Facts for Kids

Aberdeen FC is a professional football (or soccer!) club based in Aberdeen, Scotland. It was founded in 1903! ⚽

The team plays in red and white and is nicknamed "The Dons." Their home matches are held at Pittodrie Stadium, which can hold over 20,000 excited fans. 🎉

The club is known for its passionate supporters and has a rich history in Scottish football.

Aberdeen FC has fierce rivalries, especially with their neighbor, Dundee United! ⚔

️ This match is called the "Tayside Derby." Aberdeen also has a long-standing rivalry with Celtic FC, one of the biggest clubs in Scotland. When these teams play, the atmosphere is electric, and fans are super excited!

Aberdeen FC was formed when three local clubs united. They quickly became successful, winning their first major trophy, the Scottish Cup, in 1947. 🌟

The club had its golden period in the 1980s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who later coached Manchester United! During this time, they won the Scottish league title a total of 4 times.

Aberdeen FC has a strong youth academy that helps young players learn and grow. 🧒⚽ The academy has produced many talented players, like former star Jonny Hayes. Young kids at the academy practice hard to hope they can one day play with the big stars at Pittodrie!

Many famous players have played for Aberdeen FC! One of the most famous is Sir Alex Ferguson, who played for the team before managing it. Another legend is Drew Jarvie, who scored many goals for the team in the 1970s. ⚽

More recent stars include Ryan Christie and Scott McKenna, known for their skills on the field!

Aberdeen FC has won many trophies! 🏆

They’ve claimed the Scottish League title 4 times and have won the Scottish Cup 14 times! They also won the famous UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup in 1983, which was a huge achievement for a Scottish club! This win made the club famous around Europe!

Aberdeen FC loves to give back to their community! They hold fun events and activities for local kids and families. 🎈

The club runs football camps, and players often visit schools to inspire children. They also support various charities and help keep the community active and healthy!

The club plays at Pittodrie Stadium, which opened in 1903. The stadium is very special because it was the first to have heated pitch! 🔥

It has lots of facilities, including places for fans to eat and shop for merchandise. The stadium is located right in the city of Aberdeen, making it easy for fans to visit!

Aberdeen FC is managed by a coach who plans the team's strategy. As of October 2023, the manager is Barry Robson, who was a former player for the club! The club is owned by its fans through a trust, which means the supporters get involved in making big decisions for their favorite team! 🎉

The team plays an exciting style of football! ⚡

They are known for pressing high up the pitch and attacking quickly. The players work hard to win the ball back and create scoring opportunities. They focus on teamwork and play passes to get through their opponents’ defense to score goals!