Jimmy Thelin Press Conference | Hearts vs Aberdeen - Scottish Cup Semi Final

Hearts vs Aberdeen - Scottish Cup Semi Final | Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin pre match press conference ahead of their Scottish Cup Semi-Final against Hearts at Hampden Park.

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Jimmy Thelin Pre-Match Press Conference | Hearts v Aberdeen | Scottish Cup Semi-Final at Hampden

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin faces the media ahead of a massive Scottish Cup semi-final clash with Hearts at Hampden Park. With a place in the final on the line, Thelin delivers updates, insight, and belief as the Dons prepare for their biggest match of the season. 🏆🔴

In this full pre-match press conference, Thelin covers:

🔴 Team News & Fitness Boosts
– Jamie McGrath and Gavin Molloy are back in full training and available for selection.
– Thelin says both players are “fully focused” despite McGrath's confirmed move away in the summer.
– Chris Ramma still not quite ready, but recovering steadily.

⚔️ Clash With Hearts
– Expects another tight encounter, as every meeting this season has been closely contested.
– Says the team must be “smart in our decisions but brave in our identity.”
– Won’t let past Hampden disappointments affect the mindset going into this one.

🏥 00:00 Aberdeen Team News & Injuries

Jamie McGrath, Gavin Molloy, and Devlin back in full training and all available for selection
Extra options a big bonus for the squad

⚽ 02:04 Hearts vs Aberdeen Scottish Cup Preview & Expectations

Anticipating another tight match against Heart FC
Respect for Heart of Midlothian's quality and structure
High-stakes environment of a Scottish Cup semi final at Hampden Park

🔄 03:02 Aberdeen FC's Recent Form & Rangers Match Reaction

Aberdeen on a good run despite late Rangers draw
Performance level still strong
Emphasis on refocusing for the next match

🧠 03:59 Aberdeen Player's Mentality & Lessons from Past Hampden Visit

Learned from past cup matches at Hampden
No major “scar tissue” from previous experience vs Celtic
Emphasis on staying brave and sticking to team identity

🎯 05:25 Message to the Aberdeen Players & Mental Preparation

A big opportunity for the team to reach the Scottish Cup final
“Leave everything on the pitch” mentality
Stay focused on Aberdeen’s principles and identity

🏆 06:15 Importance of the Scottish Cup

Aware of how long it’s been since Aberdeen last won
Desire to make the city and fans proud
Belief is key in pursuit of silverware

🗓 07:03 Jimmy Thelin's First Year as Aberdeen Manager

Year has flown by – intense and full of change
Positive environment and ambition at the club
Staying aligned to long-term goals is key
Best way to handle big games is to experience them
Players learning to manage expectations
Progress shown through the season’s challenges

🎯 10:04 Clinical Finishing & Game Readiness

Must be clinical with chances at Hampden vs Hearts FC
Importance of smart decision-making and defensive shape
Confident the team is ready

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