 Scottish Premier League club Hibernian entered the competition in the fourth round . They began their campaign against Second Division leaders Cowdenbeath at Central Park , which was suggested as a possible cup upset due to Hibs ' poor league form . Cowdenbeath took the lead after just 15 seconds , but Hibs recovered to win 3 – 2 . Hibs then took on fellow SPL club Kilmarnock at their home ground , Easter Road , having made several signings in January 2012 . An early goal by Irish striker Eoin Doyle was enough to give Hibs a 1 – 0 win . 
