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Robbie Hanratty

Lee Johnson insists Hibs are 'quicker and slicker' as defiant boss details thorough squad assessment

Lee Johnson reckons he's solved some of Hibernian's "problems" after using the World Cup break to assess his squad, amid a run of six defeats from their last seven competitive games.

Hibs faced Raith Rovers at Easter Road on Thursday and there was a familiar theme as they struggled in front of goal before triumphing to a 1-0 win over the Scottish Championship side. Aiden McGeady made his return from a long-term injury while Will Fish was given much needed minutes. And despite the narrow scoreline, Johnson believes his men are in a much better place ahead of their return to Premiership action against Rangers next Thursday.

“We’ve done a lot of work behind the scenes to make us quicker and slicker," Johnson admitted after the game. "There’s an organisation throughout the club based on how we want to play and how the fans want to see us. It will take time, but I am very confident about the work that’s gone in.

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