Aberdeen FC

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Severin stands by Dons

17 Aug 2007 - 14:09:04

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Aberdeen captain Scott Severin has called on the club's supporters to stick by him and his team-mates, despite the Reds taking just one point from their opening two league games.

A 1-0 loss to Dundee United and a 1-1 draw with Hearts have brought concern from some Dons fans, but Severin has called for calm.

He told the Press & Journal: "It's very disappointing to have picked up just one point so far, but there is no need to be concerned at our start.

"Failing to get my first win as captain so far has been frustrating. It is always at the back of my mind that maybe I'm a jinx or just unlucky.

"But that win will come soon. Beating the champions on Sunday would be a fantastic first victory.

"Celtic will be tough opponents but we have shown in recent seasons that we are more than capable of taking on the Old Firm and beating them.

"Every player in our squad is very confident in his own ability and each one of us is focused on gaining all three points on Sunday."