Hibernian Ghanaian defender Francis Dickoh believes that the club are in a relegation battle this season.
Colin Calderwood's side lie 10th in the Scottish Premier League, level on points with St Mirren, and have not won in the league since 13 November.
And the Easter Road side sit only five points ahead of bottom club Hamilton, who have two games in hand.
"The table never lies, so at this point we are in a relegation battle," said the Ghanaian central defender.
However, the 28-year-old said that this weekend's Scottish Cup match against Ayr United will provide welcome relief from their league campaign.
"It’s good timing that we have a cup game," said Dickoh.
"It's a game we really want to win, but on the other hand we don't want to lose too much focus on the league as we need some points."
Dickoh admitted to being in the dark about their fourth-round opponents.
"I know very little about Ayr United. I don't even know where it is on a map!"
The Danish-born player, who signed a one year deal with the Edinburgh club in the summer, is keen to extend his stay with the Easter Road club.
"Real contract talks have not taken place yet. I still need to get some games and impress the manager," he said.
"I am delighted to be here. I like the city and I like the club who have great facilities and a good coaching staff."
Source: BBC