Stories from Aberdeen's Greatest European Games
Nostalgic for Aberdeen FC fans, this book explores the team's European adventures and their stronghold at Pittodrie. With a blend of humor, quirky anecdotes, and insightful reflections, it captures the essence of the club's history and the experiences of its supporters, making it a delightful read for fans of all ages.
Aberdeen have competed on the European stage since season 1967/68 and have enjoyed some epic encounters along the way, culminating in the club's greatest ever victory – beating Real Madrid 2–1 in the 1983 Cup Winner's Cup final. Ally Begg charts a path through Aberdeen's storied history in Europe, vividly brining to life the most interesting, exciting, and unforgettable games by interviewing players from Aberdeen and their rivals and augmenting them with his own richly rendered memories.Aberdeen European Nights takes the reader on a nostalgic romp around the continent, crossing beyond the Iron Curtain and building a fortress at home at Pittodrie. Humorous, quirky and insightful, it is the perfect book for Aberdeen fans, young and old.