Hibernian vs Gent: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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27 Aug,21:00
2 - 3
Full Time
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Hibernian
Gent

Hibernian vs Gent Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 1
32
C. Burgess
was cautioned
39
J. Vergara
scored for Gent
44
T. De Vlieger
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 3
47
VAR - Goal Disallowed
goal was overturned by VAR
56
J. Kerr
scored for Hibernian
60
M. Chaiwa
was cautioned
77
F. Passlack
scored for Hibernian
84
C. Burgess
scored for Gent
90+1
(Own Goal) M. Chaiwa
conceded an own goal for Hibernian
90+3
M. Chaiwa
sent off for a second booking

The fight to avoid relegation continues in the Europe Conference League, Qualifying playoffs when Hibernian welcome Gent to Easter Road on 27 August 2026. Kickoff is at , with both clubs aware of the importance of this match encounter as the season approaches its decisive phase.

Hibernian favour an offensive setup focused on creating chances.

Gent tend to play with an attacking mindset.

Recent Form

Hibernian

L D D W W

Gent

W D D W D

Hibernian have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.

Also, Gent show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Hibernian (Home)

L W W

Gent (Away)

W W D
Hibernian's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

There is little difference in Gent's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Hibernian

- + + - -

Gent

- + - + +

Hibernian have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.

However, Gent continue to show resilience at the back. They look fairly disciplined in defence.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Hibernian (Home)

- - -

Gent (Away)

- + +
A rare pattern, with Hibernian defending far better away from home.

There is little difference in Gent's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Hibernian

+ - - + +

Gent

+ - - - -

Hibernian's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

In contrast, Gent are often involved in tight, cagey games. Breaking down games has been a challenge.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Hibernian (Home)

+ + +

Gent (Away)

+ - -
A big contrast, with Hibernian's home games producing significantly more goals.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Gent.

Scoring Consistency

Hibernian

+ - - + +

Gent

+ - + + -

Hibernian continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.

Likewise, Gent have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Hibernian (Home)

+ + +

Gent (Away)

+ + -
A strong home bias in Hibernian's attacking output.

There is little difference in Gent's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Jose Luis Munuera
Venue: Easter Road

Hibernian vs Gent Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.01
xG
1.36
44
Ball Posession (%)
56
2
Big Chances
2
2
Cautions
2
1
Expulsions
0
14
Shots
14
7
Shots on Goal
7
3
Shots Blocked
4
9
Shots inside Box
9
4
Shots outside Box
4
0
Hit Woodwork
1
8
Fouls
9
6
Corner Kicks
6
3
Saves
3
9
Free Kicks
8
1
Offsides
2
399
Passes Total
521
346
Passes Completed
481
118
Passes in the final 3rd Total
77
83
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
58
28
Touches in the Opposition Box
19
11
Tackles Total
14
8
Tackles Completed
10
25
Clearances
36
31
Crosses Total
26
12
Crosses Completed
9
3
Interceptions
7

Hibernian vs Gent Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
R. Sallinger
33
D. Roef
21
J. Obita
44
S. Van Der Heyden
6
J. Kerr
16
C. Burgess
5
W. O'Hora
5
M. Ngom
25
F. Passlack
20
T. Araujo
3
A. Mayor
17
M. Delorge-Knieper
14
M. Chaiwa
27
T. De Vlieger
8
J. Mulligan
57
M. Volckaert
17
J. McGrath
11
M. Lamin Sonko
9
N. Lowe
37
A. Kadri
10
M. Boyle
47
J. Vergara

Hibernian vs Gent H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results