Aberdeen 7 - 2 Falkirk

By NORMAN MACDONALD

THIS Aberdeen attack is dynamite. For Scottish clubs they now carry the label “highly dangerous.”
The Dons’ snipers had a “kill” of seven against Falkirk. Take a look at their record. They have netted thirty-nine goals in twelve matches six more than any other club in “A” Division.
Just how sudden and complete the Aberdeen transformation has been can be judged from the fact that only six goals were scored in the first five League games.
Ift was not until the second half on Saturday that the Dons began their goal blitz. Until the interval the "Bairns," with the assistance of the wind and rain, clamped the brakes on the Aberdeen attackers.
Af’er the change-over the Brockville challenge melted in face of forward line which was chockful of scoring ideas. Admittedly some of the goals came a trifle easily, but that is a matter for regret only tor the Falkirk defence.

Important Cog

One man doesn't make a team but some men can help more than others. Few will argue the fact that Hamilton is an important cog in the Aberdeen scoring machine.
Although his name was missing from the scoring list on Saturday he played his part in the Dons' revival. It was only the second time Hamilton had failed to find the net since the start of the successful run.
But it's not a case of one man hogging the glory so far as the goals are concerned. All five forwards have shared in the revels.
Hamilton heads the list of league marksmen with ten. Hather comes next with nine, Buckley claims seven, Hay six and Boyd five.

Defence Uneasy

There was limes against Falkirk when there were signs of uneasiness in defence. There is room for improvement in the play of the half backs.
Morrison in goal, who was given his first big test as a result of the late withdrawal of Martin, did not play at all badly. He will gain confidence with experience.
Mitchell and Smith played soundly against two lively wingers in Rae and Delaney while Allister was most consistent of a mediocre mid-line.

Severe Test

Aberdeen’s next two games will provide them with a severe lest. In successive weeks they tackle Queen of the South at Dumfries and Rangers at Ibrox Park.
If the forwards can keep up th egood work and the Dons take maximum points from these two fixtures they will force their way into the race for the flag.

Source: Evening Express, 24th November 1952