Back in the good, old days for Dundee United there was an extra-special Hampden moment for Callum Morris.
It was the time when he climbed highest inside the Aberdeen penalty box to head Gary Mackay-Steven’s corner into the net with an hour showing on the clock at the national stadium.
That goal brought the Tangerines level with the Dons in their League Cup semi-final, after Donervon Daniels had opened the scoring for the Pittodrie men early in the second half.
Nadir Ciftci’s flick with just six minutes remaining put the Tannadice men through to the final, where they would lose 2-0 to Celtic.
That win against Aberdeen on January 31, 2015 could be viewed as the last time there was a genuine feelgood factor running through the club.
The double sale of Stuart Armstrong and the aforementioned Mackay-Steven to the Hoops followed just two days later and it has been downhill for United since then, hitting rock-bottom with their current relegation plight.
For Morris, though, it remains a marvellous memory and one he will always recollect with pride and joy.
While recognising that the United players find themselves in a whole different ball-game going into Saturday’s William Hill Scottish Cup semi-final against Hibs compared to the highs of 15 months ago, he is looking forward to enjoying semi-final happiness once again.
“That was a brilliant day,” recalled Morris.
“The situation then was completely different to the one we are in this season.
“Still, it was another big game against another big team.
“It was a great occasion and brilliant to score right in front of our fans.
“It was nice to celebrate with the supporters and then know at the end that we had taken them to another cup final.
“Getting a goal was great and I would love to pinch another one this time.
“We are looking to repeat that this Saturday 100% that’s the case.
“If we can get back to another final that will be three in quick succession for the club.
“I think it is about time we lifted a trophy and that’s our aim.
“That final against Celtic was my first and only one so far so I would like to go that one step further and pick up a cup.
“I had about 50 people up from Newcastle for that final they put a bus on and everything and I am sure if we get through again then they will be back at Hampden.”
However, United and off-form Hibs, for that matter have to somehow put their league woes to one side for this clash.
Will that even be possible?
Morris believes they have no option but to do so, saying: “I think we have to.
“It’s a completely separate issue.
“What’s done is done now.
“Last week is in the past, although there is a lot to learn from it and we will look at that this week.
“The focus is, though, on the semi-final and the chance we have to get to another cup final.
“We will go into Saturday’s match knowing there is a lot at stake but it’s 11 versus 11 and we are playing a team who are struggling for form as well.
“It is probably a nice break from the league for both teams.
“They can be dangerous and have good attackers, for example Jason Cummings.
“However, you want to play against good players and it is a big expansive pitch.
“You want to test yourself as a player and I’m looking forward to it.”
Morris loved looking at the happy faces among the United fans after the win over Aberdeen and he would love to give those who travel the road and the miles from Dundee something to smile about.
“I think it has been tough for everyone, players and fans alike,” he added.
“Saturday gives us a chance to give something back to the supporters.
“There will be big travelling supports from both sides and there should be a good atmosphere.
“If we can get to another final and give the fans a day out to enjoy then that will be great.
“They have been there for us all season and have followed us to away games, for example the recent ones against Partick and St Johnstone.
“We are really grateful for that support and I feel the fans will be looking for us to show them what we are capable of doing.
“They know what we are capable of doing but we have to perform on the day.”