Hibs learn fate from disciplinary tribunal following stormy clash with Rangers

Hibs coach John Potter, left, was involved in a touchline fracas with the Rangers staff. Picture: SNS

Hibs have also been given a suspended fine of £1500.

The Easter Road club were issued with a notice of complaint for their behaviour during the 3-0 defeat by Rangers at Easter Road on 20 December, with Potter also charged.

A touchline fracas developed when the Rangers’ coaching staff were incensed by the foul committed by Hibs defender Ryan Porteous on full-back Borna Barisic which earned a straight red card.

Hibs coach John Potter at Hampden for his hearing. Picture: SNS

Potter and Rangers technical coach Tom Culshaw were both sent off after the match officials calmed the situation.

At a hearing at Hampden on Thursday, the Scottish FA's disciplinary tribunal judged that a censure would suffice for Potter and Hibs.

The fine will only be triggered if Hibs transgress again before the end of the season.

Culshaw was banned for two matches at the tribunal, one of which is suspended