Aberdeen Wins Scottish Cup First Time 35 Years, Secures European Football

Aberdeen Football Club celebrated their first Scottish Cup win in 35 years, a victory that also secured their place in European group stage football next season. Manager Jimmy Thelin, in his first season with the club, expressed pride in the team's hard work, belief, and resilience, especially against a strong Celtic side, whose treble hopes were ended by Aberdeen's dramatic penalty shootout win. Thelin highlighted the collective effort from players, staff, and fans, emphasizing the importance of dreaming big and the emotional significance of the victory for the city and supporters. The final was a tense and scrappy match, marked by a late equalizer and heroics from goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov, who saved two penalties to secure the win. Fans and players alike showed raw emotion, with jubilant celebrations reflecting the monumental nature of the triumph, which many supporters had never experienced before. The club’s chief executive and players acknowledged the achievement as a turning point, reflecting the club's potential and the joy brought to the community.