DANNY ROHL might have endured a nightmare first game in charge of Rangers against Brann.
But the new Rangers boss made up for the mishap in Bergen with a comfortable 3-1 win over Kilmarnock in his first Premiership showdown on Sunday.
That win at Ibrox finally propelled the Light Blues back into the top six after a disastrous start top the campaign under Russell Martin.
Rangers fans were chanting their manager’s name at full-time after he led the team to their first win in five matches at the weekend.
But will they still be cheering come full-time at Easter Road or will it be the home crowd celebrating a huge win to keep them in third place.
Hibs fans have been watching on as their rivals across the city have enjoyed an incredible start to the season, with Sunday’s win over Celtic putting them EIGHT points clear at the top of the table.
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But Hearts aren’t the only Capital side enjoying success this season, though.
Then Edinburgh clubs have actually outperformed their Glasgow counterparts in the league this season so far.
Hibs are currently sitting third in the table and one point clear of Dundee United.
They sit two points clear of Rangers and Falkirk, and David Gray will be hoping to keep that distance at the very least when they face the Light Blues in Leith this week.
It’s set to be a blockbuster showdown at Easter Road and SunSport has all the details you need to know ahead of the clash.
What time does Hibs vs Rangers kick off?
- Hibs face Rangers on Wednesday, October 29.
- The match kicks off at 7.45pm UK time.
- It will be held at Easter Road.
What channel is Hibs vs Rangers on and can I live stream it?
- Hibs vs Rangers will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
- Coverage begins at 7pm – 45 minutes before kick off.
- Sky customers can stream the game live via Sky Go.
- BBC Sportsound will have live radio commentary for the match.
- Alternatively, you can follow all the action right here with our LIVE blog.
Team news
Hibs will be without skipper Joe Newell and Alasana Manneh for the midweek clash at Easter Road.
Rangers, meanwhile, will remain without long-term absentees Rabbi Matondo and Dujon Sterling.
Latest odds
Hibs 9/5
Draw 5/2
Rangers 13/10
*Latest odds correct from Sky Bet as of Monday, October 27.
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