ABERDEEN fans are planning to applaud the 12th minute of their Premiership clash with Rangers on Sunday to mark the year the Ibrox club was liquidated.

The two sides will face off for the first time in four years at Pittodrie with only goal difference separating them in the table.

Posters have been put up around the city and on social media encouraging Dons fans to commemorate the 2012 'passing of the club formerly known as Rangers' with a 12th-minute ovation.

Aberdeen will host their visitors for the first time according to the poster, which is titled 'RIP Rangers 1872-2012.'

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Dog handlers and mounted officers are expected to police Sunday's clash as tensions build ahead of the game.

Chief Superintendent Campbell Thomson warned: "My warning is clear – any form of anti-social behaviour whether it involves sectarianism, violence or disorder is completely unnecessary, completely unwanted and will not be tolerated.

“If you are intent on causing trouble whether it be within the stadium, in your city or town, your local pub, your home or even online, you will be caught.

“Don’t think because you haven’t been caught at the time you’ve got away with it – retrospective enquiries will also be carried out to identify those responsible for any crimes committed.”

An Aberdeen spokesman commented: “People will obviously be excited as they are passionate about football and it is up to us to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the matchday experience.

“We are sure they will and we look forward to Rangers return to Pittodrie, and anticipate a great day.”