Dons gear up for capital cup clash
Aberdeen are determined to take another step closer to winning silverware on Tuesday night when they face Hibernian in the Betfred Cup quarter final at Easter Road.
The Dons suffered a 3-0 defeat to Motherwell at the same stage last year and an identical loss in the last four of the William Hill Scottish Cup.
Boss Derek McInnes is eager to put things right in the knockout competitions.
McInnes said: "Last season - although we reached another semi-final - was the first year in a long time we felt really disappointed with our efforts in the cup, and it's important we take the opportunity that's there in front of us.
"We feel we can keep getting these improved performances from individuals and hopefully when the final comes round we are taking part in that. There is nothing worse than watching two other teams in the final when you're watching from the side.
"It's important you see the bigger picture when you go into these games and realise it's an opportunity for us to make our mark on the club's history by winning a trophy. That's always the way we view it and we do feel we are one of the teams that can go all the way."