It was a day to remember for the 20,000 Aberdeen fans who were at Hampden to cheer on the Dons against Celtic in the final of the Scottish Cup.
Jimmy Thelin’s side were hoping to become the first Aberdeen side since 1990 to win the national competition.
A dramatic game went all the way to extra time and penalties with the Reds emerging victorious thanks to goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov producing two spot-kick saves to deny Celtic captain Callum McGregor and right-back Alasdair Johnston.
That sparked jubilant scenes as the Dons celebrated a long-awaited Scottish Cup victory.
Our photographer Darrell Benns was at Hampden to capture the Red Army in Aberdeen’s biggest match of the season. Andy Cawley was also on hand to capture Don’s fans around Glasgow.
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Some Aberdeen fans gearing up for Hampden. Image: Andy Cawley
Some Dons getting in the mood. Image: Andy Cawley
A Dons fan ready for a huge afternoon. Image: Andy Cawley
Dons fans getting off the train into Glasgow. Image: Andy Cawley
there were plenty of young fans there to cheer on the Dons. Image: Andy Cawley
A day to remember for the Red Army. Image: Andy Cawley
Ready to cheer their team on! Image: Andy Cawley
A huge day for the Dons as they looked to topple the favourites. Image: Andy Cawley
COYR! Image: Andy Cawley
The stadium before the match. Image: Darrell Benns
The cup final programme. Image: Darrell Benns
Allan and Alec Henderson. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Oscar and Steve Vance. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Aberdeen fans at Hampden ahead of the match. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Oliver Pratt and Mia Spurgeon. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Saoking up the atmosphere. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
High fives for Angus the bull. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Waving the flag high in the stands. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Stand Free. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
The Aberdeen fans celebrate at full time. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
A day they won’t forget. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
A young Aberdeen fan enjoying his day. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
The Aberdeen fans didn’t stop singing. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
They can’t believe what has happened. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Aberdeen supporters cheer on their team. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
An amazing day at Hampden Park. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in Ma Cameron’s. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in the Old Schoolhouse. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in McNasty’s. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A full house in McNasty’s. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Dons fans watching the game in the Old Schoolhouse. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Aberdeen’s goal! Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Party time in McNasty’s. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
COYR! Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in the Old Schoolhouse. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Goal! Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Dons fans celebrate at full time. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Excitement builds in the Old Schoolhouse. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Cheers! Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Beers up! Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in the Old Schoolhouse. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A fantastic show of support for the Dons. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Fans watching the game in Ma Cameron’s. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
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