David Gray Eyes Edinburgh Derby Victory to Ignite Hibernian's Season

Hibernian manager David Gray is targeting a derby day victory over Hearts to kick-start their season.

The Easter Road side have endured a difficult start to the campaign, winning just two of their opening six matches.

But Gray is confident that a win over their city rivals would provide the perfect platform to build on.

Gray said: "A derby win would be massive for us. It would give us a huge lift and kick-start our season."

Hibernian have not beaten Hearts in the league since 2019, but Gray is convinced that his team can end that run on Saturday.

He said: "We know it's going to be a difficult game, but we're confident that we can get a result."

Hearts are also in need of a victory after losing their last two matches.

But Gray is wary of the threat that they pose.

He said: "Hearts are a good team and they'll be looking to bounce back from their recent defeats. We'll need to be at our best to get a result."

The Edinburgh derby is always a fiercely contested affair, and Gray is expecting a passionate atmosphere on Saturday.

He said: "It's going to be an electric atmosphere. The fans will be right behind us, and we'll be looking to give them something to cheer about."

Victory for Hibernian would be a major boost for Gray's side, and it would also give them a much-needed confidence boost ahead of a tough run of fixtures.

But the manager is refusing to look beyond Saturday's match.

He said: "We're just focused on the Hearts game. We know it's going to be a difficult match, but we're confident that we can get a result."