Aberdeen sack Robinson after league slump

Robinson departs after eight months with Aberdeen sitting second bottom of the Scottish Premiership following a 4-0 home defeat by Hibernian.

Stephen Robinson's Aberdeen tenure has ended after just eight months in charge. The head coach was sacked following a run of poor form that saw the Dons win just three of their last 12 Premiership matches and drop to second bottom of the table. Saturday's 4-0 home defeat by Hibernian marked their fourth consecutive loss across all competitions, prompting the club to act.

Robinson, 51, arrived at Pittodrie in March from St Mirren on a contract until summer 2029. He initially steadied the ship after taking over during a relegation battle but has struggled this season despite overseeing a major squad overhaul with 15 summer signings. Across 28 games in all competitions, his record stands at 11 wins, five draws and 12 defeats.

Brian Kerr and Stephen Craigan have also departed the club, with Stuart Duff placed in interim charge. Aberdeen travel to Kilmarnock on 21 November before facing Rangers three days later.