Friday Feb 22 2008 10:35
Aberdeen manager Jimmy Calderwood claimed Thursday's 5-1 UEFA Cup mauling at the hands of Bayern Munich had been no disgrace.
The Dons exited Europe at the last 32 stage after goals from Lucio, Daniel van Buyten, Mark van Bommel and Lukas Podolski (2) sealed a 7-3 aggregate success for the pre-tournament favourites.
Steve Lovell grabbed a late consolation for the out-classed visitors at the Allianz Arena.
"It was a bit harsh," said Calderwood. "I felt sorry for us and the fans because we did not deserve that.
"They were fantastic, but the Bayern fans were good too and it was a really wonderful occasion with two wonderful sets of fans.
"I was also disappointed with the way we started the game, but credit to Bayern who really squeezed us back.
"It has been a wonderful adventure in Europe and for it to end in this stadium against Bayern is absolutely no disgrace."
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