Aberdeen Manager Thelin Discusses Awards, Celtic Loss Lessons, and Squad Updates

Jimmy Thelin, the manager of Aberdeen, addressed the media in advance of his team’s Premiership fixture on Saturday against Dundee. The following points summarize his press conference. Regarding his recognition as manager of the month, Thelin stated that the accolade is for “everyone to share” and expressed his genuine pleasure for Nicky Devlin, who received the player of the month award. Thelin urged his squad to “take the learnings” from their recent 6-0 defeat to Celtic in the League Cup semi-final, while also stressing the necessity of progressing past it. He indicated that he does not anticipate the outcome at Hampden to influence Saturday’s upcoming match. He underscored the significance of the long-term strategy, adding: “It is more about we stay true to our identity”. The Swedish manager asserted that his team must perform at “100%” when facing Dundee, characterizing their opponents as “strong in what they are doing”. Kevin Nisbet is set to join the matchday squad following his recent absence, and Thelin expressed optimism that Dante Polvara, a long-term absentee, will be fit for selection after the international break.