Believe and achieve the Thelin rule

JIMMY THELIN has challenged his Aberdeen squad to take the next step and grab a Scottish Cup final place when they take on Hearts at Hampden this afternoon.

- Scott Burns

The Dons have rediscovered their form in the William Hill Premiership and the Pittodrie gaffer has urged his side to seize their opportunity.

The Swede, below, said: "Yes, you have to believe before the game starts and in the game. But of course Hearts are a good team and it's a semi-final.

"You saw some incredible changes inside the games yesterday (Man United against Lyon in the Europa League).

"Incredible moments happened inside these games, and that's why you can never give up.

"That game is nothing about the league table - it's now or never."