Gent welcome Hibernian to the Ghelamco Arena on August 20, 2026, for a UEFA Europa Conference League clash that sees the hosts as firm favourites. Gent arrive in pristine condition, boasting a perfect start to their season with one win from one, scoring two goals without conceding. Their defensive solidity and early momentum will be a significant factor.
Hibernian, however, present a more complex picture. Their recent form is mixed, with one win, one draw, and two losses in their last four outings. While they have shown an ability to find the net, scoring eight goals, their defence has also been leaky, conceding the same number. This suggests an open approach that could either trouble Gent or leave them vulnerable. The key battle will likely be Gent's organised attack against Hibernian's more erratic defence. Watch for Gent to try and exploit any defensive gaps, while Hibs will hope their attacking flair can upset the odds.
33. D. Roef, 5. M. Ngom, 16. C. Burgess, 44. S. Van Der Heyden, 20. T. Araujo, 10. A. Omgba, 22. L. Lopes, 57. M. Volckaert, 37. A. Kadri, 11. M. Sonko, 75. I. Cisse
1. R. Sallinger, 5. W. O'Hora, 6. J. Kerr, 15. J. Iredale, 27. K. Megwa, 8. J. Mulligan, 11. J. Newell, 3. A. Mayor, 17. J. McGrath, 7. O. Elding, 9. N. Lowe
Match events
15' Goal Missed Penalty — O. Elding (Hibernian) (assists: O. Elding)
60' Card Yellow Card — J. Campbell (Hibernian)
64' subst Substitution 1 — L. Benes (Gent) (assists: K. Wilson)
64' subst Substitution 1 — J. Campbell (Hibernian) (assists: J. McGrath)
64' subst Substitution 2 — O. Elding (Hibernian) (assists: M. Boyle)
80' Card Yellow Card — J. Obita (Hibernian)
80' subst Substitution 2 — M. Sonko (Gent) (assists: E. H. Seck)
80' subst Substitution 3 — C. Burgess (Gent) (assists: M. Paskotsi)
80' subst Substitution 4 — J. Vergara (Gent) (assists: I. Cisse)
81' Card Yellow Card — J. McGrath (Hibernian)
82' subst Substitution 3 — M. Chaiwa (Hibernian) (assists: J. Newell)
83' Card Yellow Card — T. Araujo (Gent)
89' Card Yellow Card — A. Mayor (Hibernian)
89' subst Substitution 5 — M. Delorge (Gent) (assists: L. Lopes)
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