Ayr United 0, Dundee 2, Somerset Park, cinch Championship, 23rd December-22

Dundee made several changes Jordan Marshall, Jordan McGhee, Ben Williamson and Josh Mulligan returned to the starting eleven. They replaced Fin Robertson, Joe Grayson and Lyall Cameron, who were substitutes, and Tyler French who missed out through illness.

Dundee started well and forced six corners in the opening 10-15 minutes as they looked to get the early goal, but after 18 minutes Josh Mulligan was shown the red card for a foul. It did not look that bad but rumours of a elbow was used. 

Both teams had chances and Ayr missed one right on half time, Dundee would be happy to get to half time with the score 0-0.

Second half and Rudden had a chance but put his effort wide of the goal, Dundee were playing well and controlling the midfield. After 64 minutes and Ayr got a player sent off. 

This turned the game and it was 4 minutes later Dundee scored good play from Rudden and his pass let Luke McCowan to run into the box and scored across the keeper with a fine finish.

It gave Dundee a big boost as they looked to get the second vital goal, hard working Zak Rudden was replaced by Cillian Sheridan and soon after Dundee got their second goal. Luke McCowan was fouled and he stepped up to scored a wonderful 30 yard free kick.

It sealed the three points and they seen the game out to go top of the league at Christmas time. 

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, Marshall (Robertson 87), McMullan (Cameron 90+3), McGhee, Williamson, McCowan, Mulligan, Rudden (Sheridan 74). Unused Subs: Lawlor (gk), Strachan, Osei, Grayson.

Referee: Steven McLean

Att: 2,704

Falkirk 0, Dundee 3, Falkirk Stadium, SPFL Trust Trophy, 08-December-22

Dundee made four changes to the team that beat Inverness in the Championship on Saturday. Jordan McGhee, Shaun Byrne and Ben Williamson were unavailable, and Josh Mulligan was on the bench. Fin Robertson, Joe Grayson, Lyall Cameron and Luke McCowan came in as the Dee switched to a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Dundee went close in the opening minute when Rudden's shot clipped the top of the bar, but a few minutes later they went ahead from the penalty spot after great play from Paul McMullan was fouled in the box. Up stepped Zak Rudden to score the keeper got his hands on the power but the powerful shot beat him for a vital goal. 

Dundee settled early and played some nice football and increased their score when a Luke McCowan cross was easily knocked home by Zak Rudden for his second goal.

Dundee were in total control and could have added to the score with three good chances, they made half time okay. Falkirk struggled so far in the game.

Second half and Falkirk made two chamges and they looked a lot better and attacked Dundee in which they defended well enough. Dundee had chances on the break and could haved added goals.

 Josh Mulligan and Max Anderson came off the bench to replace Paul McMullan and Lyall Cameron midway through the second half, bringing fresh energy to the Dee attacks. They were joined by Alex Jakubiak, replacing Zak Rudden who limped off after a heavy tackle.

Dundee finished the game with a third goal after a good move the ball was knocked back to Fin Robertson who curled the ball home for a superb goal.

Both teams had chances and Dundee made two more changes to the team as they ran down the clock.

Dundee: Legzdins, French, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, Kerr, Robertson, Grayson (Osei 85), McMullan (Mulligan 65), Cameron (Anderson 65), McCowan (Sheridan 85), Rudden (Jakubiak 75). 

Unused Subs: Sharp (gk).

Referee: Calum Scott

Att: 1,700

Inverness Photos

 

Inverness Caley Thistle 0, Dundee 1, Caledonian Stadium, cinch Championship, 03-December-22

Dundee made two changes in goal Adam Legzdins replaced Ian Lawlor, who was ruled out by his concussion injury. Tyler French came in at right wing back, replacing Josh Mulligan who moved into an attacking role as Paul McMullan took up a slightly deeper 10 position behind the strikers with Max Anderson named as a substitute.

The opening period of the game was not evenful with both keepers not tested, but six minutes later Dundee took the lead. Ben Williamson made a good run and he fed the ball to Paul McMullan who cut inside and curled the ball home for a superb opening goal of the game. 

Soon after Dundee broke and Rudden's cross came off a defenders and the bar saved Inverness CT, soon after Cammy Kerr went close with a shot. Inverness CT hit back and good defending by Tyler French saved the day when he nipped in to clear.

In the second half Inverness CT came out to attack but failed to trouble Dundee too much, Dundee attacked as well in a more composed mood. 

Fin Robertson, Luke McCowan and Derick Osei came on for Shaun Byrne, Ben Williamson and Zak Rudden. The change gave the Dark Blues some added energy and the Dee always looked more likely to kill the game off in the later stages than conceded an equaliser.

Luke mcCowan came close late on but the kepper saved well from his effort, Dundee saw the game out and earned their first win in the league at a differcult venue. 

Dundee fans were happy today and getting the win was vital as it pushes the club up to second in the table. 

Dundee: Legzdins, McGhee, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, French (Grayson 89), Williamson (McCowan 70), Byrne (Robertson 70), Kerr, McMullan, Mulligan, Rudden (Osei 70). Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Jakiubiak, Sheridan, Anderson, Cameron.

Referee: Alan Muir

Att:  2,435

Dundee 6, Airdrionians 2, Dens Park, Scottish Cup 3rd Rd, 26th November 2022

Dundee made three changes to the team with Tyler French and Zach Robinson were not fit and Cillian Sheridan was on the bench. Josh Mulligan replaced French at right wing back. Zak Rudden came in for Robinson at centre forward, and Max Anderson replaced Paul McMullan in the hole behind the strikers with McMullan shifting forward to play alongside Rudden.

Airdrie nearly scored first but Ian Lawlor made a fine save, Dundee had a lot of the ball but failed with the final ball or effort on goal. But against the run of play Airdrie did score with a fine worked goal. 

Zak Rudden was unlucky with a good shot which the Airdrie keeper tipped the ball over the bar, as half time was looming Paul McMullan scored a vital goal for the dark blues. He fininished well after picking the ball up in the box.

Second half and Dundee got a bonus when the Airdrie keeper made a mistake and Zak Rudden chipped the ball home for a well taken goal. After this Dundee had three great chances to seal the win, but they missed them and payed the penalty when Airdrie scored again. 

Dundee tried to get the winner in the 90 minutes but failed , Airdrie had a player sent off and that could be a big bonus. 

Ian Lawlor was replaced after he made a good save but hit the post and was injured Adam Legzdins came on for the rest of the game. 

But Dundee took control in extra time and sealed the win with goals from Derick Osei Yaw (2) Fin Robertson and Luke McCowan all were well taken and sent the fans home happy with win.

Dundee : Lawlor, (Legzdins 76), McGhee, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, Mulligan (McCowan 105), Williamson (Robertson 90+4), Byrne (Grayson 69), Kerr, Anderson (Jakubiak 69), McMullan (Cameron 85), Rudden (Osei 85). Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Sheridan.

Referee: Lloyd Wilson

Att: 2,341

Photos From The Airdrionians Game

 It was a good day out on Saturday and a big bonus was meeting Ex Dundee player Alan Lawrence who joined us for a pint after the game. 

Andrew and Hamilton Accies Photos

 

Dundee 1, Hamilton Accies 0, Dens Park, cinch Championship, 19-November-22

Dundee started with much of the same team which finished last week's game except for Cillian Sheridan who came in for Josh Mulligan who had a slight knock. 

In the first minutes Cammy Kerr went close with a 18 yard shot, Dundee played a lot of football but their final ball let them down. Paul McMullan had a good effort saved well after 25 minutes. The next twenty minutes went down a bit and Accies could have scored right on half time but Ian lawlor pulled off two great saves it was in between a brave header from Ryan Sweeney.

Second half and Zak Rudden replaced Cillian Sheridan who struggled in the first half. Lawlor made another good save as Accies hit Dundee on the break. 

But on 57 minutes Dundee took the lead a great ball put Rudden clear and his cross was finished by Paul McMullan for a well worked goal which they deserved.

Soon after Zach Robinson limped off injured after an hour and Derick Osei replaced him. Dundee were lucky when Accies hit the post with a great shot. Dundee kept playing good football but failed to score again. Fin Robertson replaced Ben Williamson for the last 20 minutes and played fine. 

That's how the game finished and three vital points for the club. Next up it the home game against Airdrie at Dens this Saturday.

Dundee: Lawlor, McGhee, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, French, Williamson (Robertson 71), Byrne, Kerr

McMullan, Robinson (Osei 60), Sheridan (Rudden at half time). Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Sharp, Jakubiak, Mulligan, McCowan, Cameron.

Referee:  Graham Grainger. 

Att: 4,293

Rovers Photo

 

Dundee 2, Raith Rovers 0, Dens Park, cinch Championship, 12th November 2022

Dundee made two changes to the team that started in the win at Partick Thistle last week. Max Anderson and Zach Robinson replaced Luke McCowan and Derick Osei. No place for Zak Rudden who was injured. 

Dundee started slowly and Rovers looked the better side in the first 20 minutes, Dundee had to make a change which saw Joe Grayson go down injured and Shaun Byrne came on as sub. 

Dundee just about scored a few minutes later Robinson went down in the box he got up and got a shot in which hit the post it hit the keeper and went along the line hit the other post and then cleared by a rovers defender. 

Minutes later and Max Anderson had to go with a head knock which looked a soar one to take, he was replaced by Ben Williamson in the midfield. soon after Robinson forced a great save from the Rovers keeper, from the corner he again came close but headed over the bar. 

Just before half time McMullan forced another good save from McDonald to deny Dundee a deserved lead.

Second half and on 49 minutes Dundee finally took the lead when the referee pointed to the spot after 

Williamson had a shot blocked by the hand of a Rovers player. Up stepped Zach Robinson to score with ease. Minutes later it should have been 2-0 but after great run and play from Mulligan his cross was missed by McMullan and Robinson. 

A lot of pressure payed off when a corner from McMullan was headed down by Sweeney to Zach Robinson who's shot was well saved but the striker was quick to lash the ball home for the vital second goal.

After this is was all Dundee and really should have added to their score. Mulligan twice, McMullan and Kerr all had a go but either narrowly missed or were foiled by Jamie MacDonald, the overworked Rovers keeper. Robinson should maybe have completed his hat trick when he headed wide from Cammy Kerr’s cross at the end of a beautiful move featuring a defence splitting pass from Williamson.

Dundee finished the game well on top and made three more changes in the last 10 minutes, when  Mulligan, McMullan and Robinson departed for  Lyall Cameron, Derick Osei and Cillian Sheridan to come on.

A well deserved win for the dark blues and sets up next week's game v Hamilton Accies who visit Dens Park.

Dundee: Lawlor, McGhee, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, French, Anderson (Williamson 28), Grayson (Byrne 18), Kerr, Mulligan (Cameron 86), Robinson (Sheridan 86), McMullan (Osei 86). Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Jakubiak, McCowan, Robertson.

Att: 5,022

Referee: Grant Irvine

Andy Penman Fife Dark Blues Day Out At Firhill

 It was a great day on Saturday at Hospitality at Firhill Stadium home of Partick Thistle. The Andy Penman Fife Dark Blues really enjoyed their day. Food and Beer were great and we well served by their staff. It was good to see everyone enjoy themselves. Some photos below of our day.

Partick Thistle 2, Dundee 3, Firhill Stadium, cinch Championship, 05-November-22

Dundee made  made four changes to the team that drew at Queen’s Park last week. Tyler French, Josh Mulligan, Luke McCowan and Derick Osei started, replacing the injured Jordan Marshall and Lyall Cameron, Zak Rudden and Zach Robinson, who were all on the bench.

Both teams had a lot of the ball but failed to trouble either goal keeper. Dundee's best chance was when McMullen had a shot but it hit team mate Jordan McGhee. But Partick open the scoring on 20 minutes when Milne scored with a shot. 

Soon after McMullan had a fine run but his cross was knocked in when a certain goal looked on. Bothe teams tried and had a lot of the ball. But Thistle took control of the game when Milne again scored and it did not look good for Dundee as half-time was soon after.

Second half and Manager Gary Bowyer made three changes when Max Anderson, Zak Rudden and Zach Robinson replaced Josh Mulligan, Luke McCowan and Derick Osei at half time. Mulligan had picked up an unnecessary early yellow card and his energetic style would have put him in danger of a second yellow. Osei and McCowan had little joy in the first half 

What a change to the team they looked a lot better attacking wise and it was no surprize when Zach Robinson headed home after a good cross from McMullan, that was on 57 minutes and gave Dundee a big boost. 

They were playing some great football and scored to make it 2-2 when Ryan Sweeney forced the ball home. After a tussel on the line Muirhead was sent off for the home side down to 10 men. It was his second booking.

Dundee piled on the pressure and on 76 minuters they scored was proved to be the winner. after a great flowing move French put Anderson clear wide and his cut back was smashed home from 18 yards by Cammy Kerr. It was a great goal and it send the Dundee fans wild with delight.

Dundee pushed for the fourth goal and never took any risks it turned out a tail of two halves and Dundee were superb in the second half. Hopefully now they can build on this with two homes games next.

Dundee: Lawlor. French, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, Kerr, Grayson (Williamson 90+1), McGhee, McMullan, Mulligan (Anderson at half time), McCowan (Rudden at half time), Osei (Robinson at half time). Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Jakubiak, Byrne, Sheridan, Cameron.

Referee: Craig Napier

Att: 3,046

Queen's Park 2, Dundee 2, Ochilview Park, cinch Championship, 28-October-22

Dundee made a couple of changes to the team last week with Tyler French missing out due to sickness, Paul McGowan missed due to injury.

Queen's Park had all the early chances but Ryan Sweeney nearly put Dundee ahead but his header went wide. McGhee and Robinson both had chances but missed them soon after Zac Robinson was replaced by Derick Osei.

Queen's Park scored after the ball fell nicely and Jarrett blocked Sweeney's clearance and the ball ended into the net. 

Second half and Dundee hit back when Paul McMullen scored with a well taken free kick, but 34 seconds it was 2-1 Queens when Robson drilled the ball home to the dismay of the Dundee fans. 

Dundee did have a lot of pressure and the closest they came when Osei hit the post and a minute late McMullen smashed one off the bar. 

But on the 86th minute Derick Osei scored when he finished well from a Jordan McGhee cross. 

The game finished 2-2 so a point is better than nothing as it looked late on in the game.

Dundee: Lawlor, Kerr, Sweeney, Ashcroft, Marshall, McMullan, Grayson (Anderson 72), McGhee, Cameron (McCowan 62) Rudden (Sheridanat 62) Robinson (Osei Yaw 34)

Subs Not Used : Legzdins, Jakubiak, Byrne, Robertson, Williamson

Referee: Barry Cook

Att: 1,006

Dundee 0, Morton 0, Dens Park, cinch Championship, 22nd October 2022

Dundee were forced to make a few changes to the team which would face Morton at Dens. The main one was Ian Lawlor in goal for his first team game since April. 

Dundee started well and McCowan, Mulligan and Sweeney had efforts blocked or saved to deny Dundee getting the first goal. 

Morton had a few chances but Dundee were able to defend and clear the ball to go in at half time 0-0.

Second half and Jordan Marshall was unlucky not to score when his shot was tipped over the bar, then soon after Williamson had a shot which just over the bar. 

Dundee made changes to the team with 4 players coming on as they went for the winner, the closest was hitting the post late on, Then Josh Mulligan was sent off after he went to block the ball. The referee was slow to pull the cards out to the dismay of the crowd, It looked very soft from what l had seen. 

Lee Ashcroft missed the target with a header near the end, then Morton could have scored in injury time but the bar went wide. 

We missed a good chance today as the other results went for the club, next up is a trip to play Queens Park next Friday night.

Dundee: Lawlor, French, Ashcroft, Marshall (Osei Yaw 67) Kerr, Williamson (Grayson 67), Sweeney, McGhee, McCowan (McMullan 67), Mulligan, Robinson ( Rudden 67) Unused Subs: Jakubiak, Anderson, Cameron, Lynch. 

Referee: Lloyd Wilson

Att: 4,214

Rangers 1, Dundee 0, Ibrox , League Cup 1/4 Final, 19th October 2022

Dundee lost 1-0 to hosts Rangers who scored after 10 minutes when Davis headed home after Legzdins had saved the first effort. Just before this Josh Mulligan had a decent header which went over the bar. 

Josh Mulligan had a shot which went just over the ball after a good turn to make the space, Rangers did have a few chances but failed to add to their lead. 

Dundee had defended well in the first half and being 1-0 at half time gave the dark blues a good chance to get a result.

Second half and they started well and as the half went on came into the game. Joe Grayson was unlucky with a 25 yard effort.

A good spell of pressure ended with a Derick Osei cross coming off the roof of the bar. With 5 minutes remaining McGhee connected with a Kerr cross but headed over the top.

Dundee played well tonight and it will do the squad a lot of good for their future games in the league. 

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, French, Sweeney, Marshall (Ashcroft 74), Grayson, Cameron (Anderson 67), McGhee, Mulligan (Osei Yaw 67), McCowan (Jakubiak 83), Robinson (Rudden 67) Unused Subs: Byrne, McGowan, Lawlor, Strachan.

Referee: William Collum

Att: 37,105

Dundee 2, Ayr United 1, Dens Park, cinch Championship, 15th October 2022

Dundee made one change from last week Lee Ashcroft missed out due to illness, in came Ryan Sweeney who was captain. Dundee started very well and Zak Rudden flicked the ball just wide. Sheridan had a couple headers and Marshall fired one over the bar.

But on 36 minutes Dundee went ahead with a stunning goal Paul McMullan picked up the ball on the half way line carried the ball and from 30 yards unleashed a unstoppable shot which flew into the net. 

Minutes later McMullan hit the side netting, Ayr did have a couple of chances but failed to take them in the first half.

Second half and two changes for Dundee with Sheridan and Rudden replaced by Josh Mulligan and Zach Robinson. It paid off a few minutes later when  Josh Mulligan won the ball and drove forward before laying to McCowan wide left, he picked out Jordan McGhee and when his effort was saved Robinson was on hand to turn home with one of his first touches.

Soon after and could have been 3-0 when McGhee was denied a goal when Albison saved well. Ayr United then scored to be back in the game. A good move was finished by Mullin

Dundee played well after the goal and could have scored a couple of more goals. One which Mulligan just missed the target after a lot of Dundee pressure. 

Zach Robinson was twice denied when Albinson saved well and had a late header also saved. Ayr could have grabbed a late goal but it when over the Dundee bar and the full three points stayed at Dens Park. 

A fine win and it will move Dundee closer point wise to the top of the league. 

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, Sweeney, McGhee, Marshall, McMullan (Jakubiakat 90), French, Grayson, 

McCowan (Cameron 82) Rudden (Mulligan 45)Sheridan (Robinson 45} Unused Subs: Byrne, 

Williamson, Anderson, Strachan, Sharp

Referee: Grant Irvine

Att: 4,490

Arbroath Photos

 

Arbroath 1, Dundee 1, Gayfield, cinch Championship, 08-October-22

Dundee made five changes to the team that faced Cove Rangers during the week. Jordan Marshall, Joe Grayson, Cillian Sheridan, Zak Rudden and Luke McCowan started, replacing Ben Williamson, Paul McGowan, Max Anderson, Lyall Cameron and Zach Robinson.

Dundee struggled to start well and Tyler French headed off the line to deny Ricky Little, but Dundee broke quickly and Sheridan put McMullan clear on the wing and his cross was headed home by Zak Rudden to put Dundee one nil up.

Dundee struggled to cope with the wind as Arbroath had a few chance and they managed to get away with it. Dundee nearly scored the second goal when McCowan worked his way in and his cut back was miskicked by McMullen it was a good chance. 

But it was no shock when Arbroath levelled with a stunning free kick from Bobby Linn it was well deserved and it made for a good second half. 

It was a poor second half with Dundee had a couple of chance one Rudden put wide and Robinson put one over the bar. Arbroath had a lot of breakaways but failed to score the winning goal.

At least a point for the dark blues in the end which they could have losted the game.

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, French, Ashcroft, Marshall, McMullan (Mulligan 67), McGhee (c), Grayson, McCowan (Cameron 77), Sheridan (Robinson 77), Rudden. Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Sweeney, Byrne, McGowan, Williamson, Anderson.

Referee: Colin Steven

Att: 3,372

Derick Signs and Jay Departs Dens Park

Dundee have signed attacker Derick Osei on a deal until the end of the season, he has played for Oxford United, Walsall, and most recently AFC Wimbledon.

Derick has been on trial for the last few weeks, he will wear No 31

Jay Chapman has left the club after his short spell at the club, good luck in his future where ever he goes which will likely be back in the USA.

Cove Rangers 3, Dundee 1, Balmoral Stadium, cinch Championship, 4th October-22

Dundee made two changes to the team from Hamilton when Ben Williamson and Max Anderson came in for Joe Grayson and Josh Mulligan who were on the bench.

Dundee started well and had two efforts on goal from Zach Robinson and Ben Williamson's shot was deflected over the bar. But Dundee did take the lead on 10 minutes when from a corner was headed down by Lee Ashcroft and Max Anderson scored from six yards out. 

A few minutes later and Robinson scored but the referee pulled it back for a foul. Cove came into the game and levelled when Megginson forced the ball home when the defence failed to clear the ball. 

Both teams had chances up to half time but the best fell to Cove but their player put the ball well over the bar. 

Second half and Rudden replaced Robinson who had been booked in the first half. Dundee had a early chance but Cove managed to clear, the game changed soon after when Scully scored with a volley from eight yards. 

Four minutes and Scully all but sealed the point when he scored again. Dundee made changes to the team but failed to get back into the game, Cove looked like they could score more on the break. 

A poor result for the dark blues and they must get points when they travel to Gayfield on Saturday.

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, French, Ashcroft, McGhee (c), Williamson (Marshall 87), McMullan, Anderson (Mulligan 58), McGowan (Sheridan 58), Cameron (McCowan 58), Robinson (Rudden at half time). Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Byrne, Strachan, Grayson.

Att: 1,322

Referee: Nick Walsh

Hamilton Accies 0, Dundee 2, Fountain of Youth Stadium, cinch Championship, 01-October-22

Dundee made four changes to the team which played last week at TNS. Tyler French, Joe Grayson, Josh Mulligan and Zach Robinson replaced Jordan Marshall, Max Anderson, Ben Williamson and Cillian Sheridan.

Both teams struggled in the first ten minutes then Dundee had a couple of chances Ashcroft had a header saved and then Cameron headed over the bar after a McGhee cross. Jordan McGhee also had a shot but his effort was too high.

But on 29 minutes it changed when Dundee took the lead a good pass from Joe Grayson put Lyall Cameron through on goal and the young midfielder finished with a low shot for a good goal. 

Second half and Joe Grayson was replaced by Ben Williamson who fitted in well and Dundee had a few chances but failed to take them Cameron missed two and Mulligan all efforts were either blocked or  saved.

Adam Legzdins then had a good save to keep Dundee in the lead when he blocked a shot. Hamilton had a few chances and hit the top of the bar, then after that McGhee done well to clear the danger.

Zak Rudden and Max Anderson replaced Zach Robinson and Josh Mulligan. The substitutes almost settled the game with yet another breakaway but Rudden’s shot struck a defender.

But Dundee sealed the game with a great second goal Paul McMullen sent Luke McCowan clear on goal and the youngster finished well to the delight of the Dundee fans.

A fine win for the Dark Blues and the next three game will tell a story of how our league form is going.

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, French, Ashcroft, McGhee (c), Grayson (Williamson at half time)

McMullan, Mulligan (Anderson 74), McGowan, Cameron (McCowan 85), Robinson (Rudden 74)

Unused Subs: Sharp (gk), Marshall, Robertson, Rudden, Sheridan, Strachan.

Att: 1,462

Referee: Matthew MacDermid

Photos From TNS Game

 

The New Saints 0, Dundee 3, Park Hall Stadium, SPFL Trust Trophy, 23-September-22

Dundee made six changes to the team that would face The New Saints in the SPFL Trust Trophy. Adam Legzdins, Cammy Kerr, Paul McGowan, Max Anderson, Lyall Cameron and Cillian Sheridan came in for Harry Sharp, Tyler French, Ryan Sweeney, Joe Grayson, Josh Mulligan and Zach Robinson.

Dundee started well and Lyall Cameron forced a good save from Connor Roberts in the home goal, Paul McGowan forced a even better save soon after as Dundee looked to take the lead. 

The New saints had struggled but came into the game and matched Dundee but both teams failed to get the vital first goal. After 34 minutes Paul McMullan went off injured being replaced by Zach Robinson.

Dundee started the second half in good form and took the lead when Roberts failed to clear and Jordan Marshall raced to nutmeg Danial's and his cross was headed home by Cillian Sheridan it took a slight deflection going in but it put Dundee ahead in the cup tie.

The game was well in Dundee's control three minutes later when good quick move and passes from Anderson , Williamson and Sheridan the ball fell to Robinson who fed Kerr to shoot and Lyall Cameron finished the job for a fine goal.

The next 20 minutes were all Dundee , but they failed to add to the scoreline. TNS had a wee spell and Legzdins saved well and they also hit the bar. 

Zak Rudden and Luke Strachan came on near the end and it was Luke's debut for the first team.

In injury time Dundee scored their third goal when Robinson broke quickly and set up Max Anderson who finished to score a fine gaol.

Dundee were well in control and the fans who travelled down would go home happy.

Dundee: Legzdins, Kerr, McGhee (c), Ashcroft, Marshall (Sweeney 74), Williamson (Robertson 83), McGowan, Anderson, McMullan (Robinson 34), Cameron (Strachan 83), Sheridan (Rudden 74) 

Unused Subs: Lawlor (gk), Sharp (gk), French.

Dundee 2, Inverness CT 3, Dens Park, cinch Premiership, 17th September 2022

Dundee made a good start to the game and went close when the ball was cleared off the line. It looked like a hand ball but the referee did not see it that way. 

Dundee did take the lead on 12 minutes when Ryan Sweeney got the fianal touch when the ball fell nicely after a corner from Grayson. 

Inverness CT levelled a few minutes later with a finely taken goal but it looked bad from Dundee's point of view. Dundee kept up the pressure and had some chances but failed to take them.

Right on half time the visitors took the lead from the penalty spot after Sharp had fouled in the box. 

The second half started well and within 11 minutes  Dundee levelled when  Joe Grayson touched the ball home after a good shot from McMullen. Midfielder Paul McGowan made all the difference after coming on for the second half, he replaced Ben Williamson.

Soon after Ashcroft was unlucky when his effort was cleared off the line. Mulligan and McMullan were denied by the ICT keeper who made good saves.

But the game was won by Inverness CT scored with six minutes to go after a slick move. Dundee's game was over when Ryan Sweeney was sent off after a silly foul earned a second yellow card.

Dundee: Sharp, French, Sweeney (c), Ashcroft, Marshall, Williamson (McGowan 55), McGhee, Grayson, McMullan, Mulligan (McGinn 69), Robinson (Rudden 69). Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Kerr, Sheridan, Anderson, Cameron, Strachan.

Att: 4,396

Referee: Peter Stuart

Dundee 3, Queens Park 0, Dens Park, cinch Championship, 3rd September 2022

Dundee made one change to the team Jordan McGhee replacing Ryan Sweeney due to suspension. Both teams started well and Dundee looked in the mood. Queens Park knocked the ball about nicely but failed in the last bit to be really dangerous.

Dundee came close when Mulligan had a shot blocked and Kerr headed over the bar, the queens keeper then had a good save fom a Cameron effort to deny Dundee taking the lead.

Dundee took the lead soon after when Robinson was fouled in the box, the Referee took his time and it was clear he had give a penalty. He did and Zack Robinson stepped up to score with ease. 

Both teams had chances and it was a minute from half time when Zack Robinson scored a wonderful goal he picked the ball up in space and from 30 yards smashed a superb shot into Ferrie’s top right corner.  A great strike one to remember for years to come.

Second half and Dundee took control of the game and could have scored four or five on the day. Just before the hour Dundee made a triple substitution. Paul McGowan, Niall McGinn and Zak Rudden came on for Lyall Cameron, Paul McMullan and Zach Robinson, who all received warm applause as they left the field.

Dundee made it 3-0 when Zak Rudden forced the ball home after the first effort was saved. it put the game to bed and the three points was sealed. 

It's been a good week for the dark blues and two 3-0 wins are good for the team, next up is the trip to Cove Rangers next Friday.

Dundee: Sharp, French, McGhee (c), Ashcroft, Kerr, Williamson (Anderson 78), Grayson

McMullan (McGinn 59), Cameron (McGowan 59), Mulligan, Robinson (Rudden 59 (Robertson 85)) 

Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Strachan.

Referee: Grant Irvine

Att: 4,176

Dundee 3, Falkirk 0, Dens Park, League Cup, 30th August 2022

Dundee made a few changes for the League Cup tie, Lee Ashcroft started for the first time since March. Ben Williamson, Zach Robinson and Lyall Cameron also started. These four replaced Jordan Marshall, Luke McCowan and Zak Rudden, who were injured, and Paul McGowan, who was on the bench.

Dundee had a few early chances Zach Robinson's shot was saved and Cammy Kerr hit the side netting. On the break Falkirk looked good and quick but they failed to create anything in the first half hour. Just after this they went close when Lee Ashcroft was able to clear a cross and it hit the post.

Second half and Dundee started well and looked much better and it was no surprize when they scored a good goal. Zach Robinson played a fine pass when gave Lyall Cameron a chance and the youngster finished well to score his third goal in this cup. 

Falkirk came back and they had a few good moves but failed to test Harry Sharp in the Dundee goal. Dundee then lost midfielder Joe Grayson to injury, he was replaced by Jordan McGhee.

Falkirk then put two dangerous crosses into the box but their strikers failed to get a good touch to score, they payed the price when Dundee got the second goal. From Paul McMullan's corner Lee Ashcroft powered home a great header to score a fine goal.

It finished the game as a contest and Dundee added a third when the ball was handled on the line. Up stepped Zach Robinson to score from the penalty spot with ease.

A fine win for Dundee and good to have a clean sheet. Next up is Queens Park at Dens this Saturday. 

Dundee: Sharp, rench (Robertson 90), Sweeney (c), Ashcroft (Anderson 90), Kerr, Williamson, Grayson (McGhee 72), McMullan, Cameron (McGowan 90), Mulligan (McGinn 78), Robinson. Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), Strachan.

Referee: Colin Steven 

Att: 3,195

Ayr United 3, Dundee 1, Somerset Park, cinch Championship, 26th August 2022

Dundee did not make any changes to their starting team for the game at Ayr United last Friday, the only change on the bench was Fin Robertson instead of Shaun Byrne.

Dundee started well and scored on three minutes with a fine worked goal. started by Paul McGowan and he found Luke McCowan his great cross was knocked back into the six yard box by Paul McMullen for Zak Rudden to score with ease. 

Dundee looked sharp and came close a couple of times before Ayr drew level against the run of play. From a corner Frankie Musonda headed down for Akinyemi to poke the ball home from almost on the goal line.

Dundee lost Luke McCowan just after the half hour when the former Ayr winger limped off after taking a painful knock. Jordan McGhee came on to play in midfield with Josh Mulligan moving to the right wing and Paul McMullan switching to the left.

At the start of the second half Zach Robinson replaced Paul McGowan as Dundee tried to create more in attack. They came close but Rudden could not force the ball over line and the chance was gone. Dundee were getting on top but they failed to take any of their chances. 

But again Ayr scored on the break as Dundee piled on the pressure.  Jordan  Houston was allowed to run in from the right and score with a low shot into the corner from 18 yards. A poor goal to lose and it changed the game Dundee failed to fight back.

Six minutes and the game was over when Akinyemi  pulled down Murdoch’s cross from the right, turned and hammered a rising shot past Sharp from 12 yards. 

Lyall Cameron and Ben Williamson replaced Paul McMullan and Joe Grayson but had little opportunity to make an impact. Lee Ashcroft came on for Zak Rudden to play the last 10 minutes in attack. 

Ryan Sweeney was sent off in injury for a second yellow card.

Next up is Falkirk in the League Cup at Dens on Tuesday night hopefully Dundee can bounce back.

Dundee: Sharp, Kerr, Sweeney (c), French, Marshall, Mulligan, Grayson (Williamson 69), McGowan (Robinson at half time), McMullan (Cameron 69), Rudden (Ashcroft 80), McCowan (McGhee 32). 

Unused Subs: Legzdins (gk), McGinn, Robertson, Anderson.

Att: 2,274

Referee: Greg Aitken 

Photos From Morton