Jamie McGrath credits Aberdeen’s strong form to their ability to stay calm under pressure. The Republic of Ireland international has been instrumental in Aberdeen’s impressive start, highlighted by his stunning pass at Celtic Park that set up Ester Sokler’s goal, sparking the team’s comeback in Glasgow.
Under the guidance of new boss Jimmy Thelin, McGrath has been a standout performer, earning praise from fans for his composure. Thelin’s cool-headed approach, both on the sidelines and in the dressing room, was evident during the comeback against Celtic when Aberdeen were down 2-0 at halftime. Thelin made tactical adjustments and helped keep the team focused, which led to a spirited turnaround.
McGrath emphasized the team’s unity during challenging moments, saying, “When you go two down, you could start arguing with yourselves, but I never felt us get into that situation. We remained calm, the gaffer settled us down at half-time, tweaked a few things and we showed great character.” He noted that, unlike other teams he’s played for, Aberdeen didn’t let the situation get away from them.
Staying in the game at a difficult venue like Celtic Park was key, as McGrath explained, “Staying in the game is the big thing because, if we do that, we know we’ll score.” He also praised the substitutes, who made a significant impact in the second half.
Aberdeen’s performance against Celtic silenced some doubters who questioned their strength against top teams. The result kept them level on points at the top of the table, and they now have a chance to move ahead with a positive result against Dundee United, as Celtic won’t play until Sunday.
Individual contributions were crucial, with goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov making a spectacular late save to deny Adam Idah, preserving the result. Duk also made a crucial goalline block, showing his commitment to the cause. Although he had a goal disallowed for handball, his efforts reflected the team’s determination.
McGrath praised his teammates’ efforts, including Mitov’s heroics and Duk’s defensive work, and highlighted the impact of players like Topi Keskinen, who provided an attacking outlet in the final moments. McGrath acknowledged that with a bit more luck, they might have even secured a win.
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