Jamie McGrath has hailed Bojan Miovski’s impactful return to the frontline as a “breath of fresh air” for Aberdeen.
North Macedonia striker Miovski made his first start of the season in Monday night’s Premiership opener as Jimmy Thelin’s side followed up four League Cup wins with a 2-1 victory at St Johnstone.
The 25-year-old hit the bar from distance and was a major threat in the first half especially despite having played just 45 minutes in the group stage amid speculation over his future.
“He could have looked like he wasn’t match sharp but that wasn’t the case,” said midfielder McGrath, who scored the Dons’ second.
“He nearly stuck one in the top bin from 30 yards. He was a breath of fresh air to get back into the team and he gives us that point to link up.
“You know when he has the ball he rarely gives it away. As a midfielder, that’s the dream. He is only going to get sharper going into the season and long may that continue.”
Having emerged as the match-winner in Perth, McGrath is now looking to kick off their home league campaign with a win against former club St Mirren on Sunday.
The Dons won just seven of 19 home matches in the Premiership last season.
“Our home form wasn’t good enough,” the Republic of Ireland international said.
“So far we have won all our home games and had a good feeling. The home fans will be behind us and that will be important going into a really tough game against St Mirren, who are flying. It is good to see them doing well in Europe.”
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