The upcoming clash between Aberdeen and Rangers at Pittodrie Stadium promises an exciting battle as these Scottish Premiership rivals face off. Aberdeen will be eager to build on their recent positive performances at home, aiming to challenge Rangers, who are determined to strengthen their position near the top of the league standings. With Rangers traditionally enjoying the upper hand in this fixture, Aberdeen will need to be at their best to secure a result against their Glasgow opponents.
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This encounter will feature intense battles on the field as both teams strive for victory, setting the stage for an intriguing matchup that fans won’t want to miss.
Aberdeen vs Rangers Important H2H Stats
The much-anticipated clash at Pittodrie Stadium sees Aberdeen hosting Rangers, with both teams vying for position in the upper ranks of the Scottish Premiership. In their most recent encounter, Rangers emerged victorious at home with a narrow 2-1 win. Currently, Aberdeen sit in 2nd place, just above Rangers in 3rd, making this match crucial for both sides.
Aberdeen’s main focus will be containing Rangers’ top scorer Václav Černý, who has netted 4 goals this season. On the flip side, Rangers will be wary of Jamie McGrath, Aberdeen’s creative force, who leads the team with 6 assists. Discipline could also play a role, with Slobodan Rubežić and Nicolas Raskin being the most carded players for Aberdeen and Rangers, respectively.
Timing may be pivotal, as Aberdeen are most likely to score in the final 15 minutes, where they’ve netted 27.8% of their goals. Rangers, on the other hand, show vulnerability early on, with 21.4% of their goals conceded coming in the opening 15 minutes.
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In terms of possession, Rangers have averaged 65.22% per game, surpassing Aberdeen’s 53.44%, suggesting Rangers may try to control the tempo. For corner kicks, Aberdeen edges out with an average of 6.00 per game compared to Rangers’ 5.56. Additionally, Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has occurred in 66.67% of Aberdeen’s games, while Rangers have kept BTTS lower at 22.22%.
Fans and analysts can expect a close battle, with Aberdeen seeking redemption and Rangers hoping to capitalize on their recent form against the hosts.
Aberdeen Vs Rangers Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Aberdeen | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 8 | 6 |
| Home Wins | 5 | 5 |
| Away Wins | 3 | 1 |
| Total Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Total Lost | 0 | 2 |
| Home Losses | 0 | 0 |
| Away Losses | 0 | 2 |
| Total Goals For | 18 | 14 |
| Home Goals For | 11 | 13 |
| Away Goals For | 7 | 1 |
| Total Goals Against | 8 | 6 |
| Home Goals Against | 4 | 2 |
| Away Goals Against | 4 | 4 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 3 | 5 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 2 | 3 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 1 | 2 |
| Total Failed To Score | 0 | 3 |
| Home Failed To Score | 0 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 0 | 3 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 2 | 1.56 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 2.2 | 2.6 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1.75 | 0.25 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 0.89 | 0.67 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1 | 1 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 39m | 20m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 35m | 22m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 44m | 7m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 48m | 43m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 35m | 52m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 56m | 26m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Aberdeen | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 2 (11.1%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| 15-30 | 3 (16.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 30-45 | 2 (11.1%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| 45-60 | 3 (16.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 60-75 | 3 (16.7%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| 75-90 | 5 (27.8%) | 1 (7.1%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Aberdeen | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (25%) | 3 (50%) |
| 30-45 | 3 (37.5%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 45-60 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (12.5%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (25%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Aberdeen | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 842 | 1101 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 404 | 486 |
| Av Possession Percent | 53.44 | 65.22 |
| Fouls | 108 | 110 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 12.00 | 12.22 |
| Offside | 19 | 8 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Yellow Cards | 21 | 23 |
| Shots Blocked | 34 | 40 |
| Shots Off Target | 38 | 50 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 4.22 | 5.56 |
| Shots On Target | 33 | 50 |
| Av Shots On Target | 3.67 | 5.56 |
| Total Corners | 54 | 50 |
| Av Corners | 6.00 | 5.56 |
| BTTS | 66.67 | 22.22 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.79 | 7.04 |
| Tackles | 150 | 153 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Aberdeen | Rangers | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 75 |
| Over 1.5 | 80 | 75 | 80 | 25 |
| Over 2.5 | 60 | 75 | 60 | 25 |
| Over 3.5 | 40 | 25 | 20 | 0 |
| Over 4.5 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Under 1.5 | 20 | 25 | 20 | 75 |
| Under 2.5 | 40 | 25 | 40 | 75 |
| Under 3.5 | 60 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Under 4.5 | 80 | 100 | 80 | 100 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 80 | 100 |
Prediction: Aberdeen vs Rangers
Given the recent form and head-to-head stats, this match promises to be a tight contest. Aberdeen, currently in 2nd place, will be eager to capitalize on home advantage at Pittodrie Stadium, especially as they tend to find the net in the final stages of matches. Their ability to push for late goals could be crucial, particularly with Jamie McGrath providing a creative spark.
Rangers, however, come in with a slight upper hand in terms of offensive prowess and possession dominance, boasting a strong record against Aberdeen. With top scorer Václav Černý leading their attack, Rangers are likely to press Aberdeen’s defense, aiming to control the game’s tempo through possession.
Considering Aberdeen’s tendency to concede early and Rangers’ organized defense (with a lower Both Teams to Score (BTTS) rate of 22.22%), we might see a cautious start with Rangers building momentum as the game progresses. While Aberdeen’s late-game surge may yield chances, Rangers’ consistency and offensive edge make them slight favorites.
Prediction: Rangers to win, possibly by a narrow margin such as 2-1, with a high likelihood of Both Teams to Score (BTTS) given Aberdeen’s fighting spirit at home.