McInnes keen to keep the big matches coming at Pittodrie
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes admits Sunday's visit of Rangers is exactly the sort of big occasion he is determined to keep enjoying at Pittodrie.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes admits Sunday's visit of Rangers is exactly the sort of big occasion he is determined to keep enjoying at Pittodrie.
The Dons go into the game looking to extend a 12-point lead over their opponents in the race to secure the Ladbrokes Premiership runners-up spot.
Aberdeen are looking to claim second place for a third consecutive season, having been denied by Motherwell in the final seconds of the 2013/14 campaign, and also have a William Hill Scottish Cup semi-final against Hibernian to look forward to.
They are also seeking an 11th consecutive home victory and McInnes believes his players will relish the opportunity to claim another important win.
“We always look forward to home games” he said. “This game in particular is eagerly anticipated by the supporters and players alike.
“We see it as an opportunity to go and keep our winning run going and a chance to pick up another three points.
“We are up against a team who have a new manager but they have capable players, players who in bigger games can bring out a bigger performance. We have got to be aware of that.
“They have goal threats, they have players who can handle the ball well but we are at home, we are confident and we are on a good run. We understand the importance of the three points for ourselves.
“All that taken into consideration, a full house expected, at this stage of the season it is important we have big games and this feels like a big game and we look forward to it.”