Aberdeen 2 - 1 Albion Rovers

Aberdeen Reserves had to strive very hard for their 2-1 victory over Albion Rovers Reserves at Pittodrie in the Scottish Reserve League. The 5000 odd spectators had nothing to complain about as far as excitement was concerned, and in this respect the match was superior to many first, League matches seen at Pittodrie. All through, and particularly in the second half, the game was brimful of exciting incidents, and what added to the general stir on the field was that many of the referee?s decisions did not find favour with the players or spectators. After the heavy rain of the morning and forenoon the ground did not give too secure a foothold. The ball was greasy, and the conditions did not lend themselves to the production of good football. Nevertheless, the players went at it all they could, with the result that there was scarcely a dull moment. The visitors played with much vigour, especially after they got their first goal in the second half, and Aberdeen A were given one of the hardest games they have had this season. At times when the Rovers were working hard for the equaliser, and when a good deal of feeling was shown by both sides, it looked as if one or two of the players would get into trouble, but this state of affairs gradually disappeared. On one occasion, Fisher, no doubt thinking that something not in the game would happen, put his arms round an Albion man and held him for a few seconds until a calmer frame of mind prevailed. Although the football could not be in any way be described as brilliant, what was lacking in this respect was made up for by the earnestness of the players and the excitement provided, both by incidents in midfield and the narrow escapes of each goal. Fisher scored for Aberdeen A, after twenty minutes' play, and Yule increased the lead in the second half by one of the best shot goals seen at Pittodrie this season. Shortly after this Hutton was injured in the leg, and retired for about ten minutes. It was during his absence that Young, the visitors' centre-forward, scored the Rovers? only goal. Sutherland made a faulty clearance, and during a general mix-up in front of goal, Young walked the ball into the net. Earlier in the game Aberdeen and a similar opportunity, but were unlucky in not getting the ball home. Aberdeen were just worthy of their win.

Source: Aberdeen Daily Journal, 20th September 1920