Hibernian stormed to a 3-0 victory over Kilmarnock at Easter Road, significantly boosting their push for European qualification by closing the gap on Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership race.

Owen Elding opened the scoring within 12 minutes, slotting home a low finish after a brilliant pass from Ante Suto. Felix Passlack doubled the lead seconds later with a tap-in following a cross from Jordan Obita, and Suto completed the rout in stoppage time with a header from a Boyle cross.

The win moves Hibs within three points of Motherwell, who briefly held an eight-point lead over Hibs just over a month ago. Killie, now three points behind St Mirren and Aberdeen in the relegation play-off spot, remain in a precarious position.

Hibs have now won six consecutive matches, while Killie struggled despite a bright start and a late consolation goal from Ante Suto. The victory underscores Hibs' momentum and Killie's ongoing difficulties, with the Edinburgh side now firmly in the mix for a top-four finish.