It would be one of the biggest shocks in League Cup history if Aberdeen were not to extend their 10-game winning run since Jimmy Thelin took charge at the start of the season. People will point to the Dons' dismal Scottish Cup exit at the hands of Darvel - a side from Scotland sixth tier - in early 2023.

First-half goals from Pape Habib Gueye and Kevin Nisbet gave the Dons a strong footing as they faced League Two side The Spartans, with Leighton Clarkson and Ester Sokler also finding the net in a dominant display at Pittodrie.

The on-form Dons booked their spot in the last four of the Premier Sports Cup with a convincing 4-0 win over Spartans

There are no shortage of eye-catching statistics which serve to illustrate the seismic impact Jimmy Thelin has had on Aberdeen since taking charge this summer.