Hibs have moved fast, and Colin and Matty think the new era could be a genuine reset. Marink Reedijk’s arrival as first team manager sparks a lively, sharply argued breakdown of why this appointment feels more progressive than the usual recycled football hire - and why it might finally fit what this squad needs.
Matty has gone deep on the research, from Rydijk’s academic background and coaching progression to the detail that really sold him: a coach who combines tactical knowledge with the ability to improve players as people, not just run sessions. Colin brings the realism, weighing up the big questions fans will already be asking - his age, his lack of playing career, and whether a younger, less conventional manager can command a dressing room in Scottish football.
You’ll hear:
Why the quick appointment matters more than most fans realise
What Reedijk’s press conference and coaching history suggest about his style
How his approach could bring more intensity, pressing, and direct attacking football
Why “never played the game” might be a strength, not a weakness
The impact of having ex-players in his backroom staff
How his flexible system could affect fan favourites and squad selection
Why the derby and the coming run of fixtures will shape the early narrative
They also dig into the leadership side of football that often gets ignored - continuous improvement, player autonomy, and the difference between a team that simply wins and a team that keeps getting better. If Hibs can buy into the new coach’s ideas quickly, this could be the start of something far more modern than the club has had in years.
Essential listening for Hibs fans, Scottish football followers, and anyone who wants to know whether this appointment is bold genius or just bold. The first verdict is in, and it’s stronger than you might expect.
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