What's happened
Celtic and Aberdeen played to a dramatic 2-2 draw at Parkhead on October 19, 2024. Celtic led 2-0 at halftime, but Aberdeen mounted a comeback with goals from Ester Sokler and Graeme Shinnie. A late VAR decision disallowed a potential winner for Aberdeen, ensuring both teams remain at the top of the Premiership.
Why it matters
What the papers say
Mark Atkinson from The Scotsman noted the thrilling nature of the match, emphasizing the dramatic late moments and the VAR controversy. He stated, 'Aberdeen stormed the Parkhead fortress with a second-half comeback so rarely seen from a Scottish team at this arena.' Ewan Murray from The Guardian highlighted Celtic's defensive issues, suggesting that if they continue to be 'as generous in Champions League action,' they could face dire consequences. Both sources agree on the significance of the draw in the context of the title race, with Atkinson mentioning that Aberdeen's performance was a testament to their growing strength under Thelin.
How we got here
Celtic entered the match as reigning champions, looking to maintain their lead in the Premiership. Aberdeen, under manager Jimmy Thelin, aimed to challenge for the title after a strong start to the season.
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