Aberdeen star attacked by one of his own fans in Tannadice showdown
Police are appealing for witnesses as SPFL describe seat throwing assault as moronic
Last updated 18th May 2025
An Aberdeen player's been seriously injured by one of his own fans.
Jack MacKenzie was smashed on the head by a ripped out seat after the 2-1 defeat by Dundee United at Tannadice today.
It happened as home fans invaded the pitch after United clinched 4th place in the Premiership.
Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin has slammed the incident. He said: “It’s totally unacceptable. Our player has been hurt. It’s so bad.”
United boss Jim Goodwin was the victim of attacks by Aberdeen dans in the earlier meeting this season and says the authorities have to take action.
Officers are appealing for anyone who saw what happened or has mobile phone footage of the incident to contact police.
A mindless act causing injury
Match Commander, Superintendent Ray Birnie, said: “This was a mindless act which has seriously injured the player resulting in him needing medical treatment.
“This type of behaviour will not be tolerated, and I’d appeal to all fans to help us trace the person responsible.
“If you were in the Fair Play stand and witnessed what happened, please do the right thing and come forward. I’d also urge anyone who has mobile phone footage to review it and bring anything of importance to our attention.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 0965 of 17 May, 2025.
An SPFL spokesperson said: “It’s enormously disappointing and frustrating that one of the most exciting games in the season has been marred by such moronic behaviour.
“We await the match delegate report but will work closely with both clubs and Police Scotland to help identify the perpetrator and fully expect that appropriately severe footballing and judicial sanctions will be imposed.”