Aberdeen remain without a permanent manager as they prepare for a Scottish Cup last-16 fixture against Motherwell. According to BBC Sport, the team currently occupies eighth place in the Scottish Premiership. The cup competition represents the final opportunity for the club to secure silverware this season.
Peter Leven is leading the team on an interim basis following the recent departure of Neil Warnock. The club has won only two of its last 10 matches across all competitions. This run of form has left the side 12 points behind the European qualification places in the league table.
Motherwell travel to Pittodrie having defeated Aberdeen 1-0 in their most recent league meeting. Per BBC Sport, Aberdeen have reached the Scottish Cup final only once in the last 24 years. Supporters have expressed frustration with the current league position, making progress in the national cup a priority for the interim coaching staff and the first-team squad.
