Aberdeen Secure Crucial Win Over 10-Man Hibernian

Aberdeen earned a vital Scottish Premiership victory over Hibernian, with Kevin Nisbet scoring a brace to give Stephen Robinson his first win as head coach. The match took a dramatic turn when Grant Hanley was sent off for hauling down Toyosi Olusanya, and Nisbet capitalized on the opportunity by scoring from the penalty spot. He added a second goal with 15 minutes remaining, securing a 2-0 win for the Dons. Aberdeen had been struggling with just one win in their last 16 matches, but this victory provides a much-needed boost in their battle to avoid the relegation play-off spot. Hibs, who were unbeaten in their last five matches, were unable to recover from the setback of Hanley's red card and the subsequent penalty. The win marks a significant turning point for Aberdeen, with Robinson praising his team's performance and Nisbet's clinical finishing. Hibs boss David Gray acknowledged the correct decision on the red card but felt that the timing of the second goal was a sucker punch. The victory gives Aberdeen a morale-boosting clean sheet and a crucial three points in their fight for survival.