Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin commended his team's resilience after they bounced back from a heavy defeat to Celtic by defeating Dundee 4-1, moving to the top of the Scottish Premiership. Thelin highlighted the character of his players, particularly their strong performance in the second half, where goals from Ante Palaversa, Topi Keskinen, Vicente Besuijen, and Kevin Nisbet sealed the victory. Dundee's Simon Murray missed a crucial penalty in the first half but later scored to make it 2-1, only for Besuijen to quickly restore Aberdeen's advantage. The win puts Aberdeen three points clear of Celtic and 12 points ahead of third-placed Rangers. Thelin emphasized the importance of small adjustments made at halftime that helped stabilize their performance, showcasing the team's ability to adapt under pressure. Dundee manager Tony Docherty felt the scoreline was harsh, suggesting that his team created their own problems by conceding soft goals.