Hibernian vs Dumbarton preview - Banned Craig out for Hibs

Posted Saturday, February 21, 2015 by PA

Hibernian midfielder Liam Craig is suspended for the Scottish Championship clash with Dumbarton.

Sam Stanton is out after contracting mumps but Lewis Stevenson has shaken off a knock he picked up in the victory over Rangers.

Hibs won a thrilling contest 6-3 the last time the sides met, and Stubbs has backed the home fans to give his players an extra lift this time around.

"We're at home on Saturday and we know the fans will get behind us and back us all the way and that can be a real boost for the players. We know we've got to get on the ball and make things happen."

Dumbarton include new loan signing Chris Duggan in their squad following his arrival from Partick Thistle.

Manager Ian Murray is also hoping to have Chris Turner and Jordan Kirkpatrick available after injury, but David van Zanten (knee) continues to miss out.

Murray said: "Recent results have not been great, however performances have been better than results. We actually played better when we lost to Cowdenbeath last week then we did when we drew at Falkirk.

"We have been to Easter Road twice this season and done well. They are in terrific form but there is no reason why we cannot do well for a third time."