Aberdeen Manager Jimmy Thelin on Hibs Draw, Squad Rotation, and Hearts Fixture

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin addressed reporters in advance of his team’s Scottish Premiership away game against Hearts scheduled for Sunday. Key points from his press conference included: Thelin stated that the Dons need to promptly put behind them the “emotional rollercoaster” of Tuesday’s 3-3 draw with Hibs. He indicated that while a draw likely reflected the game fairly, the late lead Aberdeen secured made the subsequent injury-time equalizer particularly difficult to accept. When questioned about his approach to managing the squad during a demanding fixture period, Thelin suggested player rotation, remarking: “The players who are ready, fresh and can give 100% against Hearts are the players who will play.” Even with Hearts’ European defeat to Cercle Brugge on Thursday and their difficulties in domestic competitions, Thelin anticipates a “challenge” from Neil Critchley’s team, emphasizing their possession of “good players”. Thelin mentioned he avoids dwelling on “negative things” ahead of what will be their third away fixture in an eight-day span, underscoring the importance of focusing solely on the upcoming match. Regarding Aberdeen’s unfavorable history at Tynecastle, Thelin commented: “I like the challenge. What happened in the past happened in the past.” Pape Gueye is still the sole player unavailable due to injury.