St. Mirren 0-1 Aberdeen: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes' post-match review of St. Mirren 0-1 Aberdeen in the Premiership on Saturday, 18 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a nail-biter at the SMiSA Stadium, wasn't it? St. Mirren, coming off a couple of losses, were hoping to turn things around at home, but Aberdeen had other plans. The Dons nicked a late winner in the 90th minute, sealing a 1-0 victory that keeps their recent form ticking over nicely. It's a result that might surprise some, given St. Mirren's solid start to the season, but Aberdeen's resilience paid off. This loss snaps St. Mirren's run of two wins and a draw, while Aberdeen continue their upward trajectory after a couple of setbacks.

St. Mirren had their chances, but it just wasn't their day. The home side's recent form had been a bit of a rollercoaster, with two losses followed by two wins and a draw, and this defeat will sting. Aberdeen, on the other hand, have now won back-to-back games after a couple of losses, showing they're not to be underestimated. The late goal from Aberdeen was a gut punch for St. Mirren, who will need to regroup quickly if they want to climb back up the table.

Looking at the stats, it's clear that the game was a close affair. St. Mirren had 48% possession compared to Aberdeen's 52%, suggesting a fairly even battle for control. What's interesting is that St. Mirren managed more corners (5 to Aberdeen's 2) and had a higher successful dribble percentage (80% to Aberdeen's 50%), yet they couldn't convert those opportunities into goals. Aberdeen, despite having fewer corners, managed to make their possession count with that crucial late goal. The higher number of yellow and red cards for St. Mirren (2 yellows and 1 red) compared to Aberdeen's 4 yellows might indicate a bit of frustration creeping in as the game wore on.

The key moment of the match came in the 90th minute when Aberdeen scored the only goal of the game. It was a heartbreaker for St. Mirren, who had fought hard throughout the match but couldn't hold on for a draw. That late strike from Aberdeen was the difference, showing their ability to stay composed and capitalise on a rare opportunity. For St. Mirren, it was a case of so close yet so far, as they were unable to find the back of the net despite their efforts.

Unfortunately, there's no specific data on key moments for St. Mirren, but we know they had their chances. The game was tight, and both teams had their moments, but it was Aberdeen who made the most of theirs. That late goal was a testament to their persistence and ability to stay focused until the final whistle.

St. Mirren lined up in a 3-5-2 formation, with Shamal George in goal and a back three of Grant Leadbitter, Alex Gogic, and Miguel Freckleton. The midfield was packed with Jayden Richardson, Killian Phillips, K. Baccus, Mark O'Hara, and Declan John, while Dan N'Lundulu and Mikael Mandron led the line up front. No real surprises in the lineup, but the team made four substitutions during the match, suggesting they were trying to find a spark. Despite their efforts, it was a tough day at the office for St. Mirren, who couldn't find the breakthrough they needed.

Aberdeen opted for a 3-4-3 formation, with Dimitar Mitov between the sticks and a back three of Nicky Devlin, Jack Milne, and Mats Knoester. The midfield was anchored by Alexander Jensen, Stuart Armstrong, Graeme Shinnie, and Gavin Molloy, while Adil Aouchiche, Kevin Nisbet, and Jesper Karlsson led the attack. The team made five substitutions, showing they were willing to adapt and find the winning formula. It paid off, as they managed to secure the victory with a late goal, highlighting the impact of their tactical changes and the performance of their players.

K. Baccus takes home the Ladbrokes' Man of the Match award, and it's well-deserved. Despite not scoring or assisting, Baccus created one big chance and made one key pass, showing his influence on the game. His ability to create opportunities for his teammates was crucial, even if the final result didn't go St. Mirren's way. Baccus's performance was a bright spot in an otherwise tough day for the home side.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Aberdeen (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Kilmarnock (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Dundee (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Falkirk (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Hibernian (A)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs St. Mirren (A)
• Win: 4-0 vs Dundee (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Motherwell (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Dundee United (A)

Sitting in 7th place with 9 points, St. Mirren will need to bounce back quickly as they face Dundee United, who are in 5th with 10 points, on October 25, 2025 at 15:00. This result might push them to be more aggressive in their approach, especially at home, as they look to climb the table and regain their winning form.

Aberdeen, now in 10th place with 7 points, will take on AEK Athens in the Europa Conference League on October 23, 2025 at 17:45. This win could give them a boost of confidence as they prepare for this challenging fixture. They'll need to maintain their focus and resilience if they want to continue their upward trajectory in the league.

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