Connor Ronan has backed Kevin Nisbet to score more than 20 goals for Aberdeen this season. The midfielder's confidence is based on the striker's clinical form and the team's recent unbeaten run, which has lifted them to seventh in the current standings.
Ronan pointed to Nisbet's ability to convert difficult chances, a quality he highlighted by referencing a headed goal against Kilmarnock from a less-than-perfect cross. Ronan said. The midfielder also emphasized the importance of Nisbet's contributions as the team has sometimes relied heavily on his output.
Nisbet's early-season impact
Kevin Nisbet has started the campaign strongly, scoring three goals in his first seven Premiership appearances. His tally includes strikes in back-to-back league games against Motherwell and Hibernian. His performances are a key part of the team's stats as they seek to improve their attacking output. The team's form has picked up significantly, going unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions. This run includes a 4-1 friendly win at Dunfermline where new signing Ayoub Mouloua scored twice, and Ronan noted that having different options all over the pitch is a positive situation for the manager.
International recognition hopes
Manager Stephen Robinson has publicly supported Nisbet's case for a recall to the Scotland national team, adding to the internal belief in his abilities. "He's a top player," Robinson stated. This external endorsement aligns with the optimism within the Pittodrie dressing room about the striker's potential impact for the remainder of the season.
Aberdeen will look to continue their improved form when they host St Johnstone this Sunday, a key fixture in their upcoming fixtures. The visitors are one place above them in sixth, making it a significant match in the early-season standings. With Nisbet in confident mood and the team creating more chances, the prospect of a 20-goal haul is a tangible target that could define Aberdeen's season.
This story first appeared at Daily Record Football
