Hibernian edge out Rangers

Hibernian moved to within three points of Falkirk in the race for second place in the Championship with a 3-2 victory over champions Rangers at Easter Road on Wednesday.

Alan Stubbs’ side dominated large parts of the match in what was a dress-rehearsal for next month’s Scottish Cup final.

Rangers appeared jaded after their memorable cup victory over Celtic on Sunday and fell behind early to a Jason Cummings goal after five minutes.

A Wes Foderingham own goal doubled Hibs’ advantage before Jason Holt bundled in for Gers with five minutes remaining in the first half.

Niklas Gunnarsson restored the home side’s two lead on the hour mark with a well-time strike before Barrie McKay powered in a superb strike to set up a nervy finish for Hibs. 

Victory caps a memorable week for Stubbs’ side who secured their own place in next month’s final with a penalty shootout victory over Dundee United on Saturday.

Hibs, who had declined the opportunity to award Rangers the customary guard of honour prior to kick-off, started the match the better of the two sides and took …

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