Anderson: Roberts’ tackle a bit naughty
COLE ANDERSON branded Jordan Roberts’ challenge that prematurely ended his Scottish Cup dream “a naughty one”.
The Formartine youngster limped off in the first half after a reckless challenge from the Motherwell player.
The midfielder is the son of Formartine coach and Aberdeen legend Russell Anderson.
Anderson said: “It’s fine. The physio wrapped it up but it was a naughty one. It was just above my ankle and he left a bit of a bruise on me.
“We felt if we could have ridden it out until half-time, they were starting to get on each other’s backs. It’s just frustrating we couldn’t hold out until then.
“But once the goal went in, their fitness, quality and sharpness of full-time football showed.”
Anderson was delighted to get the chance against a side from the Premiership in the 5-0 defeat. He said: “Playing at a high level was a good test and I enjoyed it.
“I didn’t really know I was playing until Paul [Lawson] announced the team and I only had an hour to get my head round it.
“I enjoyed it but I was nervous. I didn’t expect to play because the boys did so well in the last round and I thought he’d go with the same team.”
Anderson’s brother Jevan is at Burton Albion but the 18-year-old has decided to go down the academic route.
He added: “I’m doing law at Aberdeen University and I am enjoying it. It’s my first year so it’s going well although I enjoy football a lot more.
“A test like that was good to see where I am and gauge how far I am away from fulltime football. If the opportunity came along I’d have to weigh up the pros and cons.
“It’s something every boy wants to do isn’t it, go into full-time football?”