Aberdeen Supporters Reflect on St Mirren Defeat, Anticipate Hibs Match

We sought opinions regarding Aberdeen’s 2-1 loss against St Mirren. Here are some of the responses received: Andrew: Andrew commented that “The game was a tale of two halves.” He noted a slow start but observed that second-half substitutions once again made an immediate impact. He stated that while there would be games where luck played a role, this was not one of them, and considered Aberdeen unlucky with both goals. Andrew highlighted the team’s position in second place, “miles ahead of the chasing pack,” which he deemed “way ahead of where we expected to be,” concluding with “In Jimmy Thelin we trust.” Andy: Andy suggested that the defeat “had to end” eventually and, apart from a brief rally by the Dons in the second half, he believed “it was the correct result.” He expressed the opinion that Graeme Shinnie and Sivert Nilsen did not adequately protect their defense and “certainly did not dominate in that area like they should do.” Marty: Marty acknowledged that the defeat “was going to happen eventually” and emphasized that the focus should now be on the players’ reaction. He stated there was “no need to panic,” suggesting the team merely needed to maintain its current approach and remain focused on securing second place in the league. Marty also noted that Rangers dropping points made the situation “not feel so bad,” adding that “A win against Hibs midweek and all will be forgotten.” Kieran: Kieran remarked that “Shinnie looked very slow, getting caught with the ball too often, bad day for the defence as well.” He further suggested that “In the January window we need an experienced centre back and a central midfielder.” Jim: Jim expressed significant disappointment but conceded that the outcome “was going to happen eventually.” He stated he was “just glad it wasn’t Rangers or Celtic that ended the run to be honest.” Jim felt Aberdeen was “a little unlucky at times” but admitted the team “completely and utterly failed at defending their goals,” therefore he “cannot really complain about the result on the night.” He concluded by noting the team was “still eight points clear of third.” James: James commented that “The Dons still have a soft centre at the back.” He pointed out that “The first goal was not the first time a long punt bounced past our two central defenders,” an issue he believes “needs to be addressed in the next transfer window.” He also drew a comparison, stating that the marking for St Mirren’s second goal was “the same as when we lost against Celtic,” asserting, “We cannot keep giving free headers to the opposition.” Dave: Dave characterized the loss as “one game,” acknowledging that “St Mirren are tough at home so it was always going to be difficult.” He observed that Aberdeen’s defense “never really got to grips with the challenge in front of them,” neither full-back managed to impact forward areas as much as usual, and the passing lacked its usual sharpness. Dave concluded with the sentiment, “Dust ourselves down and back at it against Hibs.” Chris: Chris identified “similarities to this loss and the Celtic loss in the League Cup.” He noted that Celtic gives “opponents no time on the ball,” a characteristic he also observed in St Mirren’s play. In contrast, he stated Aberdeen does not “press in groups only ones and two’s,” making it “easy to pass around that type of press.” Chris suggested that Aberdeen’s chances were limited as a result and that the team needed to “learn to do better.”