'Keeping Newell for the Champions League push I see' - Hibs fans react to team for Betfred Cup semi-final

There was a surprise first start for January signing Chris Cadden while Scott Allan made his return to the bench as expected.

Steven Bell wrote: “Looks about as strong a line up as we could have today. Brilliant seeing Scott Allan back involved on a matchday as well. If that doesn't boost the rest of the squad I don't know what will."

Lee said on Twitter: “Very decent line up this, strong options from the bench as well. So good to see Scott Allan back.”

Leon Rousseau added: “Huge call starting Irvine and Cadden. In Ross We Trust!”

Fraser Wood kept it simple: “Get the business done boys.”

Andy McKenzie swooned: “3-4-3 and a return for Scotty Allan. Not sure my heart can take this."

Cole Bertie was happy enough: “Some team, amazing to see Scott Allan back in the squad after some time out."

Stephen Gilmour added: “Keeping Newell fresh for our Champions League push I see.”

Charlie Banks felt the team was looking stronger: “Gutted Newell is missing out. Big loss. But, having said that we've got some squad now. Need to get rid of the deadwood and we're onto a cracker.”

Derek Harper wrote: “Why’s Macey dropped? Good to see Allan back in the squad.”

Isla Smith added: “I would have kept Macey in."

Alistair Purves said: “Not stripped Mallan? Should’ve been in over Wright.”

Kevin Boggie reasoned: “Not the biggest fan of Mallan but to be fair if it wasn’t for his goals in the earlier rounds…?”

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