The xG Files: Devaney Changes Everything!

Hibs didn’t just beat Dundee 2-1 - they looked like a completely different team doing it. The real story is David Gray’s tactical reset: a more fluid midfield, a deeper-lying Devaney, and an attacking shape that created wave after wave of chances.

Matty and Craig break down why this performance felt so different from the frustration of Thursday night, and why it may be the clearest sign yet that Gray is building something with real identity. If you’ve been waiting for Hibs to turn possession into purpose, this is the episode to hear.

They get into:

How Devaney transformed the team from the middle of the park

Why McGrath, Boyle, Wright and Lowe caused Dundee constant problems

What Passlack’s higher role changed on the right side

How Hibs shifted between a back three, a four, and even a diamond-like shape

Why Sallinger's long kicking and Lowe’s role up top still raise big questions

There’s also a deeper discussion on what this means for the squad as a whole. Can this fluid system still work with Mayor and Chaiwa in the mix? Does Lowe need more support? And if O’Hora moves on, where does recruitment become most urgent - centre-back or striker?

With 26 shots, 61 percent possession, and a season-high 530 passes, this was more than just a win. It was a statement about how Hibs want to play, what Gray is trying to build, and why the next few weeks could define the season.

Essential listening

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