There was once a time when a Sunday evening slot was the go to for broadcasters to show off Scottish football.
And there was an old school feel about the clash at Pittodrie between Aberdeen and Rangers with many within the famous old venue being transported back in time. It was 80s-esque in the second half, such was the way both the players and punters came alive to land a first home win over their great rivals in seven–and–a-half years. Barry Robson heard his name ring loud and rightly so as his reborn team made it seven wins on the spin.
The victory restores Aberdeen's five–point lead over Hearts in the race for third which brings guaranteed European group stage football – how the northern lights will shine bright if that comes to pass. But while there Dandie joy there were plenty of Rangers recriminations as Michael Beale watched his side produce an insipid display only a week out from their season–defining Scottish Cup semi final with Celtic.
