Junior side Darvel pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Scottish Cup history by dumping out Aberdeen in the fourth round, to leave the Premiership side’s manager Jim Goodwin clinging on to his job. Darvel boss Mick Kennedy wanted to take advantage of any Aberdeen fragility and his side certainly did that and now face Falkirk at home in the fifth round. I have been drumming it into the team, they need to believe in themselves and trust each other. It just shows you with our standard that we can step up.”Aberdeen fought back and Darvel were forced into some diligent defending. Darvel remained in their shape and repelled attacks but there was always the possibility of fatigue playing a part.
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