McGhee threw on Aluko for Michael Paton early in the second half as the Dons looked to get back into the game.

BBC: Sport - Football - Falkirk 3-1 Aberdeen

Saints' Graeme Smith kept out an early effort by Michael Paton, but Cillian Sheridan tapped home after Jamie Langfield saved Danny Grainger's shot.

BBC: Sport - Football - St Johnstone 1-0 Aberdeen

In the 10th minute, Aberdeen's Michael Paton should have done better with a shot that he blasted over the bar from 12 yards out.

BBC: Hamilton's David Elebert (left) tussles with Sone Aluko