Aberdeen Head Coach Focused Solely on Victory Ahead of Clash with Armenia’s Noah

On the eve of a crucial Matchday 4 encounter in the Conference League, Aberdeen head coach Jimmy Thelin held a press conference, emphasizing that his team will enter the match against Noah seeking nothing but victory. The game will take place on November 27 at Pittodrie Stadium in Scotland.

“This is a match we must win”

Thelin made it clear that the current group-stage situation leaves Aberdeen no room for error:

“If you look at the standings, this is a match we must win. To keep our chances of progressing, we need three points tomorrow. Noah are not an easy opponent — they already have four points and play quality football — but we understand the task: at home, we have to win.”

Mental resilience and team growth

According to the Swedish manager, his players remain composed even in difficult situations:

“The players are growing and learning. We’re not talking about any special level of confidence — we just move step by step, work, and develop. Our recent results come from hard work and unity.”

Noah’s strengths

Thelin highlighted the individual abilities within the Armenian club:

“Noah have a good coach, strong individuals, fast wingers, and players who are excellent in one-on-one situations. They know how to control the ball and dictate the rhythm. I expect a tight and intriguing match.”

Internal competition

The head coach noted that the team is undergoing restructuring and healthy competition is growing:

“We’ve gone through many changes, but we continue to build a system for the coming years. When everyone is fit, competition grows, players push each other, and their interaction on the pitch improves.”

Controlling the game

Thelin stressed the importance of tactical flexibility:

“Small details decide everything. We must understand when to increase the tempo and when to control possession. Not every game goes perfectly, and it’s crucial to stay in it even when something isn’t working. In that sense, the team has grown.”

Defense as the foundation of success

Aberdeen continue to put emphasis on defensive organization:

“A reliable defense keeps you in the game even on bad days. Everything is connected — when you defend well, your attack improves too. Stability is especially important in cup competitions.”

Squad news

Only Kristers Tobers will miss the upcoming match. All other players are available:

“The players’ form is improving, and rotation will help us — the schedule ahead is very dense.”