Aberdeen had received much-deserved praise this season, but Celtic delivered a harsh lesson at Hampden that they won’t soon forget.
Jimmy Thelin’s team had managed to secure a draw at Celtic Park previously, showing resilience by coming back from a 2-0 deficit. Following a victory against Rangers earlier in the week, anticipation was high for the clash against Celtic as Aberdeen continued to impress under their new manager.
However, Celtic made a statement by thrashing Aberdeen 6-0 in the League Cup semi-final at Hampden. Thelin had little to say in the aftermath, admitting that Celtic were simply too strong on the day.
Despite his disappointment, Thelin remained optimistic about his team’s future, emphasizing the need to learn and grow from such experiences. He acknowledged Celtic’s quality and precision, highlighting the importance of analyzing the game to improve for future matches.
Thelin’s humility in defeat was evident as he commended Celtic for their performance. As Celtic look ahead to the final, it is clear that they are determined to continue their pursuit of silverware in Scotland this season.
