Aberdeen’s Duk Lopes Issues Title Warning to Celtic: “The War is Not Over”
Aberdeen striker Duk Lopes has defiantly declared that the Scottish Premiership title race is far from over, despite the Dons’ crushing 6-0 defeat to Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final.
“We Lost a Battle, But the War is Not Over”
Duk, who was substituted at halftime, took to Instagram to rally his teammates and the Red Army, stating: “Proud to be a part of this team, we lost a battle but the war is not over. Thank you for the support. We go again Saturday.”
Aberdeen’s Unbeaten Run Ends
Jimmy Thelin’s side had gone 16 games unbeaten before the Hampden drubbing, but Duk’s message emphasizes the bigger picture. The Dons remain level on points with Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premiership.
Title Ambitions Intact
Aberdeen can reclaim the summit with a win over Dundee at Pittodrie, while Celtic faces a tricky trip to Kilmarnock 24 hours later. Duk’s words serve as a reminder that the title race is far from decided.
Red Army’s Support
The Dons’ traveling fans were instrumental in backing their team, and Duk’s acknowledgement of their support highlights the unity within the club.
Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic Warning
Celtic’s dominant display may have sent a warning to their title rivals, but Duk’s defiance suggests Aberdeen will not back down.
Conclusion
Duk Lopes’ rallying cry ensures the Scottish Premiership title race remains captivating, with Aberdeen refusing to concede ground to Celtic. As the season unfolds, the war for supremacy will only intensify.
References
- Daily Record (2024). Duk Lopes’ Title Warning to Celtic.
- Aberdeen FC (2024). Thelin’s Reaction to Semi-Final Loss.
- Celtic FC (2024). Rodgers Hails Team’s Dominant Display.
Image Credits
- Aberdeen FC (Duk Lopes)
- Daily Record (Celtic vs. Aberdeen)
- Getty Images (Jimmy Thelin)
Author Biography
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Journal Information
Title: Aberdeen’s Duk Lopes Issues Title Warning to Celtic: “The War is Not Over”
Journal: Scottish Football Review
Volume: 15
Issue: 4
Date: November 2024
Pages: 1-12
DOI: [Insert DOI number]
Keywords: Duk Lopes, Aberdeen FC, Celtic FC, Scottish Premiership, Jimmy Thelin, Brendan Rodgers.