Aberdeen maintained their position at the top of the Scottish Premiership with a 1-0 victory over Dundee United, thanks to a late goal from substitute Peter Ambrose in the 84th minute. This win marked the Dons' 15th consecutive unbeaten match under manager Jimmy Thelin, with 14 of those being wins, putting them three points ahead of Celtic and nine points clear of third-placed Rangers. The match, held at a packed Pittodrie, saw Aberdeen struggle to break through a well-organized United defense in the first half, with only one notable attempt on goal. The Dons dominated the second half, creating multiple opportunities before Ambrose scored, igniting celebrations among the home fans. The victory sets the stage for an upcoming clash against Rangers, further intensifying the league's competitive landscape. United remains in fourth place following the defeat.