For Graeme Shinnie, 33-year-old captain of Aberdeen, there can be no higher calling than running out in the Scottish Cup final. Each cut on this release is a testament to those amazing players and their unwavering fans that fill the stands. Having previously captained Inverness Caledonian Thistle to victory in the 2015 Scottish Cup final, Shinnie is now driven to secure a second winner’s medal, which he believes would be a rewarding achievement for the club’s dedicated fan base.
Aberdeen secured their place in the final after a gritty 2-1 win against Hearts in extra time. This win not only propelled them to the season’s climax but put them in a position to end Celtic’s hopes of a ninth consecutive domestic treble. Aberdeen haven’t lifted the Scottish Cup in 35 years. For the team and its fans, this opportunity is particularly special.
Importance of Fan Support
Shinnie has spoken about the importance of fan support in helping get them to the final. Aberdeen supporters will get a full allocation of tickets for the exciting end-of-season finale. An estimated 20,000-25,000 of those supporters are getting ready to show their team the loudest love possible!
“It’s important again to have that backing,” – Graeme Shinnie
The captain spoke after the memorable semi-final clash versus Hearts, as he highlighted the importance of supporters never losing faith in players spurring them on. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Aberdeen supporters sang louder and with more gusto.
“Even in the semi-final, they were maybe outnumbered, but they definitely weren’t out-sung,” – Graeme Shinnie
Shinnie made a point of highlighting the role that fans must play throughout the match. He added, “We could hear them all game long, and that was really important for us in that semi-final.”
Aiming High for Jimmy Thelin
Shinnie further shared how he wants to finish Jimmy Thelin’s first season as head coach off on a high note. A win in the Scottish Cup would mark the biggest personal triumph of Shinnie’s career. It would be a testament to Thelin’s remarkable leadership this season.
“Winning trophies for a club is massive. For the players and the staff, it’s one of the best days but for the fans especially,” – Graeme Shinnie
He’s convinced that claiming this trophy would hold special significance to the community. After all, fixing this imbalance would actually be a proper thank-you to their long-time, steadfast backers.
Legacy and Personal Aspirations
As he gets ready for this historic game, Shinnie keeps his eyes on the prize. He’s shown a deep commitment to his club and fans. He underscored what a win like this would mean to him individually.
“I’ve never shied away from saying that it would mean everything. It would be massive for me,” – Graeme Shinnie
It is his ambition to add yet another medal to his collection that drives him. He says he’ll leave everything on the pitch in the final. Aberdeen’s recent track record has been nothing short of astounding. Under Shinnie’s captaincy, supporters are optimistic about the chances of seeing a special moment for both him and the club.
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