Jamie McGrath credits Aberdeen’s refusal to rage as key to stunning Celtic

Jamie McGrath insists a refusal to rage is firing Aberdeen’s flying form.

The Republic of Ireland international is savouring the storming run at Pittodrie and playing a key role in the squad’s ascent. McGrath’s jaw-dropping pass at Celtic Park to set sub Ester Sokler away to strike the goal which sparked the Dons fightback in Glasgow typified a terrific start to the term.

The 28-year-old has shone for new boss Jimmy Thelin with his display against the champions marking him out as man of the match with many fans. McGrath’s composure in the middle of the park is matched by the Swede’s cool authority in the technical area and dressing room. Never was the ability for all to stay calm in the heat of problematic times more evident than in Glasgow’s East End. Thelin’s measured response to falling 2-0 down at the interval and tactical changes brought about the fabulous revival.

But McGrath believes there was also a unity and togetherness on the park which made it all possible. Instead of bickering and snipining amongst themselves in the face of severe adversity, the Dons simply galvanised and got stronger.

McGrath noted that critical outlook as he explained: “When you go two down, you could start arguing with yourselves, but I never felt us get into that situation.

“We remained calm, the gaffer settled us down at half-time, tweaked a few things and we showed great character. I thought the character of the team was unbelievable because that’s the first time we’ve faced being a goal or two down.

“On another time, I have been part of teams where it would have become a third or a fourth, but I never felt that. We had to weather the storm at times but you will alway have that at Celtic Park.

“Staying in the game is the big thing