Hibernian squandered a two-goal lead to draw with Kilmarnock in Nick Montgomery's debut as head coach - so what did he learn?
Nick Montgomery still managed to describe his first game as Hibernian head coach as "thoroughly enjoyable" - despite having to endure his new charges squandering a two-goal lead.
Montgomery admitted the equaliser will "annoy" him for a wee while yet as Hibs' recent defensive frailties were evident once more. The Australia winger is, though, just one of the gems the Hibs boss will no doubt be relying on in the coming weeks. He, along with Youan and midfielder Joe Newell - who Montgomery made captain for the game after dropping centre-back Paul Hanlon - would be an asset to any manager.
Including, importantly, the new boss, who reiterated post-match what he has said since his arrival: he has "a great squad who are really strong".Where Hibs have not been strong for a while, however, is in defence. The reason Lee Johnson lost his job and was replaced with Montgomery is not because his side failed to find their way to goal.
The early work done in Montgomery's first five days up one end of the park was evident. However, the long-lingering issues at the other are not going to be solved quickly.
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