What is AFC 1903 Analysis?
In the close to 20 years since I first departed the North-East, I’ve consumed numerous hours of Dons-related content on podcasts, local news coverage, social media and internet forums. However, I’ve been frustrated in my search for Dons-related written material, beyond the scope of the P&J, the club website and 140 character limits. Especially, in comparison to the level of analysis that is afforded clubs outside of Scotland.
AFC 1903 Analysis is an attempt to fill some of that void. If I was seeking this out, I’ve wagered others might too.
What Can I Expect?
This newsletter focuses on the on tactical analysis of Aberdeen FC with the addition of data to provide an objective option as much as possible.
I typically send out two emails per week.
The Dons Debrief is a recap of the weekend’s game usually focusing on three to four tactical aspects. You can see an examples in the Game Recaps section.
Game previews look at the upcoming opposition and assess how the Dons will approach the match. Those are usually sent on a Friday or Saturday morning. See an example here.
Who am I?
A born and raised teuchter, I currently reside on the East Coast of the USA. My first Dons match was at Pittodrie in December 1990 against Motherwell. A 1-1 draw.
I’ve a particular fondness for Jamie Smith having been in the RDS for his last-minute winner against Rangers, and present for that wonderful night against Copenhagen.
Eoin Jess, was, is, and forever will be, my hero.
For a brief period of twenty minutes or so, at Hampden in May 2000, I did actually think we maybe could win the Cup with Robbie Winters in goal.
Neil Simpson once called me ‘Ceefax’ at an SFA Goalgetters Camp
My favourite film production of all-time is Team of the Decade.
Many years ago I graduated with a BSc in Science and Football, and I’ve been writing on and off about football for a number of years and in 2023 I published my first book, on the early days of the European Cup. The first season of which, of course, should have featured the Dons.
If you stumbled on the website or one of my articles, thanks for visiting. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch. All feedback, good or bad, is welcome.
Stand Free,
GHM
