Scottish Championship leaders Ayr United will get an early preview of the top level as they host Hibernian in the Scottish Cup.
Scott Brown’s men soared into the fifth round after battering Perthshire side Broxburn Athletic 8-0. Ayr United are enjoying a strong 2024-25 season, and are boosted home advantage. The Honest Men have suffered just one defeat at Somerset Park across all competitions this season. The hosts are also undefeated in their last eight outings, with Friday’s matchup a true test of their credentials.
Hibs meanwhile comfortably beat Clydebank FC 3-0 in their fourth round clash and are one of the most in-form teams in the Scottish Premiership, with their recent run of results helping them to rapidly climb the table after a shaky start to the campaign. The Hibees won just two of their opening 16 league games leaving them rock bottom. However, David Gray’s men have embarked on a stunning run, remaining unbeaten in the following 10 games with seven wins and three draws. Both sides will be confident going into this one.
Here, Record Sport provides all the information you need to watch the Scottish Cup action.
When is Ayr United vs Hibs?
Ayr United host Hibernian at Somerset Park in Ayr on Friday, February 7. Kick-off is at 7.45pm.
Is Ayr United vs Hibs on TV?
Yes, the Scottish Cup fifth round tie will be broadcast on BBC Scotland. Coverage begins at 7:30pm and ends at around 10pm.
Can I live stream Ayr United vs Hibs?
Yes you can. The match can be watched on the BBC Sport website and BBC iPlayer from 7:30pm with live text commentary also available on their website. Viewers must have an up-to-date TV licence to watch BBC content on both broadcast and online channels.
Referee
Kevin Clancy will be the man in the middle. He’ll be assisted by Daniel McFarlane and David Roome. The Scottish FA has not designated any officials for the either VAR and assistant VAR roles, according to the official website.
Team news
George Oakley has been in superb form this season netting 14 goals in 32 games for Ayr. The striker will likely start alongside Jay Henderson on Friday evening.
Joe Newell (groin), Marvin Ekpiteta (thigh) and Thody Elie Youan (foot) are all ruled out for Hibs due their ongoing injury problems. Boss Gray, may be tempted to rest top scorer Martin Boyle but he might not want to disrupt their current form which includes seven wins and three draws in their last 10 outings.
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