Reilly On Derby Dismay, New Role & Queen's Park

Kirsten Reilly insists the plan is to "focus on ourselves" against Queen's Park on Sunday (15 September). 

The Hibees welcome the SWPL newcomers to Meadowbank on Sunday (1pm kick-off) following last week's derby defeat.

Hibs fell to a 4-0 defeat at Easter Road versus Hearts after an atypically sloppy first-half spell saw the visitors race into a three-goal lead.

"We were all gutted," said Reilly. "We were disappointed in ourselves and the performance we put out.

"We’ve came back in and analysed it. We just need to look forward to this weekend and get a good result."

Fully focused on the task ahead, Grant Scott's side have readied themselves for the visit of Queen's Park at the weekend.

It will be a first SWPL meeting between the two sides, but Reilly is not oblivious to the threat of the Glasgow outfit.

"They look really organised. They’ve got good shape which will be hard to break down. 

"We just need to focus on ourselves and our game plan. If we execute that well, we’ll get a good result."

Reilly re-signed for the Hibees in the summer and has already added to the 42 appearances she made in Green & White prior to her move to Bristol City.

Spells with Rangers and Crystal Palace followed, but the midfielder is now thrilled to be back closer to home comforts.

"It’s been really good, I’m really enjoying it so far. Everyone has been so welcoming.

"It’s great to be back up the road around my family and friends again."

While returning to the familiar surroundings of the park, Reilly has contrastingly made a change on it - shifting into central midfield in Grant Scott's system.

"I’m really enjoying being back in the middle of the pitch. I’ve not played there in a few years but it’s great to be back in there.

"I’m enjoying playing alongside the other girls, and I’ve played with Ciara [Grant] before so it’s nice as we work well together."

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