Hibernian 3-0 Falkirk: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Hibernian 3-0 Falkirk in the Premiership on Saturday, 06 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Hibernian won 3-0 against Falkirk. The game stayed goalless until the 36th minute when Martin Boyle scored from the penalty spot to give Hibs the lead. Just five minutes later, Kieron Bowie added a second, assisted by Josh Mulligan, putting Hibernian firmly in control before the break. Coming off recent wins against Dundee and St. Mirren, Hibs looked sharp and built on that form to dominate the second half.

Falkirk, who had drawn their last two league games before this, struggled to respond after the interval despite making changes at half-time. The match was sealed in the 80th minute when Kieron Bowie scored his second, this time assisted by Josh Campbell, following a triple substitution that refreshed Hibs’ midfield. Falkirk picked up four yellow cards in the first half, which disrupted their rhythm, and they couldn’t find a way back, extending their winless run in the league.

Despite Falkirk holding 59% possession, Hibernian made better use of the ball with 10 corners compared to Falkirk’s four, showing they created more set-piece threats. Hibs also completed far more successful dribbles at 58 against Falkirk’s 33, highlighting their edge in individual skill and counter-attacking play, while recording two assists to Falkirk’s none. Discipline was an issue for Falkirk with four yellow cards, mostly early on, against Hibernian’s single booking, and Hibs converted their one penalty while Falkirk had none.

Both sides used all five substitutions, with Falkirk making two at half-time to try and shift momentum, including Alfie Agyeman replacing Brian Graham and Henry Cartwright coming on for Dylan Tait. Hibernian refreshed late on with a triple change at 77 minutes, where Josh Campbell replaced Dan Barlaser, Joe Newell came on for Miguel Chaiwa, and Élie Youan took over from Martin Boyle, followed by Kanayo Megwa for Chris Cadden at 85 minutes and Dylan Levitt for Kieron Bowie at 88 minutes. Falkirk’s later subs included Kyrell Wilson for E. Williams at 76 minutes, and at 77 minutes Scott Arfield replaced Ethan Ross while Sam Hart came on for Connor Allan, but these couldn’t turn the tide.

The breakthrough came in the 36th minute when Martin Boyle converted a penalty to open the scoring for Hibernian. Kieron Bowie then doubled the lead at 41 minutes with a goal assisted by Josh Mulligan, capping a strong first half for Hibs. Falkirk’s discipline faltered early with yellow cards to Dylan Tait at 16 minutes, Leon McCann at 24 minutes, Calvin Miller at 30 minutes, and Filip Lissah at 34 minutes, which hampered their efforts.

In the second half, Falkirk made half-time substitutions with Alfie Agyeman replacing Brian Graham and Henry Cartwright coming on for Dylan Tait, while a VAR check occurred for Ethan Ross at 66 minutes. Hibernian pulled further ahead at 80 minutes with Kieron Bowie’s second goal, assisted by Josh Campbell, shortly after their triple substitution at 77 minutes that saw Josh Campbell replace Dan Barlaser, Joe Newell come on for Miguel Chaiwa, and Élie Youan take over from Martin Boyle. Late changes included Kanayo Megwa replacing Chris Cadden at 85 minutes for Hibs, alongside Kieron Bowie’s yellow card at that time, and Dylan Levitt coming on for Bowie at 88 minutes, while Falkirk brought on Kyrell Wilson for E. Williams at 76 minutes, Scott Arfield for Ethan Ross at 77 minutes, and Sam Hart for Connor Allan at 77 minutes.

Hibernian lined up in a 3-1-4-2 shape, with Kieron Bowie and Martin Boyle forming a potent attacking partnership that delivered all three goals. Josh Mulligan provided key support in midfield with his assist for Bowie’s first, while late introductions like Josh Campbell and Joe Newell helped maintain control. Chris Cadden contributed from the wing before making way for Kanayo Megwa, and Élie Youan added fresh legs up front after replacing Boyle.

Falkirk set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on players like Dylan Tait and Ethan Ross in midfield, though Tait’s early yellow card and substitution disrupted their flow. Brian Graham led the line initially before being replaced by Alfie Agyeman at half-time, with Calvin Miller and Leon McCann picking up bookings in defence. Later changes saw Scott Arfield come on for Ross and Sam Hart replace Connor Allan, aiming to bolster the backline and attack.

Kieron Bowie is Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match after netting two goals without any assists, creating no big chances but delivering one key pass. His clinical finishing in the 41st and 80th minutes proved decisive, turning Hibernian’s opportunities into a comfortable win. Bowie’s performance stood out in attack, even earning a late yellow card before being replaced by Dylan Levitt.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Win: 3-0 vs Falkirk (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Celtic (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Motherwell (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Dundee (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs St. Mirren (A)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Hibernian (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Motherwell (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Rangers (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Dundee United (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Livingston (H)

Hibernian have just beaten Falkirk 3-0, building on recent wins against Dundee and St. Mirren to sit fourth on 24 points. Their next match is against Rangers on 2025-12-15 at 19:45, with Rangers currently fifth on 23 points. This could be a chance for Hibs to push for a higher spot and chase European places, especially after losses to Celtic and Motherwell earlier in their form.

Falkirk have just lost 3-0 to Hibernian, adding to a run of draws against Motherwell, Rangers, and Livingston without a win in their last three league games. They sit seventh on 21 points, and their next fixture is against Hearts on 2025-12-13 at 20:00, with Hearts top on 32 points. Falkirk will need to bounce back from this defeat and their recent stalemates to avoid slipping further and aim for mid-table security.

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