Jim Goodwin: Dundee Utd manager 'hit on head' by coin in Aberdeen defeat
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Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin says he was hit on the head by a coin
Jim Goodwin has said he was struck by a coin during Dundee United's defeat by his former club Aberdeen.
As well as coins, Goodwin said food and drink were also thrown during his first game in charge of the Tannadice club.
Police Scotland are speaking to both clubs and reviewing CCTV footage.
"You're standing on the touchline trying to do our job and at the same time you're trying to dodge all these coins that are coming raining down on top of you," he said.
"It was extremely disappointing."
Goodwin left Aberdeen on 28 January in the wake of a 6-0 defeat by Hibernian and he was appointed by United on Wednesday.
"I wasn't expecting a warm reception," said Goodwin. "When you get sacked from a club, the finger of blame is always at the manager and then the fans aren't slow in letting you know that.
"I done my best at Aberdeen, I gave my all in every day that I was in there. I was as desperate as they were for success. Unfortunately, it didn't work out.
"I'm not sure that me not being a good enough manager for them at the time warrants coins being thrown at me. One of them hit me on the top of my head. I had a pie chucked at me at half-time and a cup of juice.
"It's extremely disappointing and it's disappointing for Aberdeen as a football club because it's a fantastic football club, very well supported. The travelling support for Aberdeen are incredible and unfortunately there's always that minority, that small few of idiots, really, who go and drag the rest of the club down with them. It'll be dealt with no doubt."
A Police Scotland spokesperson told BBC Scotland: "Officers are aware of media reporting around objects being thrown onto the pitch at Tannadice Park, during a match on the evening of Saturday, 4 March, 2023.
"Whilst no reports have been made to Police Scotland, we are engaging with the clubs involved to establish the circumstances. Enquiries are ongoing which will include a review of CCTV footage."
'They have let the club and themselves down'
Aberdeen said in a statement on Sunday evening: "The travelling support at Tannadice on Saturday night was impressive in both numbers and voice. Our away form has been disappointing this season, so it was an incredible turnout from Dons fans and everyone at the club is hugely appreciative of the continued support and huge backing.
"Regrettably, a handful of those have impacted the reputation of that amazing support. They have let the club and themselves down.
"Numerous pyrotechnic devises were ignited and thrown on to the pitch - with one narrowly missing Ryan Duncan. It's been reported that several objects were also thrown in the direction of Jim Goodwin.
"Enquiries have begun and we are working together with Dundee United FC and Police Scotland. If and when the culprits are identified, they will be dealt with by both the club and the authorities.
"Our plea to this minority is to continue to give the team the fantastic support that we are known for but do that in a safe and respectful manner that doesn't endanger either the health or safety of any player, staff or your fellow supporters."
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