Aberdeen Claims Victory Over Hibernian, Giving Robinson His First Win as Head Coach

Aberdeen secured a crucial Scottish Premiership win over 10-man Hibernian, with Kevin Nisbet scoring twice to give Stephen Robinson his first victory as head coach. Nisbet's first goal came from a penalty kick after Grant Hanley was given a red card for pulling down Toyosi Olusanya, and he added a second with 15 minutes remaining to seal a 2-0 win. Aberdeen had been struggling, with only one win in their last 16 matches, but this victory provides a much-needed boost. Hibs, who were unbeaten in their last five matches, were left to rue the early dismissal of Hanley, which changed the course of the game. The win moves Aberdeen away from the relegation zone, while Hibs' hopes of catching Motherwell for fourth place have been dealt a setback. Robinson praised his team's performance, saying they 'stood up today and were counted,' while Hibs boss David Gray felt the decision to send off Hanley was correct, but unfortunate.