Annan Athletic 0, Dundee 5, Galabank, League Cup, 14th July 2026

Dundee 

Dundee 4, Airdrieonians 2, Dens Park, League Cup, 11th July 26

Dundee started with three new signing making their debut. Owen Bevan and Idris Odutay started in defence, with Ryan Finnigan in central midfield. Joe Bevan also had his first start after signing in the January transfer window.

The game got off to a poor start with Dundee struggling and it was no surprize when Airdrionians took the lead on 11 minutes, A header from Taylor hit the post and the ball bounced off Harry Sharp’s back and over the line.

Dundee hit back but it took 10 minutes when Drey Wright and Ethan Hamilton both forced saves with fierce shots.

But on 31 minutes Dundee drew level with a great goal from Charlie Reilly with a curling shot into the top corner. Dundee seemed much better and push forward to attack.

Ryan Finnigan went desperately close with a low 18 yards shot as the Dee pile on the pressure.

But in injury time the visitors took the lead when Ex-Dee Sam Fisher took a free kick lobbed the ball home frome the half-way line with Harry Sharp in nomans land. 

Second half and Dundee levelled inside 2 minutes when Ethan Hamilton hammered a magnificent shot into the top corner from 25 yards.

Simon Murray came on for Callum Jones with Charlie Reilly moving to the left.

Joe Bevan had two shots which went close as Dundee went to kill the game off. But minutes later a good pass from Hay and Joe Bevan scored with a fine finish to make it 3-2.

Soon after and it was 4-2 when Ash Hay got clear and headed home off the post to make the final score 4-2. 

I missed the game due to a Fa,mily holiday in Prague. Happy that Dundee recovered to secure the win.

Dundee: Sharp, Wright, Astley, Owen Bevan (Donnelly 72), Odutayo, Joe Bevan ,Finnigan (Crombie 84), Hamilton (c), Jones(Simon Murray 62), Reilly (Oosenbrugh 84)), Hay. Unused Subs: O’Hara (gk), Westley, Bland.

Referee: Duncan Nicolson

Att: 1,807

New Signing For The Dark Blues

Dundee have signed midfielder Zan Besir on a two-year-deal with the option of a third year, subject to the relevant international clearance and obtaining the necessary visa.

Besir joined up with the squad in Hungary, training with his new teammates for the second half of the week.

The Slovenian most recently played for ND Primorje, leaving the Slovenian Second League club at the end of his contract in June. The versatile midfielder is also a former Slovenia U21 international.

Dundee have signed of defender Owen Bevan on a two-year contract, with the Club holding the option to extend the deal by a further year, subject to Scottish FA clearance and international approval.

The talented central defender has been at the club throughout preseason as a trialist, and becomes the latest addition to Steven Pressley’s squad as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season.

Still only in the early stages of his career, Bevan is a commanding and composed centre-back who has earned a reputation as one of the brightest young defensive talents to emerge from the English game. Comfortable in possession, strong in the air and intelligent in his positioning, he brings qualities that fit the style of football Dundee is looking to play.

Dundee has followed Owen for the last year and made their move. The Club would also like to thank AFC Bournemouth for their support in making this happen.

Dundee have signed winger Alan Forrest on a two-year deal, with an option for a third year. The winger most recently played for Heart of Midlothian, leaving upon the expiration of his contract last month.

29-year-old Forrest has also played for Livingston and Ayr United, where he came through the academy and was the club’s youngest goalscoring after coming off the bench for his debut and finding the net in a Challenge Cup match against Queen’s Park.

A good signing as other clubs were after from Scotland and England.

Next Up For Dundee.................And More News

In their final Pre-Season game in Hungary Dundee lost 2-1 to Maccabi Haifa. It was 2-0 at half-time, but Dundee pulled a goal back on 59 minutes. Waiting on more details about the game. 

Next up is a visit to Glebe Park Brechin on Wednesday, before the League Cup game at Dens next Saturday against Airdrieonians.

Dundee drew 1-1 with Brechin City with Joe Bevan getting Dundee's goal. That was the half-time score as well. A mixed side was used again which is good for the squad. 

Busy Time at Dens.........

Dundee has confirmed that Luke Graham has left the club to join Stoke City for an undisclosed, club record fee.

A product of the Dundee FC Academy, Graham had loan spells at Lochee United, Albion Rovers, Montrose and Falkirk before making his first team debut in July 2024 against Annan Athletic. His first league start came a matter of weeks later, in a 2-2 draw at Tannadice.

Graham returned to Falkirk on loan in February 2025 until the end of the 2024/25 season. The 2025/26 campaign was a real breakthrough for the 22-year-old, playing in 40 games across all competitions and winning the Young Player and Players’ Player of the Year awards.

His fine form for Dundee saw Graham rewarded with Scotland U21 selection, becoming a regular in the heart of the defence for their 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification campaign. In May, he was included in Scotland’s pre-camp training squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was selected on the bench for the friendly against Curacao.

All the best Luke in your future career and thanks for your time at Dens.

Dundee beat Paski 2-1 in their second game with goals from Ashley Hay and Ryan Bland, Again a good mixture of young and old. An trialist goalkeeper played as well. 

Dundee beat Rorogi 1-0 thanks to a Ethan Hamilton goal, a few trialists were used during the game. Another 90 minutes of game time which is a bonus for the club. 

Dundee have confirmed that Billy Koumetio has left the club to join Charlton Athletic for an undisclosed fee.

Joining the club from Liverpool in August 2024, Billy made his debut a day later, coming off the bench in a home league win over Heart of Midlothian.

Koumetio featured in 43 competitive games for Dundee FC, a consistent part of the defence throughout his two seasons as a Dee. His one competitive goal came in the league cup group stages against Bonnyrigg Rose in July 2025.

All the best Billy for your future career, and thanks for your time at Dens.

Dundee will spend a week in Telki which is just outside of Budapest, in Hungary. They will play three games while based at the sports centre.

Dundee lost 2-0 at Livingstone in a friendly match, the team was made up from a good mix of currant first team players and some of  the yo the upgrade to the.first team . The main thing is getting play time into the players as they need this. 

Dundee have signed central midfielder Ryan Finnigan from Blackpool for an undisclosed fee, subject to the relevant international clearance.

A product of Southampton’s academy, the 22-year-old arrives after an extensive recruitment process.

Finnigan has been a long-term target for the Dark Blues, with the club having tracked his progress for over a year, attracting considerable interest from clubs in England before opting to make the move to Dens Park.

Dundee have signed defender Idris Odutayo, subject to international clearance. Odutayo left Bromley FC upon the expiry of his contract and had several options but has chosen to become the Dark Blues’ first signing of the season.

The defender, who is comfortable at centre back and left back, played 50 games for Bromley last season as they secured promotion to EFL League One in England.

The 23-year-old came through the ranks in Fulham’s academy before joining Maidenhead United on loan for the 2022/23 season. In February 2024, Odutayo joined Bromley, starting in the National League play-off final three months later as they secured promotion to the Football League for the first time.

Retained Players under contract : Ryan Astley. Billy Koumetio, Aaron Donnelly, Drey Wright, Paul Digby, Emile Acquah, Finlay Robertson, Ashley Hay, Imari Samuels, Kieran O’Hara, Simon Murray, Brad Halliday. Charlie Reilly, Joe Westley, Luke Graham, Joseph Bevan, Callum Jones, Harry Sharp. Ethan Hamilton.

Loan Players Returning to Parent Club : Tony Yogane, Cameron Congreve, Yan Dhanda, Joel Cotterill, Scott Wright. Aldahir Valenzuela.

Players Departing : Jon McCracken, Lewis Montsma, Ethan Ingram, Trevor Carson, 

In Discussions : Clark Robertson

All the best to players leaving the club for their efforts for last season.

Latest From Dens....................

Dundee Football Club are excited to announce that Charlie Reilly has signed a new 1 year deal with the Club, which means Charlie will remain with the Dark Blues until Summer 2027

The deal includes an option to extend the contract by a year. Charlie joined The Dee in June 2023, and has made 34 appearances for the club, picking up a goal and an assist in his 1st start for the club this season.

Another good signing Charlie has looked better this season and my view is it's a big season ahead for the young striker. Also l think he will get more game time. 

Dundee Football Club are delighted to announce that we have triggered the 1-year extension clause in Billy Koumetio’s contract, keeping him at the Club until Summer 2027.

23-year-old Billy joined the Dark Blues in August 2024 from Liverpool, and has impressed greatly in his 40 appearances in defence for the Club.

Great news for the club Billy has shown he fits in well with the team, and main thing is it helps keep most of the squad from this season together as we build for more improvements at the club.

DFC POTY 2026

 

Dundee 3, Aberdeen 2, Dens Park, William Hill Premiership, 17th May 2026

Dundee ended their Season with a fine 3-2 victory over Aberdeen, And doing so finished 8th in the Premier Division.  Which also earned the club an extra £170,000 which is a big bonus.

For the game Dundee made five changes to the starting eleven as the Dark Blues reverted to a 4-3-3 formation after playing 3-5-2 on Tuesday. Drey Wright, Ethan Hamilton, Cameron Congreve, Joe Westley, and Charlie Reilly came in for Brad Halliday, Clark Robertson, Joel Cotterill, Ash Hay, and Scott Wright.

Both teams started okay and it was end to end. Likely Aberdeen having the better chances, but it was Dundee who took the lead on 10 minutes with a fine worked goal. Good play by Hamilton and he found Congreve who's cross was headed down for Drey Wright to score.

A fine worked goal and Dundee looked to build on it after a couple od stoppages for injuries to Aberdeen players. 

Finlay Robertson had a shot well saved by the Aberdeen keeper. But soon after Dundee lost a soft goal when a Cameron corner was headed home by Morrisson and he was not marked. 

This changed the game a wee bit as Aberdeen took more control of the midfield.

Congreve did have a good opening but smashed the ball over the ball, when really should have hit the target. But as half time was close Aberdeen scored again. Another soft looking goal and a easy task for Olusanya who couldn’t miss from a couple of yards out.

That was a blow as the game was even for most the half. But goals count.

Second half and Dundee did attack and went close a couple of times. Just after the hour mark the Dark Blues put together a slick move that opened up Aberdeen and brought the equaliser. Congreve’s smart flick sent Reilly racing past Morrison, the last defender. Suman saved his shot but Joe Westley followed up to scoop the loose ball into the net.

Dundee put on Joe Bevan  for Reilly, and it did help the team go forward with pace. also after 76 minutes Simon Murray, Joel Cotterill and Tony Yogane to replace Joe Westley, Cameron Congreve and Ethan Hamilton.

It made Dundee look more dangerous and it looked likely just one winner in this game. Luke Graham also came on for Imari Samuels. 

But Finally on 90 minutes and from Robertson's corner was headed home by Ryan Astley to gain Dundee a win and clinch 8th position in the league.

Aberdeen looked a well beaten team and it was a great end to the season.

Dundee: O’Hara, Wright, Astley, Koumetio, Samuels (Graham 87), Jones, Hamilton (Cotterill 76), Fin Robertson, Congreve (Yogane 76), Westley (Murray 76), Reilly (Bevan 68). Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Clark Robertson, Hay, Halliday.

Referee: Ross Hardie

Att: 8,279

Ryan Astley Signs New Deal At Dens

Dundee Football Club are delighted to announce that defender Ryan Astley has signed a contract extension with the Club until 2029.

Astley joined Dundee from Everton in January 2024 and has since become a key figure in the Dark Blues’ back line. The Welsh defender will now continue his journey at Dens Park for the long term.

Very happy with as Ryan has been outstanding all season, does his jobs most of the time unnoticed.