Kilmarnock dig in to claim away win at Hibernian | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Kilmarnock beat Hibernian 1-0 at Easter Road thanks to a first half set piece. In the 40th minute, George Stanger swept in from a corner to put the visitors ahead. After the restart a Joe Hugill strike was ruled out by VAR (56.), and Djenairo Daniëls later saw a second yellow in the second minute of second half stoppage time. The Hibees had 60.3% possession, 23 attempts and 15 corners, but Maksymilian Stryjek's saves kept Kilmarnock in front. Hibs drop from eighth to ninth while Kilmarnock stay 12th, with Hibs hosting Aberdeen next and Kilmarnock welcoming Hearts.

Player of the Match: Maksymilian Stryjek made seven saves and claimed five high balls to withstand 15 corners and preserve Kilmarnock's lead.

Stat of the Match: Kilmarnock made 44 clearances, a snapshot of the rearguard effort behind the win.

Three Things We Learned: A set piece proved decisive, with Stanger's first half finish separating the sides. The Hibees' control did not translate, with 60.3% possession and 23 attempts yielding no goal. Kilmarnock finished with 10 men after a late second yellow for Daniëls, yet still saw the game out.