Aberdeen coach prepares for tough Dundee trip as team maintains winning start
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:39 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Aberdeen head coach Stephen Robinson spoke to media ahead of Saturday's Premiership match against Dundee. The Dons currently hold a perfect record in all competitions so far this season. Robinson acknowledged the late comeback victory over Hearts and emphasized the importance of momentum in football. He described Saturday's match as a potential challenge, citing Dundee's recent performance against Celtic. Defender Mats Knoester has returned to full training but will not be available for this match, while Brad Lyons and Connor Ronan are doubtful starters.
- •Aberdeen leads the Premiership with a 100% record.
- •Robinson praises squad's inner belief after last week's comeback.
- •Dundee impressed despite losing to Celtic 1-0.
- •Knoester out this week, could return in upcoming weeks.
- •Brad Lyons and Connor Ronan are doubtful for the match.
- 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — Robinson sees 'inner belief' in Aberdeen squad
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Robinson on maintaining momentum, 'very tough' Dundee test & Knoester latest
"Stephen Robinson has highlighted the "inner belief" now present in the Aberdeen squad. After winning all four of their Premier Sports Cup group stage games, the Dons opened their Scottish Premiership campaign with a dramatic victory over last season's runners-up Hearts last weekend. Robinson's side were trailing until the 90th minute at Pittodrie before goals from Lewis Mayo and Kevin Nisbet sealed a thrilling win.
"Aberdeen head coach Stephen Robinson has been speaking to the media as his side prepare for Saturday's Premiership trip to Dundee. The Dons have a 100% record in all competitions so far and Robinson stresses "momentum is everything in football". After that dramatic late comeback at Pittodrie last week, Robinson praises the "inner belief" in his squad to grind out a victory.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 10:39 AMRobinson sees 'inner belief' in Aberdeen squad
Stephen Robinson has highlighted the "inner belief" now present in the Aberdeen squad. After winning all four of their Premier Sports Cup group stage games, the Dons opened their Scottish Premiership campaign with a dramatic victory over last season's runners-up Hearts last weekend. Robinson's side were trailing until the 90th minute at Pittodrie before goals from Lewis Mayo and Kevin Nisbet sealed a thrilling win.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 9:35 AMRobinson on maintaining momentum, 'very tough' Dundee test & Knoester latest
Aberdeen head coach Stephen Robinson has been speaking to the media as his side prepare for Saturday's Premiership trip to Dundee. The Dons have a 100% record in all competitions so far and Robinson stresses "momentum is everything in football". After that dramatic late comeback at Pittodrie last week, Robinson praises the "inner belief" in his squad to grind out a victory.
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