Aberdeen FC Manager Stephen Robinson Reveals Brentford Tactic
Aberdeen FC manager Stephen Robinson unveils his strategy, inspired by Brentford's fast starts, to propel the Dons up the Premiership table. Discover how they aim for early success.
Aberdeen FC manager Stephen Robinson is implementing a new tactical approach, drawing inspiration from English Premier League side Brentford, to ensure his team starts games strongly and climbs the Premiership table. This strategy proved effective in their recent 1-0 victory over Kilmarnock, where the Dons secured an early lead.
Robinson aims for Aberdeen FC to "blow teams away early doors," a tactic he has observed bringing significant success to Brentford, who have notably scored multiple goals within the opening minutes of Premier League matches this season. The focus is on playing in the opponent's half and making them defend from the outset.
The effectiveness of this approach was evident when Afeez Aremu scored for Aberdeen FC just 50 seconds into their crucial match against Kilmarnock last weekend. While acknowledging that "nervousness crept in" after an initial 20 minutes of dominance, Robinson emphasized the importance of maintaining this high intensity, particularly in their upcoming fixture against Livingston.
Despite his reputation for a direct style of play, Stephen Robinson highlights similarities between his philosophy and that of other Premier League clubs like Brentford, Bournemouth, and Brighton. He states that if the opportunity arises to deliver the ball into the box from a dead-ball situation, he will seize it, aligning with the strategies employed by these top-flight teams.
Beyond the direct approach, Robinson is keen for Aberdeen FC to develop greater "ownership of the game" and increase their possession statistics. He is focused on building upon the recent positive results and enhancing the team's overall performance as they continue their push up the Scottish Premiership standings.