Penalty shoot-out hero Chris Maxwell believes Hibernian’s Betfred Cup win over Kilmarnock gives them something to build on as they look to breathe new life into their Ladbrokes Premiership campaign.
Tag: Scottish League Cup
Paul Heckingbottom glad to see Hibernian back on winning trail
Hibernian boss Paul Heckingbottom was delighted to see his side return to winning ways after they beat Kilmarnock on penalties to set up a Betfred Cup semi-final clash with Celtic.
Kamara goal enough to move Rangers into Betfred Cup semi-finals
An early deflected goal from Glen Kamara proved enough to send Rangers past Livingston and into the Betfred Cup semi-finals.
Hoops show their strength in depth with crushing home defeat of Partick
Celtic showed their strength in depth as they dismissed Partick Thistle 5-0 in their Betfred Cup quarter-final clash at Parkhead.
Hearts boss Levein not celebrating end of winless run
Hearts manager Craig Levein insisted he did not celebrate their derby win because he knows there is far more work to be done to turn round their form.
Archibald excited to make Partick return despite number two role
Alan Archibald is relishing the prospect of getting back on the training ground despite admitting it will be strange to assume a less senior role at Partick Thistle.
Aberdeen boss McInnes expects upbeat Hearts
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes expects Hearts to have a spring in their step when the teams meet in the Betfred Cup quarter-finals at Tynecastle.
Celtic boss Lennon downplays pressure ahead of Betfred Cup quarter-final
Celtic manager Neil Lennon does not feel there is any pressure on his players to hold on to their dominance of Scotland’s cup competitions.
Ending wait for a trophy can be catalyst for more silverware – McAllister
Rangers assistant Gary McAllister used an example from his own playing career to illustrate his view that winning is a habit as he highlighted the importance of ending the Ibrox club’s long wait for silverware.
King keen to secure some early silverware at Rangers
Rangers midfielder Andy King knows all about the high of winning trophies so he appreciates how important the Betfred Cup could be in their season.
Aberdeen need extra-time to battle past Dundee in Betfred Cup
Sam Cosgrove clinched Aberdeen’s place in the quarter-final of the Betfred Cup thanks to his extra-time winner against Dundee at Dens Park.
Gary Holt relieved to see Livingston move into Betfred Cup quarter-finals
Gary Holt was less than pleased with the manner of Livingston’s 2-1 victory but admitted he was delighted to avoid the “ridicule” of a Betfred Cup upset against Forfar.
Stockdale: Kamberi has fantastic attributes but needs to improve consistency
Florian Kamberi must showcase his quality on a more consistent basis in order to make the most of his “fantastic” attributes, according to Hibernian assistant head coach Robbie Stockdale.
Lennon: Cup trials will stand new signings in good stead
Celtic manager Neil Lennon believes their late, late win over Dunfermline was all part of the learning process for his summer recruits.
Angelo Alessio expects Dom Thomas to make impact with Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock manager Angelo Alessio believes Betfred Cup matchwinner Dom Thomas can make an impact at Rugby Park this season.
Blair Spittal shrugs off abuse from fans as Ross County advance in Betfred Cup
Ross County midfielder Blair Spittal has shrugged off the abuse he received from home fans on his return to Partick Thistle, saying: “I gave it out so I’m big enough to take it as well.
Morton chief executive says fourth official used ‘foul and abusive language’
Morton chief executive David MacKinnon has accused fourth official Kevin Graham of using foul and abusive language and “manhandling” boss David Hopkin during their 5-3 Betfred Cup defeat against Hibernian.
Lennon praises team’s character as Celtic grind out win over Dunfermline
Celtic manager Neil Lennon told his players he was “really proud” of them after their extra-time victory over Dunfermline.
Alessio hopes cup win can herald new dawn at Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock manager Angelo Alessio hopes their extra-time Betfred Cup win over Hamilton can signal a new start at Rugby Park.
Caldwell hails Partick Thistle performance as best of reign
Partick Thistle manager Gary Caldwell hailed his side’s performance against Ross County as the best of his tenure as the Jags reached the quarter-finals of the Betfred Cup.