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Published : Thursday, July 29, 2010 news image 1

Maribor too strong for Hibs

Hibernian face an uphill battle in the second leg of their Europa League qualifying third round tie against Maribor after suffering a 3-0 defeat in Slovenia on Thursday evening.

Josip Ilicic broke the deadlock in 32 minutes and struck again early in the second half before Marcos Tavares added a third goal on the hour and put Maribor in a commanding position.

Hibernian manager John Hughes said: "They are a good team, very sharp and quick. We played a competitive game but they outpaced us. We have to pass with purpose, not just for the sake of it.

"The second and third goals came about through bad ball retention. After the third goal they were dangerous on the counter-attack. It will be very difficult in the second leg, but you never know."

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