Matchday 30 - Falkirk

Matchday 30 - Falkirk

From AFC DONScast by Inverness Reds

March 15, 2026 · 1h 10m · Season 20 · Episode 30

About this episode

The episode discusses the appointment of Stephen Robinson as Aberdeen's new manager and analyzes the recent match against Falkirk.

Welcome to a brand-new, massive episode of the AFC DONScast! It’s been a turbulent two months at Pittodrie, but the dark cloud of uncertainty has finally lifted. We unpack one of the biggest stories of the season: the arrival of Stephen Robinson as the 26th permanent manager in Aberdeen’s history. Here's what Graeme and the team are covering this week: The New Gaffer: We discuss Robinson's appointment, his contract until the summer of 2029, and his immediate mandate to stabilise the ship. Exclusive Interviews: Hear directly from Stephen Robinson on his overarching philosophy, plus post-match reactions from his first 90 minutes in the dugout. Falkirk Fallout: A deep dive into the 1-1 draw, the tactical shift to a 5-3-2 formation, Kevin Nisbet's early goal, and the frustrating late equaliser from Barney Stewart. The Red Army Reacts: We take the temperature of the DonsTalk forum, discussing the fans' cautious optimism, the new strike partnership of Marko Lazetić and Nisbet, and the anger over set-piece deliveries. Transfer Gossip & Squad News: Exploring the five-club scramble for Bromley defender Omar Sowunmi, the bombshell departure of 19-year-old Alfie Bavidge, and a…

People in this episode

Host: Graeme

Guest: Stephen Robinson

Topics covered

  • soccer
  • management
  • match analysis
  • fan reactions
  • transfers

Keywords

  • Stephen Robinson
  • 5-3-2 formation
  • Falkirk draw
  • Marko Lazetić
  • Alfie Bavidge
  • Kusini Yengi
  • Aberdeen Women
  • DonsTalk forum

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