If ever a sacking had both a sense of inevitability but also an element of shock then it was Shaun Maloney 's Hibs dismissal on Tuesday.
The 39-year-old had grand plans for his Easter Road revamp but there was a growing sense he was unable to translate his coaching methods from page to pitch.
The former Celtic star earned a burgeoning reputation due to his work with Roberto Martinez at Belgium but six wins in 19 games proved costly.
