Aberdeen FC vs Ross County FC, Premier League 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Aberdeen FC vs Ross County FC — Premier League at Pittodrie Stadium.
- Aberdeen FC 2 games · 3 pts (2026/27)
- Ross County FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Douglas Ross
- Referee Euan Anderson
- Referee Gavin Duncan
- Referee Gary Hilland
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | St. Mirren FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Motherwell FC | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers FC | 2 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk FC | 2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United FC | 2 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Feb | Ross County FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 16 Feb | Celtic FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 11 Feb | Hamilton Academical FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 05 Feb | St. Johnstone FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 01 Feb | Rangers FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Jan | St. Mirren FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Feb | Aberdeen FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 15 Feb | St. Johnstone FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 12 Feb | Hibernian FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 05 Feb | Livingston FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 01 Feb | Kilmarnock FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 29 Jan | Rangers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
Key Stats
47%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (19 games)
H2H (19 games)
53%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Aberdeen FC this season
Aberdeen FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Aberdeen FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
–/1
61-75
–/–
76+
2/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. Aberdeen FC is hosting Ross County FC for another epic battle.
- 5' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 10' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Richard Foster made 252 appearances and scored 0 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 15' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Aberdeen FC and Ross County FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 18' Dean Campbell is having his name booked by the referee on 18.
- 21' Poor challenge from Callum Morris. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 26' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 28' A goal from the England international Curtis Main! He fires home on 28 to make it 1-0!
- 32' Dean Campbell was booked on 32.
- 37' It looks like no one’s ball. Aberdeen FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 42' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 43' Billy McKay makes no mistake. The score reads 1-1 and Ross County FC are in front.
- 48' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Aberdeen FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 53' Aberdeen FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Ross County FC backline.
- 58' Ross County FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 59' It is a substitution in Aberdeen FC team. Connor McLennan is replaced by Matt Kennedy on 59 minute.
- 64' A quiet spell here at Pittodrie Stadium. Aberdeen FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 69' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 71' Ross County FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Blair Spittal is hanging Harry Paton on the field on 71 minute.
- 76' A tactical swap from Aberdeen FC — Ryan Hedges on, Niall McGinn off on 76 minutes.
- 81' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 82' The whistle greets Lee Erwin as he departs to be replaced by Oliver Shaw.
- 83' Dylan McGeouch is ready to make an impact after coming on for Sam Cosgrove at the 83 minute mark.
- 88' A stunning finish from Billy McKay — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 89' Time for substitution for Ross County FC. Billy McKay is replaced by Ross Draper.
- Both sets of fans can go home satisfied — a 1-2 draw is a fair result on the day.
Lineups
Aberdeen FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 14
- 1
- 4
- 2
- 5
-
10
Niall McGinn ↓ Ryan Hedges 76'
- 24
-
16
Sam Cosgrove ↓ Dylan McGeouch 83'
- 19
-
18
Connor McLennan ↓ Matt Kennedy 59'
- 9
Bench
-
17
Dylan McGeouch ↑ 83'
-
11
Ryan Hedges ↑ 76'
- 6
- 25
- 20
-
23
Matt Kennedy ↑ 59'
- 8
Coach
Derek McInnes
Ross County FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
- 1
-
8
Lee Erwin ↓ Oliver Shaw 82'
- 2
- 4
- 14
- 5
- 26
- 11
-
24
Harry Paton ↓ Blair Spittal 71'
-
9
Billy McKay ↓ Ross Draper 89'
Bench
- 21
- 22
-
19
Oliver Shaw ↑ 82'
- 15
- 3
-
6
Ross Draper ↑ 89'
-
20
Blair Spittal ↑ 71'
Coach
Stuart Kettlewell
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Jamie McGrath | 5 |
| Bojan Miovski | 4 |
| Curtis Main | 3 |
| Billy McKay | 2 |
| Duk | 2 |
| Lewis Ferguson | 2 |
| Simon Murray | 2 |
| Ryan Hedges | 2 |
Head to Head
Aberdeen FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.57
Aberdeen FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.15
Ross County FC xG
I would bet for:
Aberdeen FC or Ross County FC 72%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Ross County FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.72
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 76% |
|
24% |
| ± 2.5 | 51% |
|
49% |
| ± 3.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
| ± 4.5 | 15% |
|
85% |
Double Chance
Aberdeen FC or Draw
72%
Draw or Ross County FC
56%
Aberdeen FC or Ross County FC
72%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.8%
1 – 0
9.4%
2 – 1
9%
0 – 0
8.5%
2 – 0
7.9%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
6.6%
2 – 2
5.2%
3 – 1
4.7%
0 – 2
4.3%
3 – 0
4.1%
3 – 2
2.8%
Asian Handicap — Aberdeen FC
| Handicap | Aberdeen FC covers | Push | Ross County FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 14% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 22% | 55% |
| -0.5 | 45% | — | 55% |
| +0.5 | 73% | — | 27% |
| +1 | 73% | 16% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 8% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
Aberdeen FC keeps clean sheet
32%
✓
Ross County FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.