Anthony Stewart believes Aberdeen are ready to hit the ground running when they return from the World Cup break with a Premiership double header against Celtic and Rangers.
The Dons lie third in the table, having enjoyed impressive form at Pittodrie so far this campaign but struggled on their travels where their defensive frailties have come to fruition, and Reds captain knows the break came at a good time for them them to address certain areas of their game before taking on two of Scotland's biggest clubs in the space of three days.
Jim Goodwin's men used the months pause from domestic football to visit their strategic partners, Atlanta United, where they faced the MLS side in a friendly match and took part in a training camp. Stewart told the Press and Journal: “We have to look to come back from the break and hit the ground running. We are in a good position in the league and also have the potential to finish third. There is also a semi-final to look forward to. We would have taken where we are at the start of the season. I think the break came at a good time for us.”
