Cowdenbeath 2 Dundee 1, Central Park, First Division, 25/September/10

In what was a differcult away game at any time, but given the rumours going round just now with a unpaided tax bill, now even harder. Dundee took a decent support and it was nice and sunny for the game. Team wise Irvine replaced the injured Paton, with Kerr and Higgins instead of O'Donnell and Riley.

In the first half we struggled to get going and Cowdenbeath took the lead after bad defending , the ball broke back to the incoming Ramsay who beat Douglas with a low shot into the corner. Dundee did respond and Griffiths was unlucky when Hay touched his shot onto the post. But too many times we just hit long balls up to striker Kuqi which was pretty pointless. Worse was to follow when Fairbain scored from a 35 yard free kick, it did look like Douglas should have kept it out.

Second half and Manager Chisholm send on O'Donnell and McMenamin for Misun and Kuqi, we pushed Cowden back and created about 5 great chances with both McMenamin and Griffiths missing one on ones with the keeper. Poor poor finishing, Leigh also hit the bar when it looked he must score. Dundee did pull one back in 83 mins when Griffiths turned well in the box and smashed the ball home from 10 yards to give us hope. But Cowdenbeath did manage to hold out to claim a fine victory, they seemed happy to defend deep in the second half.

Dundee: Douglas, Irvine, McKeown, Misun (O'Donnell 46), Lockwood, Adams, Kerr, Harkins, Higgins (Riley 65), Kuqi (McMenamin 46), Griffiths.Subs Not Used: Fox, Forsyth.

Att: 1,154

Ref: C Charleston

Dundee 0 Raith Rovers 0, Dens Park, First Divison, 18/September/10

Dundee drew 0-0 with Raith Rovers at Dens, in which we can thank Rab Douglas who made a fabulous save from Baird's spot kick. Centre half Milan Musan made his debut after signing on a month's loan from Celtic.

In the first half we had a few chances, but Griffiths missed both of them. The first he just failed to turn the ball home at the back post, and then he was clean through but the ball got tangled up among his feet and he put the ball just wide. Then at the other end after Raith had got back into the game, Tate went down after a Adam's challenge and Ref Somners pointed to the spot, a very soft award to the disbelief of the Dundee support. But Rab Douglas made a brilliant stop, in Dundee's next move Harkins fired over when he should have done better.
Second half and not many too chances were created, with both side untroubled with Dundee hitting too many long balls up to the strikers, we need to do better midfield wise. So a draw was fair in the end.

Dundee: Douglas, Paton, McKeown, Misun, Lockwood, Riley (Higgins 76), Adams, O'Donnell (Forsyth 69), Harkins, Kuqi (McMenamin 58), Griffiths. Subs Not Used: Fox, Irvine.
Att: 4,532

Ref: D Somers

Dunfermline Ath 3 Dundee 1, East End Park, First Division, 11/September/10

Dundee lost 3-1 at East End Park on Saturday. I missed the game due to work. I have chosen to go the Cowdenbeath game in two weeks time instead. In what was a even looking first half with both teams having chances, we fell 1 nil down when after a good save from Scott Fox the ball broke and a silly tackle from Riley gave the Pars a penalty on which Gibson scored sending Fox the wrong way. The second goal on 42 minutes looked bad from a defensive view. Nobody picked up Bell's run and after a good flick on by Kirk, put him through and he finished with ease.

Into the second half and after some Dundee pressure we pulled one back, after a miss from Kuqi, we got a corner. Taken by Lockwood and headed home by midfielder Gary Harkins to give Dundee a lift. Both teams did attack with not many chances, our best came from a Griffith shot which looked in, but Smith made a great one handed save. The ref somehow did not spot the keepers touch.

Then the roof fell in when a terrible mix up between Paton and Fox, who both missed the ball, leaving a simple tap in for ex-dee Pat Clarke to make it 3-1 and game over. We must start to work really hard away from home, be positive and stop giving bad goals away. It does make the next four game very important, and l hope the fans do get behind the team. But they have to stand up and be counted now.

Dundee: Fox, Paton, McKeown, Weston, Lockwood, Riley (Forsyth 71), Adams (McMenamin 85), O'Donnell, Harkins, Kuqi (Higgins 71), Griffiths. Subs Not Used: Findlay, Irvine.

Att: 4,037

Ref: S Conroy

Dundee Sign Striker

Dundee have signed striker Njazi Kuqi on a one year deal, he has been playing in Germany for the last two and a half years for Tus Koblenz. He is a Kosovan, but has played 3 times for Finland and scored 3 goals. More Information Here

Dundee 2 Falkirk 0, Dens Park, First Division, 28/August/10

Dundee beat Falkirk 2-0 at Dens this afternoon, in what was as good as I seen them play for ages. For the full 90 minutes they played well, even though the second half was tough with the loss of Rab Douglas. As expected David Witteveen made his debut, and straight away you could see he was up for it, his link up play was a joy to watch. It gave Griffiths and Harkins the room needed to play. Dundee really attacked in the first half and misses a few chances, but close to half-time the vital break through came when Harkins put a decent ball into the box towards Stephen O'Donnell who done really well to follow up and finish off with a shot across the keeper. Who earlier had denied him with a good save from a clever lob. The second was good as well just on the stroke of half time this time Nicky Riley with a clever header which looped over the keeper to send the Dundee fans wild, after Griffiths had found him with a chipped cross.

Into the second half and Dundee came out in much the same manner, playing some good stuff. Falkirk were trying to get back into the game and forced Rab Douglas into a couple of saves. The game changed on 54 mins when Falkirk sub Finnigan raced clear, Douglas came out and fouled him outside the box. The result big Rab was sent off, manager Gordan Chisholm sent keeper Fox for Griffiths, then later Harkins for McMenamin. Falkirk started to push forward and the defence and hard working midfield had to really work hard. But they stem the flow and could have added a third when a great shot from O'Donnell hit the underside of the bar. Dundee did hold out to claim a very good 3 points. Everyone played well today, with Stephen O'Donnell having his best game for the club. Was very impressed with Witteveen, his link up play was great, and it helped Leigh Griffiths. Now we have set the standard now, long may this continue.

Dundee: Douglas, Paton, McKeown, Weston, Lochwood, Riley, Adams, O'Donnell, Harkins (McMenamin 55), Witteveen (Higgins 74), Griffiths (Fox 55) Subs not used: Irvine, Kerr.

Att: 4,345

Ref: W Collum.

Latest News From Dens

David Witteveen

Dundee have signed Hearts striker David Witteveen on a three month loan deal, he should make his debut tomorrow against Falkirk. He was on loan at Morton at the end of last season, he looked a handful then.

Also Matt Lockwood has signed for rest of the season, which is great news as he has looked the part in the last two games.

Brechin City 2 Dundee 2,(Brechin won 3-1 on pens aet) Glebe Park, Cis Cup, 24/August/10

Dundee crashed out of the Cis Cup after a penalty shoot out defeat to Brechin City, in a even first half with bithe teams having chances. Rab Douglas had to look lively a few times, Dundee also had a few chances.

Second half and O'Donnell on for the injured Grant, then maybe the break we need when Brechin were reduced to 10 men, but it seemed to inspire the home side . They scored twice in a minute with two great finishes from striker Rory McAllister which gave Douglas no chance. Dundee did push forward and soon after Griffiths pulled one back with a low shot from the edge of the box, now all Dundee pressure and it payed off with Griffiths scored after a clever flick from Harkins. Now the game was on, and really should have won the tie here. Foryth was also sent off to even up the sides. A few more misses and into the last minute we got a penalty Griffiths grabbed the ball, but his spot kick flew high and wide to give Brechin a lifeline.

In extra time and it was all Dundee apart from a few break aways from Brechin. So penalties would decide the outcome. Brechin scored their first 2 , Harkins scored Dundee first, then Paton missed, Brechin missed, then O'Donnell missed, Brechin scored to make it 3-1, Riley had to scored to keep Dundee in it, but blasted high over the bar to send the Glebe Park faithful wild with delight. That was it Dundee were out.

Dundee: Douglas, Irvine (Riley 70), Lockwood, McKeown, Weston, Forsyth, Grant (O'Donnell 46), Adams (Paton 72), Harkins, McMenamin, Griffiths. Subs Not Used: Fox, Kerr.

Att: 1,090

Ref: S Finnie

Dundee 0 Ross County 0, Dens Park, First Division, 21/August/10

Dundee drew 0-0 in a poor game against Ross County, in what was a game of few chances. Jamie Adam replaced injured Dominic Shimmin at centre, with Nicky Riley coming back in after his suspension. Both keepers had a couple of saves first half, but Dundee miss the cutting edge, and badly need a targetman kind of striker. Gary Harkins came closest when he hit the bar with a curling freekick.

Rhys Weston came on and replaced Jamie Adam who struggled a wee bit at centre half. The second half was not much better, the only bonus was not losing the game. We have the cup game at Brechin on Tuesday to find a solution to our goal scoring problem. Also forgot about Matt Lochwood's performance he was far our best player.

Dundee: Douglas, Irvine, Lochwood, Grant, McKeown, Adams (Weston 46), Riley, Harkins, Forsyth, Griffiths, McMenamin (Higgins 70). Subs Not Used: Fox, O'Donnell, Paton.

Att: 3,946

Ref: C Thompson

Dundee Sign Lockwood

Dundee have signed left back Matthew Lockwood on a short term deal, he has trained with Dundee this week. He has played a lot down in England his clubs include Nottingham Forest, Leyton Orient, Bristol Rovers, Colchester and QPR where he started his career.

Welcome to Dens Matthew. More Info Here

Partick Thistle 1 Dundee 0, Firhill, First Division, 14/August/10

Dundee lost 1-0 at Firhill yesterday in their first away game in the league, again l missed the game due to work. So l can't comment too much on the performance, after watching the highlights on DFTV is seemed that the teams were very evenly matched in the first half, with Dundee having a few chances from break aways and some decent free kick positions. But seemed strange the Leigh Griffiths took most of them, I would rather have Sparky in the box trying to put the ball in the net. I know he can take a decent free kick , but so can Gary Harkins.

Second half and it seemed that The Jags took control of the game, the 3-5-1 does not work for me, I like teams to attack , maybe not all the time but to be positive and change it if we have to defend. Anyway that's just my view fans want to watch attacking football with goals and goalmouth action. Partick Thistle did score the one and only goal of the game when Boyle scored with a back post header which went across the goal and in. It did look a poor goal to lose.

Dominic Shimmin and Charlie Grant both made their debuts and done well by reports, but they will need time to get their fitness up.

Dundee: Douglas, Irvine, McKeown, Shimmin, Forsyth, O'Donnell (Higgins 76), Grant (McHale 76), Adams, McMenamin, Harkins, Griffiths Subs Not Used: Fox, Kerr, Benedictus

 

Att: 2,801

 

Ref: F McDermott

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

Dundee have signed midfielder Charlie Grant from Celtic, he has had a tough time with injuries over the last 3 years. Hopefully that is behind him now, he has played for the last 8 months. Charlie has signed up for a year and goes into the squad for tomorrow's game at Firhill.

More info Here

It has been confirmed that Netan Sansara has left the club, maybe another move for Bob Harris is back on. Time will tell....

Stenhousemuir 4 Dundee 1, Ochilview, Alba Cup 2nd Rd, 10/August/10

Well what can you say about that scoreline, I'm glad l was working nightshift. Going by reports is was a shocking performance from Dundee.

They were 2 nil down in the first 15 mins, with goals from Alex Williams and Grant Anderson, into the second half and Paul Quinn scored a third for Stenhousemuir. Although Leigh Griffiths pulled one back with a clever finish to give us hope. But Kevin Motion sealed a well deserved victory for Stenhousemuir, well done and good luck for the next round.

As for Dundee that performance is not good enough, we need to buckle down and work harder. Starting with the league game at Firhill on Saturday.

Dundee: Fox, Irvine, McKeown, Weston (Paton 17), Sansara, Riley (McMenamin 66), McHale ( O'Donnell 46), Harkins, Forsyth, Higgins, Griffiths. Subs Not Used: Douglas, Kerr

Att: 665

Ref: E Brines
Match Highlights: Here

Dundee 1 Queen of the South 0, Dens Park, First Division, 07/August/10

Dundee beat Queen of the South on Saturday, thanks to a great free kick from Gary Harkins. In a game that left back Netan Sansara made his debut, after signing on at the club for a month. He had played for Walsall before being released.

Dundee played well enough overall, they scored when Gary Harkins fooled the Queens keeper with a clever free kick on 22 minutes. But a crazy second half seen Dundee give away a penalty, Sansara was booked, then Rab Douglas made a great save to deny Holmes. Then Netan Sansara got send off, picking up a second booking. Not clear on what he did, but it was the lineman who flagged. Then 2 minutes later Riley was send off for his second bookable tackle, on which seemed a wee bit harsh.

Down to nine men , we defended well and deserved the 3 points, thought Craig McKeown was outstanding, with Gary Harkins having a good game in midfield. So a good three points for the Dark Blues.

Dundee: Douglas, Irvine, McKeown, Weston, Sansara, Riley, McHale (Higgins 77), Forsyth, Harkins (Paton 85), McMenamin, Griffiths (O'Donnell 77). Subs Not Used: Fox, Kerr.

Att: 4,644

Ref: S O'Reilly

Latest News From Dens Park

Dundee will play Brechin City (Away) in the 2nd Round of the Cis Cup, it will be played on the 24th or 25th of August. Details of the full draw can be seen Here

Welcome Rhys Weston

Some information on new signing Rhys Weston, just seen his interveiw and he comes across very well. Welcome to Dens Park Rhys... More info Here

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Late News

Rumour has it Dundee have made a bid for Queen of the South left back Bob Harris, £30,000 plus either Brian Kerr, Paul McHale or Eric Paton.

Dundee 3 Montrose 0, Dens Park, Cis Cup 1st Round, 31/July/10

Dundee won 3-0 this afternoon in the Cis Cup at Dens Park, the dark blues were given a big boost when Rhys Weston signed a one year deal, and went straight into the team at centre half. Jamie Adams made his debut for the club in midfield.

 

I missed the game due to work, so can only go by reports and l will see the goals later on DFC TV. Dundee scored the first goal on 33 mins when a good pass from McKeown put Nicky Riley through and he finished with a cool chip from a tight angle. That was the half time score.

 

Into the second half and l send a text to my mate Dougie, to see if it was still 1-0. His reply made me smile it read " 3-0 Dees, on the rampage now" So that was Dundee safely into the next round. The other two goals came from the penalty spot after Jamie Adams was fouled in the box, up stepped Leigh Griffiths (70mins) to side foot home. Then Griffiths laid one on for MoM Nicky Riley (76mins) who smashed the ball into the top corner for a fine finish.

 

Dundee:Douglas, Irvine, McKeown (McHale 75), Weston, Forsyth, Riley, O'Donnell, (Paton 71), Adams, Harkins, McMenamin (Higgins 66), Griffiths. Subs not used: Fox, Kerr.

 

Att: 2,111

Jamie Signs On Loan

St.Johnstone midfielder Jamie Adams has joined Dundee on loan until the end of the year. He has played for Kilmarnock, and Queen of the South (Loan) and Partick Thistle(Loan).

 

A Few years ago....

In Germany

Latest News From Dens Park

Dundee beat Forfar Ath 4-1 tonight at Station Park. Manager Gordon Chisholm played the trialists who have been at the club in the last week. They included Johnny Flynn. Gordon Gilbert, Rhys Weston and Ryan McCann who is training with Dundee just now. Anyway a good work out for the players with goals from Foryth(2), McMenamin and Griffths.

Dundee will play Stenhousemuir away in the next round of the Alba Cup, the draw was made on Tuesday afternoon.

Dundee 2 Alloa Ath 1, Dens Park, Alba Cup 1st Round, 24/July/10

Dundee came from behind to snatch victory with two late goals, against a well organised Alloa Athletic side. Dundee took a while to get going, but Nicky Riley was putting in a lot of work. That was the tone for the first half, as we struggled to make any impact up front.

Into the second half and again we struggled to find any flow to our moves, with over hit or too many passes. We did have have a great chance when good play by Leigh Griffiths out wide, his cross in and somehow Antoine-Curier did not throw himself into the six yard box to get the touch. It would have been a certain goal. Alloa kept hitting on the break and took the lead when ex Ayr player Scott Walker headed home, and not long after after they were very unlucky when Scott hit the bar.

Lucky for us that Higgins and McMenamin were on for the tiring Riley and out of form Curier by this time and with just 4 minutes left McMenamin headed home powerfully to level, and with time just about up Higgins scored after a scramble in the Alloa box. His powerful shot hitting keeper Robertson before spinning high into the net.
 

That was that and Dundee were through, it did look like we were going out, but the two subs did the trick.

 

Dundee: Fox, Irvine, Forsyth, McKeown, Benedictus, Kerr, Riley, O'Donnell, Harkins, Griffths, Antoine-Curier. Subs: Douglas, McHale, Paton, McMenamin

Dundee Sign Gary Irvine

Dundee have signed Gary Irvine on a one year deal, after missing out out on Jason Talbot this is a big boost for the club. Gary has played for St.Johnstone and has a lot of experience, he is also versatile and can play in a number of positions.

 

He should make his debut tomorrow v Alloa Ath at home in defence of the Alba Cup. Welcome to Dens Gary.

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Arbroath 1 Dundee 1, Gayfield, Friendly, 17/July/10

Dundee drew 1-1 with Arbroath at Gayfield this afternoon. The Red Litchies took in the lead in the first half when Jordyn Sheerin shot home from the edge of the box.

Second half and Rab Douglas replaces Scott Fox in goal. Dundee take the game to their hosts and go close on a few occasions, but Douglas is forced to make a couple of saves. Dundee bring on a few subs and McMenamin just about scores but the ball hits Griffiths and Arbroath clear.

After good play by the trialist leftback his pass puts Higgins clear and his shot is saved but Colin McMenamin is there to force the ball home. Both team go forward to try and get the winner, but it ends 1-1.

Dundee:Fox, Trialist, Benedictus, McKeown, Paton, Forsyth, O'Donnell, Riley, Harkins, Curier, Griffiths. Subs:McMenamin, McHale, Kerr, Higgins, Rennie, Bartlett, Gibson, Douglas.

Dundee sign O'Donnell and Riley

Dundee have signed midfielders Stephen O'Donnell and Nicky Riley. Stephen has signed a 1 year deal, with Nicky signing on for 6 months. Both should make their debut at Arbroath tomorrow. The game kicks off at 2pm.
 

Pat Clarke has left the club to sign for Dunfermline Ath, he made 4 starts and 16 subs appearances. Scoring 2 goals.

Dundee Start Pre-Season Training





The Dundee players returned for pre-season training at Caird Park yesterday,they were joined by some new faces who are on trial at the club. Ex St Mirren winger Stephen O'Donnell, ex-Alloa defender Scott Buist and Nicky Riley who started at Celtic, and had a spell at Hamilton last season.


From Left; Nicky Riley, Scott Buist and Stephen O'Donnell

 

Manager Gordon Chisholm says more will join in the coming weeks, and rumour has it that we are close to signing 3 new players.

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Cup Ties Both At Home........

Dundee will play Alloa Ath at Dens on 24th of July in defence of our MG Alba Cup. A week later we entertain Montrose in the 1st Round of The Cis Cup.

Dundee Sign Defender

Dundee have signed Morton defender Dominic Shimmin on a two year deal. He has played for Arsenal youths, QPR a loan spell at Bournemouth, and a short spell at Crawley Town, before heading up to Morton.

I seen Dominic a few times last season, and he impressed me, so happy with this signing. It will boost our defence, so hopefully we sign a decent left back next. More info Here

Dundee Sign Keeper

Dundee have signed goal keeper Scott Fox on a pre-contract, and will join the club on July 1st, he will be 23 by then and no transfer will be needed. he will aim to push Rab Douglas for the No1 jersey. More signing will happen in the next few weeks.

Latest News From Dens

Gordon Chisholm started rebuilding his squad for next season by telling 15 players in total that they have no future at Dens Park. Tony Bullock, Derek Soutar, Eddie Malone, Gary MacKenzie, David Cowan, Colin Cameron, Darren Young, Bob Malcolm and Player of the Year Jim Lauchlan won't be getting their contracts renewed. Loan players Andrew Shinnie, Ben Hutchison and Ryan O'Leary will go back to their clubs. Maros Klimpl, Richie Hart, Bryan Deasley and Chris Casement have been told to find other clubs.

Jim Lauchlan was voted Dundee FC's Player Of the Year on Sunday night at the POY Dinner. Jim has done well this season, and I would have given him a one year deal.

Also Chairman Bob Brannan has decided to step down, his replacement will be announced in due course. Bob has done a great job is keeping Dundee FC alive, along with a lot of dedicated people who are DFC fans.

Inverness Caley Thistle 1 Dundee 0, Tulloch Caledonian Stadium, FirstDivision, 01/May/10

Dundee headed up north to play Champions Inverness Caley Thistle on Saturday, and they applauded them on to the pitch.

Dundee started brightly with a few chance created, but shots were too easy for Essen. After that Hart hit the post with a free kick, and the Caley Th keeper saved well from Higgins from 6 yards. After that Caley took over and should have scored twice before they did eventually. Rooney was again the scorer with his 27th of the season.

Second half and Caley Th have this game well in control, and although Dundee made a late effort Caley Thistle held out to claim all 3 points. So well done to them , and the brave 70-100 Dundee fans that made the game. I hope the players that remain at Dens next season hate this feeling.

Dundee: Soutar, Hart, Forsyth, Benedictus, McKeown, O'Leary, Shinnie, Kerr, McMenamin, Higgins, Harkins. Subs: Clarke, Hutchinson, Young, McHale, Geddes.

Att: 6,031

Ref: S Conroy

Dundee 2 Raith Rovers 0, Dens Park, First Division, 24/April/10

Dundee won their last home game of the season beating Raith Rovers 2-0, in a good performance they seemed so much more positive than Wednesday night. Raith did threaten on the break and Soapy Soutar made a good stop from a header. Dundee did have a few chance in the first half, but could not find the killer touch. With Shinnie making positive forward runs.

Second half and Dundee took the game to Raith, and it was not long before they took the lead. Shinnie was fouled just outside the box, and Sean Higgins curled a great free kick into the top corner of the net. After that Dundee had a few more chances, but made it 2-0 seven minutes later, when a Raith player handled in the six yard box, Up stepped Gary Harkins to score with ease from the penalty spot.

So that was all the scoring for the day to send the Dundee fans home happy with the three points. We just need one point to seal second place in the league.

Dundee: Soutar, Lauchlan, McKeown, O'Leary, Paton, Shinnie, Kerr, Harkins, Forsyth, McMenamin, Higgins. Subs Not Used: Geddes, Hutchinson, Clarke, Hart, Klimp.

Att: 3,187

Ref: S. Nicholls.

Raith Rovers Preveiw

Dundee play Raith Rovers again this Saturday, but at Dens park this time. Goalkeeper Derek Soutar will play, but we will be without the injured Leigh Griffiths, Tony Bullock, Dave Cowan who has had another operation, and Colin Cameron who broke his arm in training on Tuesday. Eddie Malone is suspended.

It will be my last game of the season, the money l would have spend going to Inverness will be put towards my season ticket funds. So l hope that we play well in our final home game.

Raith Rovers 1 Dundee 0, Starks Park, First Division, 21/April/10

Last night in a dreadful performance Dundee lost 1-0 nil, Tony Bullock made it but had to come off after 26 minutes, replacement Bobby Geddes saved Dundee from losing this one by more than one goal. Young Bob made three outstanding saves, and was my MOM, that says it all on another poor performance.

First half we had a lot of the ball, but never troubled the home keeper. Second half was much the same vein. But Rovers looked more the likely side , and Hill scored what was the winner with a strong header which gave Geddes no chance. Dundee's only chance of note was a Harkins shot which was just inches wide.

So that's it for another season, Well done to Inverness Caley Thistle for their run of unbeaten games. They deserve the League on which I feel we have thrown away, I can see major changes at Dens for next season, and we need leaders badly, and players who will work their socks off to wear the Dark Blue of Dundee.

Dundee: Bullock (Geddes 26), Paton, McKeown, Lauchlan, Forsyth, Hart, O'Leary, Klimp (Hutchinson 61), Harkins, Clarke, Higgins (McMenamin 61), Subs Not Used: Shinnie, Kerr.

Att:1544

Ref: A.Law

Match Highlighs: http://www.raithroversfc.com/cgi-bin/matchdetails.cgi?id=902&type=11

Latest News From Dens Park

Striker Leigh Griffiths won't play again this season, his ankle injury has ruled him out for the rest of the season. For the trip to Raith Rovers goal keeping coach Bobby Geddes might have to play, Tony Bullock is rated doubtful, Derek Soutar has got a bug, young keeper Gibson is on loan at Elgin. With Rab Douglas having went through a operation two weeks ago, a right crisis has arisen

Morton 2 Dundee 2, Cappielow, First Division, 17/April/10

Dundee's promotion push for this season is all but over, after drawing 2-2 at Cappielow this afternoon. In a very poor performance first half was our down fall, Morton were far the better side and took the lead just before half time, when the ball came back of the bar and Witteveen scored from the rebound.Manager Chisholm made changes at half time.

Second half and worse was to follow, we gave away the ball away cheaply in midfield and fouled the Morton striker Witteveen in the box, Monti stepped up to make it 2-0. Just a few minutes later and Gary Harkins scored from a tight angle to give us some hope. Dundee put Morton under some real pressure, and after a good move Higgins was unlucky not to score. With around 8 mins to go and Leigh Griffiths had to leave the field to get treatment for a ankle injury, Dundee got a free kick just outside the box, and Griffiths came back on to curl a beauty to make it 2-2.

Sadly we could not find the net again, and it ended 2-2, it's terrible we can only play for 25-30 minutes. That has cost us all season, and changes will need to happen for the good of the club.

Dundee: Bullock, McKeown, Lauchlan, O'Leary, Paton, Kerr (Cameron 61), Harkins, Shinnie (Higgins 46), Malone, McMenamin (Clarke 46), Griffiths. Unused Subs: Soutar, Hart.

Att: 1,998

Ref:A.Muir.

Latest News.

Dundee head west tomorrow looking for 3 more points, and put some pressure on Inverness Caley Thistle. Eric Paton is fit again while Dave Cowan is in the squad but will unlikely start. We must be positive from the start as Cappielow is always a hard place to go.

At Last..................Finished

Finally finished reading this book, l have read wee bits in the past. But that's it done start to finish. Well worth the money, and it was exciting times at Dens Park. My best memory was seeing and meeting Claudio Caniggia in the High Corner Bar, after Dundee beat United at Tannadice. What a night that was!

Partick Th 0 Dundee 1, Firhill, First Division, 10/April/10

Dundee won 1-0 at sunny Firhill, but were made to fight all the way. Partick seemed to have the better chances, but it's goals that count. At this stage no one will complain about getting all three points, the vital goal was scored with just 16 minutes left on the clock, good play from defence found Griffths wide his cross was headed home by sub Pat Clarke. A goal which the Dundee fans would have enjoyed, by reports Tony Bullock had a sound game, with all 3 central defenders also doing well. Manager Gordan Chisholm seemed happy enough with the effort the players put in.

Dundee: Bullock, McKeown, O'Leary, Hart, Shinnie (Cameron 63), Kerr, Harkins, Malone, Higgins (Griffiths 53), McMenamin (Clarke 74). Unused Subs: Soutar, Forsyth.

Att: 2,545

Ref: S.O'Reilly

A very vital 3 points, pity Inverness Caley Thisle won at Queen of the South, but all we can do is keep winning and hope they drops points. We head for Cappielow on Saturday and I will make that game.

Dundee 3 Ayr United 0, Dens Park, First Division, 03/April/10

Dundee produced their best home performance so far this season. In a game we had to win they came flying out the blocks, Shinnie making Ayr keeper Samson tip one over after a surging run into the box. It set the tone as wave after wave of attack. Dundee opened the scored when good play out of defence, then the ball was fed to Kerr who then made a great pass to Colin McMenamin who used his pace to get into the box where he finished with ease. Not long after after another surging run from Shinnie, who was fouled, up stepped Sean Higgins who curled the free kick into the top corner to put Dundee two up. Not long after and Harkins was so unlucky when a great piece of skill from the midfielder and his shot smashed off the bar.

Into the second half and the same vein continued with Dundee in total control, and only saves from Samson kept the score down. But they got their third after a long throw was knocked on to McMenamin to head home for the final goal of the day.

Dundee: Bullock, Lauchlan, McKeown, O'Leary, Hart, Shinnie, Kerr, Harkins (Cameron 48), Malone, Higgins, (Hutchinson 80), McMenamin. Unused Subs: Soutar, Malcolm, Forsyth

Att: 4,270

A fine performance from the whole team, which gave manager Gordon Chisholm his first win. The system of 3-5-3 worked well, with O'Leary able to cover left back , it allowed Malone to push forward all day. So next up is Partick Thistle away, tough as usual but such is the nature of this league.

Latest News From Dens Park

Dundee keeper Rab Douglas will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury, he will need a operation. Also injured is Gary MacKenzie who might miss tomorrow's home v Ayr United.

Also out is Eric Paton and striker Leigh Griffths, also news that Ayr fans have cancelled two supporters buses in protest of the behaviour of stewards in their last visit to Dens Park.

Dunfermline Ath 2 Dundee 1, East End Park, First Division, 30/March/10

Dundee dropped three more points at East End Park last night. The gap is now 4 points which is big given the games we have left. The first half was very poor from our point of view, as The Pars totally dominated. They took just six minutes to score when Gibson score from close in, then in 34 minutes they scored again when Bell scored a cracking goal from 30 yards. Dundee failed to create anything of note in the first half.

Second half and Gordon Chisholm made three changes with Higgins, Shinnie and McKeown coming on for Hutchinson, Paton and MacKenzie. With hart moving back to right back. We did open brightly but we could not make it count until the 90th minute when Malone headed home on the 90th minute.

We wish Pars keeper Greg Paterson a speed recovery after he broke his leg in a clash with striker Ben Hutchinson, it looked a bad one, but totally accidental.

Dundee: Bullock, Paton (Shinnie 45), MacKenzie (McKeown 45), Klimpl, Malone, O'Leary, Hart, Kerr, Harkins, Griffiths, Hutchinson (Higgins 45) Subs: Forsyth, Soutar,

Ref: W.Collum

Att:2,134

Latest News

Dundee head for Dunfermline tonight, in what will be a tough game. The game should go ahead with no pitch inspection planned.

Brian Kerr is the new captain taking over from Eric Paton, who had said his form had suffered after talking to manager Gordan Chisholm.

Ross County 1 Dundee 1, Victoria Park, First Division, 27/March/10

Dundee came away from Dingwall with a hard earned point, it was nearly 3 points with Ross County scoring with just 3 minutes remaining. In the first half it was end to end stuff, and Dundee nearly scored when Hutchinson's effort came back of the post , and County cleared. So 0-0 at half-time.

What a start to the second half when a great through ball found Griffiths who chested it down to Hutchinson, who took a touch and smashed the ball into the top corner to give Dundee the lead. Dundee did have more chances and Griffiths was unlucky twice when shots went just wide. Dundee made changes with Higgins on for Hutchinson, and McKeown comes on for Griffiths. Now Dundee have 5 at the back. Ross County come forward and finally score in 87 minutes when Craig scored with a shot just inside the box. So 1-1 it ended, maybe Dundee have paid for sitting too deep at the end. We need to get that second killer goal.

Dundee: Bullock, Paton, MacKenzie, O'Leary, Malone, Hart, Klimpl, Kerr, Harkins, Griffiths, Hutchison. Subs: Soutar, Mckeown, Forsyth, Shinnie, Higgins.

The points dropped mean Inverness Caley Thistle go top, after they won 1-0 at Partick Thistle, elsewhere Queen of the South beat Dunfermline 2-0. I see it as a three horse race now. Up next is Dunfermline Ath away on Tuesday, while Inverness CT host rivals Ross County.

Latest News From Dens Park..

Dundee have signed defender Ryan O'Leary on loan from Kilmarnock, a central defender who can play left back as well. It will give manager Gordon Chisholm more options. The deal will run to the end of the season.

Meanwhile the club have signed a 4 year deal with sports giants Puma, I see it as a great deal and should give us a better range to choose from.

Rab Douglas missed Tuesday game due to a injury, he has not been able to train for the last month or so, he has also put off a operation until the end of the season. He might be fit for the trip to Dingwall on Saturday.

Dundee 1 Queen of the South 1, Dens Park, First Division, 23/March/2010

Dundee could only draw 1-1 with Queen of the South on Tuesday night, a very positive start and in 15 mins Leigh Griffiths earned a penalty on which he scored with ease. Also the Queen's defender got sent off, Dundee pushed forward looking for the vital second goal, but with all their efforts, had to settle winning 1-0 at half-time. Into the second half and the Doonhammers scored from a free kick after Kerr had handled, Harris beating keeper Bullock with a fine effort. Dundee threw everything to get a winner, but poor finishing and no luck and Queens kept Dundee out, they looked dangerous on the break. Tony Bullock had a great save in the dying minutes. In injury time the ref gave Dundee a penalty, but changed his mind after protests from the Queen's players and talks with the lineman. It did look a bit soft, so no real complaints.
Dundee: Bullock, Paton, McKeown, Malcolm, Malone, Shinnie (Hutchison 78), Klimpl (Hart 68), Kerr, Harkins, Griffiths, McMenamin (Higgins 61)
Att: 4,508

Chisholm and Dodds New Management Team At Dens

Dundee have appointed Gordon Chisholm and Billy Dodds as their new management team. They have signed contracts until the end of season 2011-12. Both have played for and been captain of Dundee FC.

Jocky Scott Departs Dens Park.

Jocky Scott has been sacked as manager of Scottish First leaders Dundee. After a run of poor results since the turn of the year. More on the story from the link below.

http://www.dundeefc.co.uk/news_detail.asp?ID=3162

Airdrie United 3 Dundee 0, New Excelsior Stadium, First Division, 20/March/10

Dundee went down 3-0 to bottom club Airdrie United, a shocking result in our promotion push. First half we had a lot of the ball, plenty corners but as in recent months we lacked the killer touch in front of goal. Second half and Airdrie scored from a free kick which took a nasty bounce in front of keeper Rab Dougas, a further two goals followed to record Dundee's worst result of the season. Manager Jocky Scott said the second half was a embarrassment, and could understand the DFC fans reaction at full time.
Dundee: Douglas, Malcolm, MacKenzie (Cameron 2), McKeown,Malone,Shinnie,Kerr,Klimpl, Harkins, McMenamin, Hutchison (Higgins 67).
Att:1,178.

Ayr United 1 Dundee 1 Somerset Park, First Division, 17/March/10

Dundee managed a 1-1 draw at Somerset to much improved Ayr United on Wednesday. The Dark Blues created good chances in the first half, and took the lead when midfielder Gary Harkins scored from 25 yards which gave keeper Samson no chance. Minutes later Ayr drew level from a free kick, after they gave away a sloppy foul at the edge of the box. Second half Dundee pushed on to get a winner, but the finishing was lacking. Captain Eric Paton got sent off to make things tough in the last 15 mins. By reports it was a fair result.


Dundee: Douglas, Paton, Malone, Klimp, McKeown, MacKenzie, Shinnie, Kerr, Griffiths, Higgins, Harkins. Subs: Bullock, Malcolm,Hart.McMenamin,Hutchison.

Dundee 1 Raith Rovers 2, Dens Park, Scottish Cup 1/4 Final, 12/March/2010

Dundee crashed out of the Scottish Cup at home to Raith Rovers, in a whirlwind start the fifers scored in 3 mins, when Simmons scored with a shot from the edge of the box. Then in 10 mins Ellis scored with a great header, which gave Rab Douglas no chance. Dundee did battle away and Leigh Griffiths was unlucky when he hit the woodwork. Rovers were dangerous on the break, but it took until 73mins for Dundee to pull one back, after good play from Gary Harkins he crossed for Craig Forsyth to head home. Dundee pushed forward , but the Rovers held out to reach the Semi Finals in the first time since 1963.

Dundee: Douglas, Paton, MacKenzie, Lauchlan (Shinnie 88), Malone, Kerr, Hart, (McMenamin 62), Forsyth, Harkins, Griffiths, Higgins (Clarke 83) Subs Not Used: Soutar, Malcolm.

Att: 7,309.

Dundee 2 Inverness Caley Th 2, Dens Park, First Division,

Dundee came back from 2-0 down to gain a vital point, Dundee struggle in the first half. But Leigh Griffiths could have put the Dee ahead, but forced a good save from the Caley Th keeper. But early into the second half and Caley Th took the lead with a well worked goal, soon after and it was 2-0 Caley Th. Dundee came back into it with 17mins to go when Brian Kerr scored a peach of a goal from 25 yards. Dundee pushed forward and a great run by Gary Harkins and his shot took a almighty defection, and the game was all square at 2-2.

Dundee: Douglas, Paton, MacKenzie, Lauchlan, Malone, Forsyth, Kerr, Shinnie, (McMenamin 81), Harkins, Griffiths, Hutchinson, (Higgins 62). Subs Not Used: Bullok, McKeown, Klimpl.

Att: 4974

Ref: C.Brown.

Dundee Sign Bob Malcolm

Dundee have signed Bob Malcolm on loan until the end of the season. He has been playing with Brisbane Roar, he also played for Rangers, Derby County,Queens Park Rangers, Motherwell to name a few.

Gary Off To MK Dons....

Defender Gary MacKenzie will leave Dens Park at the end of the season. He has signed a pre contract with MK Dons, who has Alex Rae in their coaching staff. Alex had signed Gary for Dundee from Rangers while he was manager at Dens Park. I'm sure Gary will give his best for the club until then. He has been outstanding this season.

Bobby Cox and Alan Gordon..

Former Dundee captain Bobby Cox has died at the age of 76. Cox captained Dundee to the league title in 1962 and guided the team to European Cup victories against Cologne, Sporting Lisbon and Anderlecht. A lifelong supporter of the club, he retired in 1969 after 14 years at Dens Park, although he continued in a hospitality role at the stadium. A minute's applause was held as a mark of respect before Saturday's home win over Partick Thistle.
http://sport.scotsman.com/football/39Sir-Bobby39-Cox-Hero-who.6091829.jp

Sadly striker Alan Gordon has passed away as well, he played for Dundee between 1974-1976. he also played for Hearts, Hibs and Dundee United.
http://sport.scotsman.com/dundeefc/Alan-Gordon-the-thinking-man39s.6090056.jp

Dundee 1 Partick Th 0, Dens Park, First Division, 20/February/10

Dundee won this one thanks to a sixth minute goal from Eric Paton, his first of the season. The big news on Saturday was the passing of Bobby Cox. A true Dundee FC legend, in every sense of the word. A minute's applause was done in front the stand which bears Bobby's name, before kick-off. The game got off to a great start when a good move ended with Eric Paton shooting home beating the Partick keeper thanks to a wicked defection. Dundee had a lot of the ball, but created fews chances. Into the second half , the game followed the same pattern. Dundee were in no danger, with The Jags having 1 shot on target. So in the end 3 points, and a clean sheet. Raith Rovers next Saturday, away at Starks Park.

Dundee: Douglas, MacKenzie, Lauchlan, Malone, Paton, Kerr, Klimpl, Harkins, Forsyth, Griffiths, Hutchinson (McMenamin 75). Subs Not Used: Bullock, Young, Shinnie, Clarke.
Att: 5,216
Ref: J McKendrick

Dundee to Face Rovers

Dundee will face Raith Rovers in the 1/4 Final of the Scottish Cup, after they beat Aberdeen 1-0. A place in the Semi Finals is at stake, so a very tough game ahead.

Happy Days....

The team that marked me not missing a game for a season, I have not done that since. They played a lot of good football. But like us Dundee fans know we had a few let downs as well. The team spirit seemed very good within the squad. Happy days indeed.
http://dundeeshrine.blogspot.com/2010/02/dundee-skwad-1980-81.html

Dundee at Home...

Dundee will play Aberdeen or Raith Rovers at home in the 1/4 finals of the Scottish Cup, the tie will be played on 13th/14th of March.

Dundee 2 Ayr United 1, Dens Park, Scottish Cup, 06/February/10

Dundee scraped into the next round of the Scottish cup, I don't think they played all that bad. But again gave away a cheap goal, when slack play let Ayr in and McManus scored with ease. Not long after and Ayr could have made it 2 nil, but Gary macKenzie done well to block on the line. Dundee did have chances as well and when Leigh Griffiths broke clear, he played Gary Harkins in with only the keeper to beat. But somehow he put it wide. But on 41 mins Dundee drew level when Sparky's shot was blocked and new striker Ben Hutchinson shot home to level the tie at half-time. In the second half and Dundee basically dominated the game, with Ayr having little to offer, but it took a mistake from keeper Samson to give Dundee the victory, when from a Harkins cross he choose to punch the ball against Griffiths and the ball ended up in the net. That was about that, we go down to Ayr on league business on Saturday, we must stop giving soft goals away.
Dundee: Douglas, Paton, Klimpl, MacKenzie, Lauchlan, Forsyth, Malone, Kerr, Harkins, Griffiths (Shinnie 85)Hutchinson (McMenamin 80) Subs: Soutar, Hart, Young, (not used)

Dundee Sign Striker

Dundee have signed striker Ben Hutchison on loan from Celtic, the 22 year old will join his new team mates on Tuesday morning, Meanwhile defender Chris Casement has joined Linfield on loan to give him match action, as he has not played much this season.

Latest News From Dens......

Dundee have signed Andrew Shinnie on loan from Rangers, he was here last season. So a good signing for the second half of the season.

Dundee defender Gary MacKenzie has been linked with a move to MK Dons and Charlton, Dundee FC have offered Gary a new 3 year deal. Ex Manger Alex Rae is at MK Dons, time will tell if he goes or not.

Queen of the South 1 Dundee 1, Palmerston Park, First One, 23/Jan/10

Dundee got off to great start when Forsyth was fouled in the box, but Gary Harkins missed the spot kick. Soon after the Dens mens were to pay for that miss, when Queens scored from a free kick. Dundee battled away and had a few chances. But in 77 minutes on form striker Leigh Griffths scored a fine goal. It ended in a draw, so l suppose not too bad a result.
Dundee: Douglas, Paton, Benedictis (Clarke 65), Lauchlan, Malone, Forsyth, Kerr, Harkins, Hart, Griffiths, McMenamin. Subs Not Used: Soutar, Casement, Klimpl, Young.
Att: 3,415
Ref: Charles Richmond

Livingston 0 Dundee 1, Almondvale Stadium, Scottish Cup, 20/Jan/10

Dundee won this tie thanks to a wonder Gary Harkins goal, he blasted home from 25 yards in the 33rd minute. Dundee were given a good test from a young Livingston side, and can thank Derek Soutar's penalty save to keep Livi out. Dundee will play Ayr United at Dens in the next round.

Dundee 3 Dunfermline Ath 2, Dens Park, First Division, 17/Jan/10

Dundee's Leigh Griffiths fired a double as Dundee extended their lead at the top of Division One to 11 points. Griffiths scored the opener after converting Edward Malone's cross, but the Pars equalised courtesy of David Graham's 18-yard drive. The hosts went 2-1 up through Colin McMenamin's predatory finish before Andy Kirk equalised again for the Pars. Then with only eights minutes to go on form striker Griffiths blasted the winner home to send the home fans wild.
Dundee: Douglas, Paton, Benedictis, Lauchlan, Malone, Hart (Kerr 67), Klimpl, Forsyth, Griffiths (Clarke 86), McMenamin, Harkins. Subs Not Used: Soutar, Casement, Young.
Att: 5,201
Ref: I Brines

On Holiday

I'm on holiday in sunny Manila, I will update website when l get back on the 5th of February. Just hope that Dundee FC win this Saturday, and it's keeps our aim of promotion on track.

Lastest News From Dens Park..

Dundee have been given permission to speak to Falkirk's captain Darren Barr, whose is out of contract in the summer. Hearts and a string of Championship clubs are also interested so we can only hope Jocky Scott does the business.

Dundee will now play Livingston on Tuesday 19th of January in the 4th Round of the Scottish Cup, if a replay is needed it will take place on Thursday 21st of January. So the club face a lot of games in the next two weeks. First this Sunday when Dunfermline come to Dens for a vital league game, so we must focus on that for the meantime.

Manager Jocky Scott has been awarded the Irn Bru Phenomenal First Division Manager of the Month for December. That was after midfielder Gary Harkins picked up the player of the Month. Well done to the both of them.

Dundee have signed keeper Soapy Soutar until the end of the season, a good move seeing Tony Bullock is still out injured. Defender David Cowan should be back to near fitness in February, so his return will be a big boost. Dundee also failed in a loan bid for Celtic defender Darren O'Dea who has opted to go back to the Championship in England.

Dundee 0 Airdrie United 1, Dens Park, First Division, 03-Jan-10

In a game that beat the weather, it turned out to be a bad start to 2010 for Dundee when they lost 1-0 to lowly Airdrie. In a game where l think we played okay at times, but did not take our chances when early on Pat Clark hit the bar when a wee bit luck it goes in. Then Ritchei Hart id fouled in the box and a penalty is given. On fire Leigh Griffiths steps up but Airdrie keeper Robertson makes a good save. Then Airdrie go up the park soon after and they also win a penalty, it looked soft to me but O'Carroll scores with ease. Then things got even harder when Gary MacKenzie gets sent off for a challenge on the Airdrie keeper after he spills the ball. Into the second half and we just can't break down the Airdrie defence, the visitor should have scored a second when Malone lost the ball at the edge of the box and O'Carroll blasted wildly over from 12 yards. Dundee did create a great chance near the end and Ritchie Hart should have scored but shot against the keepers legs. So time ran out and our home record was gone, Airdrie deserve their win, and Dundee must improve in some departments to get back to winning ways. I also think we missed Gary Harkins today, so glad he misses just the one game.

Dundee: Douglas, Paton, MacKenzie, Lauchlan, Malone, Hart, Kerr, Klimpl (Young 76), Forsyth, Clarke (McMenamin 62), Griffiths. Subs Not Used: Soutar, Benedictis, Casement.
Att: 4,319
Ref: C Brown

After viewing the highlights on DFC TV is was a penalty to Airdrie.

Game On.........

Pitch has passed it's inspection at 10am, so great news the Game is on.