Dundee Football Club's Premier Sports Cup bid suffered a setback as Aberdeen took revenge with a 3-0 win at Pittodrie. The Dark Blues were left reeling from a convincing defeat that silenced their critics. The win also breathed fire into Aberdeen's cup bid, with Stephen Robinson's side now full of confidence ahead of tomorrow's draw for the last eight.
What happened?
Aberdeen's Kevin Nisbet scored a double, while debutant Mitchy Ntelo also found the net. The Dons' attacking intent was led by Toyosi Olusanya, who caused havoc for the Dundee defense. Olusanya had a shot from a tight angle blocked by Owen Goodman, and then won possession from Owen Bevan, finding Nisbet, who played it over the top for Olusanya to run clear.
Why it matters for Dundee Football Club
The defeat has left Dundee's captain, Simon Murray, fearing a long-term injury. Murray had a great chance to put his team ahead, but delayed, allowing Dan Happe to get back and rescue the situation. The injury has also left Dundee without Ash Hay and will now need to double their efforts to sign a striker or two.
What comes next?
Dundee will need to regroup and focus on their next match, while Aberdeen will look to build on their momentum. The win has also silenced the critics who turned on Robinson after just one defeat, despite six wins in their other games. Robinson won this tournament with St Mirren last year and will want to keep a hold of it as Aberdeen manager.
Dundee captain Simon Murray had a great chance to put his team ahead, but delayed, allowing Dan Happe to get back and rescue the situation. The injury has also left Dundee without Ash Hay and will now need to double their efforts to sign a striker or two. Dundee are already without Ash Hay and will now need to double their efforts to sign a striker or two. Dundee's Joe Bevan went down with a head knock, but thankfully was able to resume after treatment.
