For the first two seasons of Brendan Rodgers' all-conquering Celtic reign it was Aberdeen who pushed them closest both in the Premiership and cup competitions.
And that is why it was galling for followers of the Dons to watch the Irishman lead his side to 12 wins out of 13 – with a perfect record at Pittodrie. Seriously, Celtic were never better than during multiple thrilling wins against a Derek McInnes side who proved better than the rest but not a match for Celtic.
And Rodgers will hope is knack for big wins in the North East remains upon his second act. Celtic defeated Ross County and Aberdeen drew with Livingston, however, this feels like a signature fixture which form guides often offer little in helping to predict a result.
Barry Robson is dreaming big and a dominant win over Rangers at the end of last season will act as a template on how he wants his Aberdeen side to play on home turf in the biggest moments.
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Brendan Rodgers last took his Celtic side to Aberdeen in late 2018.
The Hoops were thriving under the Irishman during his first spell and competed in absolute classic on Boxing Day with Derek McInnes' men. 4-3 was the eventual final score to the Scottish champions with Scott Sinclair making an impact with a hat-trick and Oddsone Edouard scoring a delightful chip. The Dons saw Stevie May, Sam Cosgrove and Lewis Ferguson all score but walked away empty handed.
And Rodgers last starting eleven at Pittodrie shows the difference in squads from then until now, with the likes of Emilio Izaguirre and Scott Brown in the squad. The only remaining three from Rodgers' team that day
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