Megwa aiming to prove a point to Hibs in Airdrieonians play-off
Hibs right-back Kanayo Megwa hopes he’s proving he can make an Easter Road impact with his Airdrie loan spell, writes Ben Banks.
The youngster has spent most of this season at the Diamonds under emerging head coach Rhys McCabe. His impressive first half of the campaign prompted Hibs boss Nick Montgomery to have a look at him in January before returning to North Lanarkshire with some senior Easter Road minutes under his belt.
Megwa is now in the thick of the Premiership play-off battle against Partick Thistle. Airdrie drew 2-2 with the Jags on Tuesday and head to Firhill tonight for the chance to play Raith Rovers at the semi-final stage.
Speaking on his Hibs future, Megwa said: "I'm not sure on what the future holds yet. I've got one year left on my contract at Hibs, so we'll see what happens in the summer. The staff there have come to watch me play for Airdrie and hopefully they have liked what they have seen. I just want to play well here and show I can make an impact with Hibs."
The play-off battle was a good experience for Megwa, who now hopes his side have what it takes to secure a major victory in Maryhill. Airdrie’s defensive Hibs loanee added: "It was a really high-tempo game.
"It was my first time playing in the play-offs and it was very tough and intense. It was nice to be involved with both goals. I tried to stay composed and play my part.
“The gaffer here has been great. He's always been happy for me to go out and try things – don't be afraid to lose the ball. He's urged me to play with confidence and that's been great for me."