Collins points out poor surface

Collins had little to smile about after the draw at Tannadice

Hibs manager John Collins was critical of the playing surface at Tannadice after the 0-0 draw with Dundee United.

"The state of the pitch made us go against our principles," he said. "We missed out the midfield and went back to front.

"There's no point trying to play through the midfield when the ball is bobbling up over feet.

"It wasn't the most attractive game to watch. Overhead conditions were first class but underfoot - one out of 10."

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Hibs hit the woodwork early in the game but thereafter failed to worry the home side.

However, Collins was not too harsh on his fifth-placed side.

He added: "We kept our shape and kept working hard, fighting for each other and kept a clean sheet away from home. That's the positive we can take out the game."