Afc Donscast

Aberdeen returned to Pittodrie this afternoon for our first home match of the season, taking on Celtic in front of a packed Red Army. Under Jimmy Thelin, now in his second season in charge, the Dons have been riding high after May’s historic Scottish Cup win.While Aberdeen started with intent and created early chances, two moments of quality from the visitors sealed a 2–0 win for Celtic. Adil Aouchiche came close in the opening stages, forcing Kasper Schmeichel into a fine save, but goals from Nygren and Hatate proved decisive.The episode features pre and post-match reaction from Jimmy Thelin, plus the latest on the Dons’ transfer dealings – including the rumoured arrival of Serbian U21 international Marko Lazetic from AC Milan, a move described as one of the club’s shrewdest in recent years. We also cover ongoing contract talks with Shayden Morris, Graeme Shinnie, Dante Polvara and Ester Sokler.There’s big news from Aberdeen Women too, with three new signings unveiled: experienced forward Bridget Galloway, C