No way Hibs will lie down to Celtic, says Newell
Hibs captain Joe Newell has rejected claims that his team will deliberately lose to Celtic, emphasizing their commitment to professionalism and their own objectives. A positive result for Hibs could indirectly aid rivals Hearts in the title race, given the tight standings. Newell stressed that the players are focused on winning and chasing a fourth-place finish, regardless of external implications.
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