Hibs win to edge closer to SPL safety

Pat Fenlon’s Hibernian took a massive step towards avoiding relegation from the SPL with a nervy victory 2-1 over Aberdeen at Pittodrie last night.

The visitors broke the deadlock when a Leigh Griffiths cross was turned into his own net by Mark Reynolds after seven minutes and Sean O’Hanlon doubled when he headed home 10 minutes later.

Scott Vernon pulled a goal back after 53 minutes with a neat finish from close range, but despite a late rally from the hosts, it was Hibs who held on for three vital points.