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Hibs team news as Kevin Nisbet starts against Rijeka in Europa Conference League showdown

Striker Kevin Nisbet has been restored to the Hibs starting line-up for their showdown with Rijeka - but Paul Hanlon is out.

Jack Ross' side are in Croatia for the second leg of their Europa Conference League third round qualifier.

The two teams played out a 1-1 draw at Easter Road to leave the tie hanging tantalisingly in the balance.

Hibs created enough chances to put Rijeka away but must now navigate a tricky away assignment.

And they've been boosted by Nisbet's return from a dead leg sustained during that first leg draw.

The Scotland international missed the weekend win over Ross County but will lead the line for Ross' team on Thursday night.

However, there's a change at the back with Hanlon replaced by Darren McGregor as he partners Ryan Porteous in central defence.

Christian Doidge misses out entirely, too.

Josh Doig also keeps his place in the team as does midfielder Jake Doyle-Hayes.

Hibs starting XI: Macey, McGinn, Porteous, McGregor, Doig, Doyle-Hayes, Newell, Magennis, Boyle, Nisbet, Murphy.

Subs: Dabrowski, Samson, Stevenson, Wright, Gogic, Gullan, MacKay, Campbell, Brydon.

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