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.