AFC DONScast

After two decades of dissecting the highs, the lows, and everything in between, the final whistle has blown. In this emotional series finale, Graeme Mackay looks back on a 20-year journey following the Dons, while breaking down a frantic final week of the 2025/26 season. Inside this episode: Match Reviews: A somber farewell to Pittodrie against St Mirren and the heartbreak of a last-gasp 3-2 defea...

After a "total washout" over the past couple of weeks in the North East, the AFC DONScast returns to make sense of a chaotic few weeks. The headline news? A very familiar face is back in the building. We discuss the return of Tony Docherty to the dugout as he joins Peter Leven’s interim management team for the remainder of the season. On this week’s episode: Match Report: We break down t...

6-2 Chaos: Red Cards, Comebacks & The Transfer Flurry It has been a manic week at Pittodrie! On this week’s AFC DONScast, Graeme breaks down a breathless afternoon where Aberdeen hammered Livingston 6-2. We dissect the "pure chaos" that included a VAR meltdown, a touchline stramash, and three red cards—including one for Livi boss David Martindale. We also cover the serious post-match fallout r...

On this week’s edition of the AFC DONScast, Graeme reacts to a frustrating double-header that ended in defeat to Rangers at Pittodrie. We dissect the "turgid" performance, the defensive errors, and the fan reaction that has labeled the current squad "soft" and "naive." In this episode: Match Review: A 2-0 loss to Rangers leaves the Dons sitting eighth in the table. We...

In this special double edition of the AFC DONScast, we wrap up 2025 with a look back at the festive fixtures and a review of a rollercoaster year for Aberdeen. We dissect the frustration at Pittodrie as the Dons were held to a 1–1 draw by Dundee United in Graeme Shinnie’s 400th appearance, and the disappointment at Easter Road where a controversial VAR call and a clinical Hibs counter-attack hande...

AFC DONScast | European Farewell, Celtic Heartbreak & Festive Dons Round-Up Thursday nights under the lights, a sold-out Red Army abroad, and another dramatic weekend for the Dons. In this week’s AFC DONScast, we reflect on the end of Aberdeen’s European journey in Prague as the Dons bow out of the UEFA Conference League after a tough test against Sparta. There’s reaction from manager Jimmy Th...

It’s a  double-bill AFC DONScast  this week with a packed episode covering a dramatic few days for Aberdeen. We look back on Thursday night’s  UEFA Conference League clash with RC Strasbourg , where a brave Dons performance, a disallowed goal and fine margins saw our European campaign come to an end at Pittodrie. Attention then turns to the Premiership, as Aberdeen produce a stirring  second-half...

This week’s AFC DONScast brings you a packed double edition as we cover Aberdeen’s European and domestic action, plus all the major headlines from across Scottish football. We begin at Pittodrie, where the Dons were left frustrated after a dominant first-half display against FC Noah ended in a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Conference League. There’s full match analysis, injury updates, and reaction from Ji...

After a week full of twists, turns, and tense stand-offs, you’d be forgiven for thinking we were watching  The Traitors rather than football! On this week’s  AFC DONScast , we recap a dramatic few days for the Dons — from a resilient 0–0 draw away to AEK Larnaca in the UEFA Conference League, to Sunday’s frustrating 1–1 result at home to Motherwell. We’ve got post-match reaction from Jimmy Thelin,...

It’s November already — and with no weekend match for the Dons, we take a breather and look back at midweek action as Aberdeen battled their way to a 1–0 win at Rugby Park against Kilmarnock. We hear from Jimmy Thelin after another clean sheet on the road, plus reaction from debutant Dylan Lobban. There’s also tributes to former players  Bobby Wilson  and  Willie Young , news of  Lutz Pfannenstiel...

A Greek tragedy, a Pittodrie setback, and youth brilliance – it’s been a week of highs and lows for the Dons. On this week’s  AFC DONScast , Graeme rounds up a tough week in Europe as Aberdeen suffer a 6–0 defeat to AEK Athens before returning home for a frustrating 2–1 loss against Hibs. We hear from manager  Jimmy Thelin  and captain  Graeme Shinnie  before and after both matches. There’s better...

Graeme’s back with a special AFC DONScast — starting with a personal thank you to NHS Highland after a recent hospital stay. On the pitch, Marko Lazetic’s last-gasp strike seals an unforgettable 1–0 win at St Mirren. We hear from Jimmy Thelin, round up Scotland’s World Cup qualifiers, and check in with the Dons on international duty. Also this week: • Dylan Lobban commits to Aberdeen till 2028 • T...

A huge week for the Dons — and it’s all in this edition of the AFC DONScast. We look back on a thrilling European night against Shakhtar Donetsk at Pittodrie, that long-awaited first league win of the season against Dundee, and Aberdeen B’s Aberdeenshire Cup triumph. Plus: ⚽ Injury news on Kristers Tobers 📊 New Aberdeen Beach Stadium report 🏆 Aberdeen Women through in the Sky Sports Cup 🌍 Scot...

Another bruising week for the Dons with defeats to Dundee United and Motherwell, but signs of fight remain. We hear from Jimmy Thelin, bring you fan reaction, a tribute to Bobby Clark, loan updates, the latest from the women’s side, and a look ahead to Thursday’s Conference League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk.

This week on the AFC DONScast: Aberdeen crash out of the League Cup after a narrow defeat to Motherwell, and Jimmy Thelin makes a blunt assessment of what needs to change. We also cover the departure of Director of Football Steven Gunn after 25 years at Pittodrie, Stuart Armstrong’s fast-tracked move to the Dons, and the Scottish Cup trophy visit to Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital. Plus, a roun...

Frustration at Pittodrie as Aberdeen are held to a goalless draw against Livingston, leaving the Dons rooted to the bottom of the Premiership. We’ve got full reaction from Jimmy Thelin, plus all the latest on a busy transfer deadline day – Kevin Nisbet returns on a permanent deal, Swedish international Jesper Karlsson signs on loan, and Stuart Armstrong comes home on a two-year contract. We also c...

It’s been a huge week for the Dons. We look back at: ⚽ Europa League heartbreak in Bucharest as Aberdeen bow out to FCSB, plus reaction from Jimmy Thelin. 🌍 The draw for the UEFA Conference League – with glamour ties against Shakhtar Donetsk, Sparta Prague, Strasbourg and more. ⚽️ Domestic drama at Pittodrie as Falkirk take the points after another VAR red card. 🔴 Transfer window latest – Mitc...

Aberdeen’s European adventure is alive and kicking! 🔴⚪ This week on the AFC DONScast: ⚽ A dramatic 2-2 fightback against FCSB at Pittodrie – full match reaction and build-up to the return leg in Bucharest. 🔁 Transfer updates – Slobodan Rubežić departs, plus youth academy news. 👩‍🦰 Aberdeen Women – reaction to the Glasgow City clash and new partnership with Scottish Brain Sciences. 📊 A full...

The latest AFC DONScast is out now – your weekly Red Army update with all the news from Pittodrie and beyond. In this week’s episode: Reaction to Aberdeen’s 3–0 win over Greenock Morton in the Scottish League Cup. Build-up to a massive UEFA Europa League play-off first leg at Pittodrie against FCSB on Thursday night. Transfer news as Swedish youth international  Kenan Bilalović  signs on, with Ser...

Aberdeen returned to Pittodrie this afternoon for our first home match of the season, taking on Celtic in front of a packed Red Army. Under Jimmy Thelin, now in his second season in charge, the Dons have been riding high after May’s historic Scottish Cup win. While Aberdeen started with intent and created early chances, two moments of quality from the visitors sealed a 2–0 win for Celtic. Adil Aou...

The new Scottish Premiership season is here – and so is the AFC DONScast! 🎙️ In this packed season opener, Graeme Mackay recaps Aberdeen’s pre-season finale against Ipswich Town, unpacks the 2-0 defeat to Hearts at Tynecastle, and breaks down the latest transfer activity – including moves for Pape Guèye, Richard Jensen, Alfie Bavidge and more. We preview the UEFA Europa League play-off draw, cover...

A packed pre-season update as we start the 20th season of the AFC DONScast. Ahead of the season start we take a dive into our summer transfer activity which includes interviews with all our new signings including: Nicolaa Milanovic Nick Suman Emmanuel Gyamfi Kusini Yengi Kjartan Már Kjartansson Adil Aouchiche Alfie Dorrington Kerry Beattie Jess Broadrick We also have a full round-up of all our pre...

We just went and won the Scottish Cup 🏆 It’s the big one – the last  AFC DONScast  of the season and we’re going out with a bang! This week, we bring you comprehensive  pre and post-match coverage  of the  Scottish Cup Final  showdown between  Aberdeen and Celtic . From the build-up to the final whistle and beyond, we’ve got you covered. 🔴 Hear interviews with: Jimmy Thelin  – sharing his though...

It’s a two-for-one this week! We’ve got pre and post-match reaction from our midweek game against Celtic and yesterday’s trip to Tannadice — including the latest on the incident involving Jack Mackenzie after the match. We’ll also check in with the Dons Women as they wrapped up their season away to Queen’s Park earlier today. Plus, some transfer chatter, a bunch of Dons updates, and a bit of suppo...

In this week’s episode of the AFC DONScast, we’ve got a packed line-up as we take you through all the latest from Aberdeen FC. 🔴 We kick off with a look back at today's clash against Rangers, breaking down the key moments and performance highlights. ⚽️ Aberdeen Women have been in action twice – we recap their midweek showdown with Montrose and today’s match against Dundee United. 📊 Plus, we...