The travelling Red Army have been crowned the best away support in Scotland.

In a nationwide poll organised by the Scottish Football Supporters Association, the Dons fans received more votes than any other club.

They have been praised for travelling in force despite the fact Aberdeen’s games are regularly moved and played at unsociable times to allow them to be screened live on television.

Gordon Duncan, spokesman for AFC fans group Dons Supporters Together, is pleased their efforts have been recognised.

Duncan said: “It’s not news that AFC has a magnificent travelling support but it is great to see it being recognised with this national award.

“The challenges facing travelling fans can be considerable given the geography, the frequency with which fixtures are moved for TV coverage and the relatively poor public transport links. This makes the award all the more impressive.”