Hibs coach to miss testimonial match after being seriously injured in crash

Former Easter Road defender Darren McGregor was due to turn out for his own testimonial against Bolton Wanderers next month.

Hibs coach Darren McGregor to miss testimonial match after being seriously injured in crash — Darren McGregor, who coaches the U18s at the club, won't feature in the match but will still be able to attend the game. SNS Group

Matthew Fulton

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Hibs coach Darren McGregor is to miss his own testimonial match after being involved in a crash.

The former Easter Road defender was due to turn out for his testimonial against Bolton Wanderers next month, but was involved in a collision on Friday evening.

The club confirmed the 39-year-old is recovering after undergoing surgery at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.

The Scot made 188 appearances for Hibs, and retired in the summer of 2023 after eight seasons at the club.

McGregor, who coaches the club’s U18s, won’t play in the match but will still be able to attend.

A spokesperson for Hibs: “It’s with sadness that we can confirm that Darren McGregor won’t be able to play in his testimonial match against Bolton Wanderers next month.

“McGregor was involved in a vehicle collision on Friday evening (June 20, 2025) and is now recovering after undergoing surgery at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.

“Everyone associated with the Football Club and Darren McGregor’s testimonial wishes him a speedy recovery.

“Whilst ‘Daz’ can’t feature in the match, he will still be able to attend with the game commemorating his fantastic career.

“McGregor will meet supporters inside Easter Road Stadium, and in the hospitality suites, alongside walking out onto the pitch for an interview to thanks Hibs fans for their support.”