Aberdeen confidently secured their spot in the Scottish Cup semi-finals, decisively ending Queen’s Park’s remarkable run in the competition. The Championship side aimed to replicate their stunning upset against Rangers at Ibrox in the previous round. They came out strong. Jack Turner’s powerful volley was thwarted just two minutes in.
Yet, Aberdeen quickly asserted their superiority, netting two goals within just 105 seconds.
Kevin Nisbet opened the scoring with an impressive backheel flick from a near-post corner, catching everyone off guard. Oday Dabbagh followed up shortly after, converting Shayden Morris’s cross with ease. He then duplicated that effort for his second and Aberdeen’s fourth goal, showcasing their attacking prowess.
As the first half drew to a close, Ante Palaversa delivered a pinpoint pass. Graeme Shinnie was making his 600th professional appearance. The captain unleashed a stunning volley that evaded Calum Ferrie, ricocheting off the post and finding the net.
By that stage, the game was already well in hand, especially after Dabbagh’s strike in the second half. Although Queen’s Park managed to grab a consolation goal when Zak Rudden found himself in a prime position six yards out, they had little else to celebrate.
Ferrie was impressive in goal throughout the second half, echoing his remarkable performance against Rangers by making crucial saves against substitutes Dante Polvara and Peter Ambrose.
Jimmy Thelin’s team skillfully navigated the final moments of the intense match, showcasing their composure under pressure. With a strong defensive strategy, they confidently secured their place in the semi-finals. Their cohesive teamwork was crucial. This marks a remarkable achievement as it will be their sixth semi-final appearance in the last nine seasons. Their consistent performance highlights both their resilience and strategic prowess in high-stakes situations.