'Rollercoaster sums up Nisbet's time at Pittodrie'
Forget the new series of Race Across The World, the race for third in the Scottish Premiership should really have the TV companies talking.High-flying Hibs were put in their place by Jimmy Thelin's Aberdeen as we went level on points with the Edinburgh side. Now three points separate three teams. The game was a 'must win' for ourselves. You could sense the anticipation and atmosphere as you walked down Merkland Road and through the turnstiles. Despite their unbeaten run, I was surprised Hibs played the way they did. A negative approach to look for a point. We were more adventurous albeit again guilty of overcomplicating things in the final third.Like the early months of this rollercoaster season, Thelin's tactical nous and use of the bench came to the rescue with those being called upon having far more effect and directness.Rollercoaster also perfectly sums up Kevin Nisbet's time at Pittodrie. Missing gilt-edged chances then producing a moment of magic that those listening to Open All Mics will have heard how wild it sent Willie Miller.Those inside Pittodrie went equally as wild. Credit the defence who held firm for another clean sheet.Five more cup finals to go. We keep believing.Glen Schreuder can be found at Red Tinted Glasses, external
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