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Steven Mair

Hibs to screen Rangers clash at Easter Road as capital club get around Ibrox away fan lockout

Hibs will show next weekend's clash with Rangers at Easter Road – after fans of the capital side were shut out from Ibrox.

Visiting teams to Glasgow have largely had to do so without away supports with both Gers and Celtic insisting the continuation of 'red zones' mean season ticket holders must be moved to sections where away fans are ordinarily housed.

And Jack Ross' side are no different for the Premiership clash on October 3, a dress rehearsal for the Premier Sports Cup semi-final the following month.

However, recently constructed video screens at the club's Leith home ground mean the clash will be shown live at the other end of the M8 instead.

Hibees season ticket holders can pay £5 to get access to the stadium while food and drink kiosks will be open too – and the first 300 fans to buy tickets will even be granted access to hospitality, complete with pre and post-match bar.

New Hibs CEO Ben Kensell said: “Firstly we were disappointed when we found out that our supporters won’t be able to travel to Ibrox early next month, but since that point we’ve been working tirelessly to find the best possible alternative for our supporters to watch the game.

“After looking at different options, we’re delighted that we can show the match live on our big screens at Easter Road.

“We want to bring all supporters together and to create a special match day experience for you all.

“The kiosks will be open, and if we can get fans in their numbers attending, I am certain we can create a good atmosphere to support Jack’s side together.”

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