Aberdeen Secures Scottish Cup Final After Defeating Hearts 2-1

Aberdeen secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Hearts in the Scottish Cup semi-final, advancing to their third Hampden visit and earning a shot at both cup glory and guaranteed European group stage football next season. The match was marked by late drama, with Hearts reduced to nine men and Aberdeen eventually capitalizing deep into extra time. While fans and pundits noted the Dons' performance was not impressive against a depleted Hearts side, the result keeps hopes alive for Aberdeen to salvage an inconsistent season with a major trophy. The upcoming final, likely against Celtic, presents a formidable challenge given Celtic's dominant record in Scottish Cup finals. Nevertheless, this cup run provides Aberdeen with renewed motivation for the remainder of their league campaign, where European qualification remains at stake. The unpredictable nature of Aberdeen's season leaves open the possibility for a memorable finish if the team can build on their recent momentum.