avoided the nervy wait and booked a return to the Conference League. The away end erupted in jubilation, joy and togetherness. Sadly, I was not there, but I could feel it through my phone.
Motherwell arrive at Easter Road fresh from a sensational 3–0 win over HB Tórshavn. The 2026/27 Scottish Premiership begins with Hibernian vs Motherwell at 4.30pm on Sunday 2 August, live on Sky Sports. The league campaign starts where the last one ended, with both sides already tested in the Conference League.
Hibernian vs Motherwell match details
- Date: Sunday 2 August 2026
- Kick-off: 4.30pm
- Venue: Easter Road, Edinburgh
- Competition: William Hill Premiership
- Coverage: Live on Sky Sports
Hibernian’s European recovery
Hibernian’s European campaign began very differently from ours. As Motherwell celebrated a 2–0 home victory, the Cabbage produced a lacklustre display and lost 2–0 away to Kosovan side Malisheva. A 21st-minute goal from Kreshnik Uka sent Hibs into half-time behind. The scorer then turned provider, teeing up Valmir Nafiu in the 90th minute to secure a famous 2–0 first-leg victory.
The tie was in turmoil, although the first leg had been tightly contested. Whether that was down to a strong Malisheva performance, a poor Hibernian one or some combination of the two, the numbers suggest a close contest. Hibs had 57% possession and led the
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