The Daily Star Ireland
Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin is calling for action against the Aberdeen fans who threw objects at him during their recent match, including a half bottle of vodka. Goodwin, who previously managed Aberdeen, was targeted by the travelling supporters sitting behind his dugout, with items such as coins and firelighters being thrown at him. Despite his efforts to remain composed, Goodwin expressed his disappointment at the incident.
He remarked that he had done nothing to provoke such hostility and noted that, while things didn’t go as planned during his tenure at Aberdeen, he had never made negative comments about the club. He called the actions of the fans unacceptable and urged authorities to investigate the situation. Goodwin hopes those responsible will be identified and banned from football for life.
The game ended with a dramatic late goal from Kevin Holt, securing a 1-0 victory for Dundee United in stoppage time. Despite the on-field success, Goodwin chose to focus on his players’ effort and the thrilling nature of the last-minute win, saying it’s the kind of victory that excites supporters.
Meanwhile, Aberdeen’s manager, Jimmy Thelin, expressed frustration over his team’s recent poor form, with three consecutive losses and no wins in their last eight games. He acknowledged the emotional impact of conceding a goal so late but emphasized that the team’s performance in the match against Dundee United showed promise. Thelin remains focused on building from this performance and finding a way to turn things around, rejecting the idea of any quick fixes.
