Ross: we need to adjust our plans for injury or suspension

head coach

Jack Ross

believes they could win the game against

on Boxing Day even without their key pair

Christian Doidge

and

Ofir Marciano

.

Doidge received a yellow card in the game against

as he clashed with Jon Obika and three minutes later he was dismissed due to another clash with Ethan Erhahon. Therefore, he cannot play in the game against the Rangers.

Marciano’s likelihood of playing against the Rangers is up in the air ah he is still suffering from a hamstring strain.

Nevertheless, Hibernian were able to secure their three points as they won 1-0 against St Mirren.

“Ofir had a bit of tightness in his hamstring at half-time so we knew we would have to potentially make that change,” Ross said.

“We’ll see how he recovers over the next day or so but we’ll not take any chances on Boxing Day, should it be the same.

“I’ve been really pleased with Dillon since he came to the club. He’s trained well and is popular within the group. I have absolutely no fears about him playing on Boxing Day if required.”

Ross was also worried about not having Doidge for the game at Ibrox.

“I would much rather have him but we’ve got to find a way to win at Ibrox. At this stage of the season you accept that you need to adjust your plans for injury or suspension,” he added.

It was also St Mirren’s first loss after eleven games.

“The overriding feeling is frustration and disappointment because I didn’t think there was a great deal between the teams,” St Mirren manager

Jim Goodwin

said.

“I thought the game lacked a bit of quality, especially in the final third.

“The only bit of quality was young Nisbet’s finish – but that’s why they paid good money for him, that’s what he brings you.”

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