Dundee 2, Aberdeen 0, Dens Park, William Hill Premiership, 08-August-26

Dundee were unchanged following their narrow defeat at Celtic Park on Monday night. 

Abedeen had the ball for the first few minutes, but after that Dundee took control in an attacking sence they were great. Joe Bevan broke clear but his shot was wide of the post. 

In the ninth minute Dundee took the lead with a goal of classy simplicity. Charlie Reilly carried the ball across from the left and his pass gave Joe Bevan the chance to run at his full back on the right. Instead Bevan checked back and flighted a perfect cross with his left foot for Joe Westley to run in and score with a precise glancing volley inside the far post.

Dundee had three efforts on goal and really should have been 2-0 up. Dons keeper pulled off a good save from Bevan, Murray missed one and Reilly had a shot just over the bar.

Aberdeen hit the bar from a header, but a minute late Bevan got to the byeline but his cross shot went wide, maybe should have set up Westley with a simple tap in. 

Second half and Dundee continued to be on top. Reilly put in a good deep cross that Drey Wright met on the volley beyond the far post, but a desperate defensive block turned the ball out for a corner.

Finally, in the 56th minute Dundee scored the second goal they richly deserved to give themselves a cushion. Reilly chipped over a cross from the left. It flicked off Lewis Mayo’s head into the path of Joe Bevan, who took a touch before rifling a left foot shot past Müller from 15 yards. It was a beautiful finish.

Fin Robertson and Ash Hay came on for Charlie Reilly and Simon Murray, who had both made hugely important contributions. The changes helped Dundee to keep playing the high tempo game that was winning the game for the Dee.

After this Aberdeen hit the bar again, but Dundee should have at least twice with Muller saving well from Hay and Bevan.

Alan Forrest came on for Joe Bevan and the substitutes’ fresh legs set up two dangerous Dee breaks, one of which should have brought the third goal. Robertson sent over a perfect cross for Hay, whose header was too close to Müller who saved well. The next break ground to a halt when Forrest couldn’t find a team mate with the final ball.

Dundee seen the time out and deserved the win today. The defence were solid and it was good to see this happening early weeks into the season.

Next week is a rematch betwwen the clubs at Pittodrie in the 1/4 Final of the League Cup.

Dundee: Goodman, Wright, Astley, Owen Bevan, Odutayo, Finnigan (Besir 81), Hamilton, Joee Bevan (Forrest 77), Westley (Halliday 81),  Reilly (Robertson 65), Murray (c) (Hay 65), Unused Substitutes: O’Hara (gk), Oosenbrugh, Crombie, Bland.

Referee: Calum Scott

Att: 8,204.

Celtic 1, Dundee 0, Parkhead, William Hill Premiership, 03-August-26

Dundee made  four changes from the eleven who started the win against Clyde. Owen Goodman made his debut in goal, replacing Kieran O’Hara. Owen Bevan, Idris Odutayo and Joe Westley came in for Aaron Donnelly, Brad Halliday and Zan Besir.

Dundee started well and kept Celtic at bay, Dundee's first real chance came in 13 minutes when a long Astley's throw in found Murray who set up Charlie Reilly but his shot from 12 yards just went wide of the post.

The home supporters were getting frustrated by Celtic’s slow build-ups and the lack of penetration from their wide areas. From a Dee perspective full backs Drey Wright and Idris Odutayo deserve credit for the way they handled their direct opponents.

The last chance of the half fell to Celtic, but Owen Goodman made a great save to deny Tierney. 

Not much happened at the start of the second half. but Celtic took the lead on 52 minutes with a well worked goal ,Nygren headed home with a free header 8 yards out. 

Dundee kept at it and attacked Celtic when they could. The home team struggled to trouble Dundee and Goodman only had a couple of real saves to make.

After 80 minutes Alan Forrest and Brad Halliday replaced Joe Bevan and Drey Wright.

In one Dundee mone Ash Hay was really unlucky with a header which was well saved by the Celtic keeper.Soon after Ethan Hamilton put a good effort over the bar,  McGregor hit the post late on but the game ended 1-0 to Celtic.

Dundee played well enough and they went forward and maybe on another day they would have got a draw. 

Dundee: Goodman, Wright (Halliday 80, Astley, Owen Bevan, Odutayo, Finnigan, Hamilton, Joe Bevan (Forrest 80), Westley, Reilly (Robertson 60), Murray (c) (Hay 60). Unused Subs: O’Hara (gk), Besir, Oosenbrugh, Crombie, Bland.

Referee: Matthew MacDermid.

Att: 

Aberdeen Next................

Dundee will play Aberdeen (Away) in the next round of the League Cup. Rest of draw below:

Dundee United v Celtic

Dunfermline Athletic v Ross County

Heart of Midlothian v Inverness Caledonian Thistle

Hibernian v Partick Thistle

Kilmarnock v Ayr United

Rangers v St Mirren

Stenhousemuir v Motherwell

Dundee Sign Owen Goodman On Loan

Dundee have signed goalkeeper Owen Goodman on a season-long loan from Crystal Palace, subject to international clearance

The shot stopper was recently part of Canada’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad having first been called up in the November 2025 international window.

Goodman signed his first professional contract with Crystal Palace in July 2021 aged 17. He then went on loan to Colchester United for the 2023/24 season.

Goodman then returned to League 2 on loan, this time at AFC Wimbledon where he won the League 2 golden glove and kept a clean sheet in the play-off final as they were promoted to League 1.

Last season, the 22-year-old was on loan at Huddersfield Town until January, and then Barnsley for the rest of the campaign.

Dundee 4, Clyde 0, Dens Park, League Cup, 25th July 2026

Dundee made four changes to the Dundee team following the midweek draw at Ross County. Brad Halliday and Aaron Donnelly came into the defence. Zan Besir started in an advanced midfield role with Simon Murray taking the lead in attack. They replaced Idris Odutayo, Owen Bevan, Fin Robertson, and Ash Hay, who were all named as substitutes.

Dundee started well and Joe Bevan had some good runs his crosses could have been better. But from one Simon Murray headed wide of the goal. 

Reilly played in Zan Besir whose shot was blocked by the keeper’s legs. Besir then set up Bevan who guided his effort inches past the post.

Next up before half-time Drey Wright's shot hit the top of the bar. Clyde keeper Jay Hogarth saved well from Murray’s powerful 15 yard shot that was perhaps aimed too close to the goalie.

Clyde did have chances as well and a couple of time O'Hara saved well to deny the bully wee.

Second half and the game and Dundee put on Alan Forrest and Joe Westley on for Charlie Reilly and Zan Besir. Both had struggled a bit.

Inside 2 minutes Alan Forrest scored his first goal for the club, when he finished well with a curling effort. Both teams had chances and Clyde were playing well enough a second goal was needed to win the game.

It arrived after 69 minutes when the ball was handled in the box. It was a bit soft but rules are rules. Up stepped Simon Murray to score with ease.

Five minutes later and it was 3-0 when Joe Westley scored at the back post with a volley. 

Dundee were in control now and Fin Robertson came close twice with good efforts. Fin had replaced  Ryan Finnigan.

Dundee made it 4-0 on 83 minutes when Joe Westley flicked home for his second goal. Dundee ran out the game and could have added more with the chances created.

Dundee: O’Hara, Halliday (Odutayo 70), Astley, Donnelly, Wright, Finnigan (Robertson 70), Hamilton, Joe Bevan ( Hay 76), Besir (Westley at half time), Reilly (Forrest at half time), Murray (c). Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Owen Bevan, Oosenbrugh, Crombie.

Referee: Matthew MacDermid.

Att: 1,942.

Ross County 1, Dundee 1, (Lost 7-6 on Pens), Victoria Park, League Cup, 21th July 2026

Dundee got back into League Cup action when the faced Ross County in Dingwall. They made three changes to the Dee’s starting eleven following last week’s win at Annan. Owen Bevan, Fin Robertson and Ash Hay came in for Aaron Donnelly, Callum Jones and Simon Murray, who were all on the bench.

Dundee started well and had a early chance when Wright missed the gaol which a shot, but after 20 minutes it 1-0 Dundee. A free kick was given 30 yards out upstepped Finlay Robertson who curled the ball home for a superb goal. 

A minute later it was nearly 2-0 when from a run and cross from Joe Bevan was just missed by Ash Hay.

After this Ross County took over and went close a few times, Dundee would have been happy to get to half-time..

Second half and things did not improve as County had control of the midfield. It was no surprize when Graham made it 1-1 on 55 minutes.

Dundee tried to change the game by sending on Simon Murray and Joe Westley for Charlie Reilly and Ryan Finnigan on the hour. 10 minutes later Brad Halliday and Alan Forrest came on for Drey Wright and Joe Bevan.

County nearly scred twice but O'Hara saved well to keep Dundee in the game and it ended 1-1.

County deserved to win over the 93 minutes played, so there can be no complaints that they took the bonus point from the penalty shootout, 7-6. In the first five sets of penalties Murray, Hay, Westley and Forrest scored while Hamilton’s kick was saved. Graham, Phillips, Strapp and Docherty scored for County, and Lindsay’s penalty was saved. When it came to sudden death Robertson and Astley scored for the Dee, while Cornelius and McCarvel scored for County. Odutayo missed for the Dee and Wright finished the shoot-out by converting his penalty to give the Staggies the bonus point.

Dundee: O’Hara, Wright (Halliday 71), Astley, Owen Bevan, Odutayo, Finnigan (Murray 61),  Hamilton, Joe Bevan (Forrest 71), Robertson,  Reilly (Westley 61), Hay. Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Donnelly, Besir, Oosenbrugh, Crombie.

Referee: Sean Murdoch. 

Att: 1,111

Dundee 0, Everton 4, Dens Park, Friendly, 18th July 2026

Dundee put out a strong team to face Everton on their second visit to Dens Park. Everton mainly controlled the first half, with Dundee defending well working hard and keeping their shape.

Owen Bevan twice made decisive last ditch tackles to stop Everton when they did break into the Dee penalty area. The first to stop Tyrique George was relatively straightforard. The second, as Beto shaped to shoot, was the sort of decisive goal saving tackle that delights supporters.

Dundee regularly played their way into promising positions and managed some threatening efforts. Ethan Hamilton and Charlie Reilly had shots from the edge of the penalty area but their efforts were blocked or too high.

Everton took the lead late in the half when Beto spun to shoot from 18 yards. His shot took a deflection off Aaron Donnelly that left the diving O’Hara helpless.

It was a bit tough on Dundee who had passed the ball  well and attaack with good movement. 

Second half and Dundee made seven changes, Everton nearly scored but the shot went wide off the goal. On 61 minites Everton made 7 changes as well.

The second half was played at a relaxed pace with Dundee holding their own in open play. Everton made seven changes after 61 minutes, when the Dark Blues made their final two changes; Simon Murray and Ethan Crombie replaced Joe Westley and Zan Besir. The pattern of the game didn’t change, but the Toffees ran away with the game thanks to a series of defensive errors.

After 69 minutes Harry Sharp hesitated on the ball and Thierno Barry blocked his attempted pass to send the ball looping into the net.

Ash Hay almost pulled a goal back for the Dee when he took Fin Robertson’s pass and shot from 12 yards. King denied him with a superb save at full stretch.

In the last 10 minutes Everton added two more goals that were almost identical. Sharp sent a pass straight to Harvey Foster . who shot into the empty net. A few minutes later Ryan Astley gave Sharp an awkward pass back, and the keeper’s pass was blocked by Malik Olayiwola and Carlos Alcaraz quickly passed sideways to give Dwight McNeil an open goal.

And that was that the errors cost Dundee today, who for most of the game done well against a good English Premier League side.

Dundee: O’Hara, Oosenbrugh, Owen Bevan, Donnelly, Odutayo, Finnigan, Hamilton, Joe Bevan, Reilly, Besir, Westley

Second Half: Sharp, Halliday, Astley, Donnelly, Oosenbrugh, Jones, Besir (Crombie 61), Hay,  Robertson, Forrest. Westley (Murray 61). Unused Sub: Bland.

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

Dundee made three changes to the team that started Saturday’s win over Brechin. Kieran O’Hara came in for Harry Sharp in goal, Aaron Donnelly replaced Owen Bevan in central defence and Simon Murray started in the place of Ashley Hay in attack.

The first half was all about Dundee attacking and Annan defending well. Early on Jones headed over the bar. Annan had one chance but the was blocked and fell nice to O'Hara in the Dundee goal.

Aaron Donnelly got on the end of a corner from Charlie Reilly but headed high and wide. Donnelly then set up the best chance of the half when he stepped forward to whip in a fine, fast early cross, but Simon Murray headed wide from eight yards.

That was the first half with mainly all Dundee but they failed to score frome their chances.

Shortly after the restart Joe Bevan opened up the defence with a skillful run and Ryan Finnigan cracked a rising drive against the crossbar from 18 yards.

The pressure on Annan’s defence was relentless and it was no surprise when Dundee took the lead in the 55th minute, though the manner of the goal was startling. Bevan found Reilly wide on the right near the byline. Instead of crossing Charlie Reilly smashed a ferocious shot home from an angle that seemed impossible.

A few minutes it was 2-0 again Charlie Reilly smashed the ball home after Bevan found him with a good pass.

Six minutes later a quick break away and Reilly found Joe Bevan who raced clear rounded the goalkeeper to score a superb goal.

On 74 minutes Jone found Simon Murray wide and his cross ended into the net for 4-0. I'm sure Simon said it a shot at goal !

Ten minutes later and it was 5-0 when Murray found Ash Hay who chipped the goalkeeper to end the scoring, 

Annan did nearly score later on but the final score was 5-0 Dundee.

Dundee: O’Hara, Wright, Astley, Donnelly, Odutayo (Oosenbrugh 70), Joe Bevan (Besir 70), Finnigan ( Westley 60), Hamilton ((Bland 77) Jones, Reilly (Hay 70), Murray (c).  Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Owen Bevan, Crombie.

Referee: Colin Steven

Att: 451  

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.