Friday, May 09, 2014
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Dundee Pay The Price For Missed Chances.............
Morton 0, Dundee 0, Cappielow, SPFL Championship, 19-April-14
Dundee travelled through to Cappielow on Saturday to take on bottom club Morton to try and secure a vital three points in the race for the Championship title. But sadly it was the home side that took all three points as Dundee were left to rue missed chances.
They started with the same team as last week and started well and forced corner after corner but the delivery on these were very poor from Riley and later McAlister started taken them as Dundee tried to make their pressure tell. Morton got to half-time as Dundee piled forward but failed to trouble the Morton keeper.
Second half and after Nade came on for Wighton the big striker missed a great chance after Kerr had played him in but sadly he put the ball wide with the goal gaping. A few minutes later and McDonald should have scored when from six yards he shot straight at the keeper really it should have been a goal. But with games like this Dundee got hit with a sucker punch when good play from Vine and his cut back was fired home by Imrie to give the home side a good win. Dundee tried to push for a late goal but Morton held on.
Today Dundee failed to make good use from their pressure 16 corners and 20 shots at goal with only 6 on target tells it own story. It now makes the Alloa game a must win as Hamilton went top again after beating Alloa 2-1 at New Douglas Park.
Dundee: Letheren, Kerr (Beattie 79), Gallagher, Davidson, Dyer, Boyle, Rae, McAlister, Riley, Wighton (Nade 61), MacDonald.
Ref: M. Northcroft
Att: 2,117
Dundee travelled through to Cappielow on Saturday to take on bottom club Morton to try and secure a vital three points in the race for the Championship title. But sadly it was the home side that took all three points as Dundee were left to rue missed chances.
They started with the same team as last week and started well and forced corner after corner but the delivery on these were very poor from Riley and later McAlister started taken them as Dundee tried to make their pressure tell. Morton got to half-time as Dundee piled forward but failed to trouble the Morton keeper.
Second half and after Nade came on for Wighton the big striker missed a great chance after Kerr had played him in but sadly he put the ball wide with the goal gaping. A few minutes later and McDonald should have scored when from six yards he shot straight at the keeper really it should have been a goal. But with games like this Dundee got hit with a sucker punch when good play from Vine and his cut back was fired home by Imrie to give the home side a good win. Dundee tried to push for a late goal but Morton held on.
Today Dundee failed to make good use from their pressure 16 corners and 20 shots at goal with only 6 on target tells it own story. It now makes the Alloa game a must win as Hamilton went top again after beating Alloa 2-1 at New Douglas Park.
Dundee: Letheren, Kerr (Beattie 79), Gallagher, Davidson, Dyer, Boyle, Rae, McAlister, Riley, Wighton (Nade 61), MacDonald.
Ref: M. Northcroft
Att: 2,117
Dundee Shine At Home At Last......
Dundee 4 Cowdenbeath 0, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 12-April-14
Dundee moved two points clear of Hamilton as the dark blues beat Cowdenbeath at Dens by four goals to nil. This is the best l have seen Dundee play at home all season.
Team wise Cammy Kerr came in for the suspended Gary Irvine and young striker Craig Wighton started upfront. The home side took the lead after only 4 minutes gone with a delightful move started with a cool pass which gave Craig Wighton a opening and the young striker took it coolly to slot home from 15 yards. A great start and it set the tone for the rest of the game, Dundee kept up the pressure and made it 2-0 just before half-time when Wighton played a great pass to sent Martin Boyle clear and the striker smashed the ball home to the delight of the home fans.
Second half and Dundee continued to play The Blue Brazil happy to try and keep the score down, so no big surprise when Jim McAlister scored the third goal after good wing play and cross from Nicky Riley. The fourth and final goal came soon after Wighton again played in Martin Boyle who fired in a unstoppable shot which had the Dens Park Fans shouting for more.
Dundee used their subs to give run outs to Nade, Conroy and Beattie. A good win and news that Hamilton had dropped points it happy Dundee fans heading home.
Dundee: Letheren, Kerr, Davidson, Gallagher, Dyer, Boyle, Rae, McAlister, Riley (78), Wighton (Beattie 81), MacDonald (Nadé 73).
Ref: C. Thomson
Att:4,751
Dundee moved two points clear of Hamilton as the dark blues beat Cowdenbeath at Dens by four goals to nil. This is the best l have seen Dundee play at home all season.
Team wise Cammy Kerr came in for the suspended Gary Irvine and young striker Craig Wighton started upfront. The home side took the lead after only 4 minutes gone with a delightful move started with a cool pass which gave Craig Wighton a opening and the young striker took it coolly to slot home from 15 yards. A great start and it set the tone for the rest of the game, Dundee kept up the pressure and made it 2-0 just before half-time when Wighton played a great pass to sent Martin Boyle clear and the striker smashed the ball home to the delight of the home fans.
Second half and Dundee continued to play The Blue Brazil happy to try and keep the score down, so no big surprise when Jim McAlister scored the third goal after good wing play and cross from Nicky Riley. The fourth and final goal came soon after Wighton again played in Martin Boyle who fired in a unstoppable shot which had the Dens Park Fans shouting for more.
Dundee used their subs to give run outs to Nade, Conroy and Beattie. A good win and news that Hamilton had dropped points it happy Dundee fans heading home.
Dundee: Letheren, Kerr, Davidson, Gallagher, Dyer, Boyle, Rae, McAlister, Riley (78), Wighton (Beattie 81), MacDonald (Nadé 73).
Ref: C. Thomson
Att:4,751
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Dundee Sign Striker Greg Stewart
Dundee have signed Cowdenbeath striker Greg Stewart for next season. The player has agreed a pre-contract with the Dark Blues and will join Paul Hartley’s squad in the summer. Stewart has played 132 times for the Central Park club, scoring 36 goals.
It was also confirmed that Carlo Monti has left the club after playing 19 times and scoring 2 goals during his time at Dens Park
Share Of The Spoils At New Douglas Park
Hamilton Accies 1, Dundee 1, New Douglas Park, SPFL Championship, 5th-April-14
Dundee fans came out in big numbers to support the club at Hamilton last Saturday in the vital game between the joint league leaders. The pubs before the game were busy and it was good to see a few well known faces and fellow Dundee supporters.
Team wise Nicky Riley and Kevin McBride came in for Craig Beattie and Adam Cummins with Iain Davidson dropping back to a central defence role. The game started slowly for both sides playing tight football with Riley looking sharp but like Hamilton did not create anything clear chance wise. But with 10 minutes until half-time Dundee took the lead a McDonald free kick came back off the wall and when it was played back in by Dyer Accies failed to clear and McBride headed it down to Martin Boyle who side footed home to send the DFC fans wild with delight. Just minutes later and it could have been two with McDonald put his shot just over the bar.
Second half and Dundee started brightly with two good efforts on goal the second one from Boyle forced the Accies keeper into a fine save as Dundee looked to kill the game. Soon after and Iain Davidson had to go off with a injury it was to prove the turning point as Hamilton took the game to their visitors. With 20 minutes to go Hamilton got level when ex-dee striker Antoine Curier beat Cummins in the air to head home. Both teams then made mistakes as the flowing football had stopped and players made basic mistakes fear off losing the game. Beattie and Conroy came on as Dundee tried to change it, but in the end a draw was fair on the day.
Dundee; Letheren, Irvine, Dyer, Gallagher, Davidson (Cummins 57), Rae, McBride, Boyle, McAlister, Riley (Conroy 74), MacDonald (Beattie 68).
Dundee fans came out in big numbers to support the club at Hamilton last Saturday in the vital game between the joint league leaders. The pubs before the game were busy and it was good to see a few well known faces and fellow Dundee supporters.
Team wise Nicky Riley and Kevin McBride came in for Craig Beattie and Adam Cummins with Iain Davidson dropping back to a central defence role. The game started slowly for both sides playing tight football with Riley looking sharp but like Hamilton did not create anything clear chance wise. But with 10 minutes until half-time Dundee took the lead a McDonald free kick came back off the wall and when it was played back in by Dyer Accies failed to clear and McBride headed it down to Martin Boyle who side footed home to send the DFC fans wild with delight. Just minutes later and it could have been two with McDonald put his shot just over the bar.
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| Ready For The Kick Off |
Second half and Dundee started brightly with two good efforts on goal the second one from Boyle forced the Accies keeper into a fine save as Dundee looked to kill the game. Soon after and Iain Davidson had to go off with a injury it was to prove the turning point as Hamilton took the game to their visitors. With 20 minutes to go Hamilton got level when ex-dee striker Antoine Curier beat Cummins in the air to head home. Both teams then made mistakes as the flowing football had stopped and players made basic mistakes fear off losing the game. Beattie and Conroy came on as Dundee tried to change it, but in the end a draw was fair on the day.
Dundee; Letheren, Irvine, Dyer, Gallagher, Davidson (Cummins 57), Rae, McBride, Boyle, McAlister, Riley (Conroy 74), MacDonald (Beattie 68).
Monday, March 31, 2014
News From Dens Park............
Dundee lost top spot in the Championship when they lost 1-0 to third placed Falkirk, the only goal came from a cross from Miller which was headed home by Mark Beck at the far post. By reports Dundee had started well and had various chances before the goal and after but failed to take them.
Second half they were much poorer and Kyle Letheren saved a penalty to stop it being 2-0. Dundee failed to get the vital goal for us to grab a point. Hamilton drew 1-1 at Cowdenbeath with the Blue Brazil scoring in the 95th minute to help us in the title run in. Hamilton go top on more goals scored. The lack of goals being scored is becoming a worry for me. Hopeful next Saturday's visit to New Douglas Park is the best time to start...
Second half they were much poorer and Kyle Letheren saved a penalty to stop it being 2-0. Dundee failed to get the vital goal for us to grab a point. Hamilton drew 1-1 at Cowdenbeath with the Blue Brazil scoring in the 95th minute to help us in the title run in. Hamilton go top on more goals scored. The lack of goals being scored is becoming a worry for me. Hopeful next Saturday's visit to New Douglas Park is the best time to start...
Dundee win but fail to Impress....
Dundee 1 Queen of the South 0, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 25-March-14
Dundee beat Queen of the South at Dens on Tusday night, but they struggled in the first half with the Doonhammers having some good chances but failed to take. Dundee did very little in the opening period and they can be thankful Kyle Letheren was in fine form. Adam Cumming was making his debut and fitted well into the defence.
Second half was much better with Dundee starting to push forward and create some chances, but the breakthrough goal arrived on 57minutes when a McAlister cross was headed home by midfielder Iain Davidson to the relief of the Dundee fans. Then another chance came after a MacDonald back heel set up Gavin Rae but shot wildly wide of the goal. Nade came on for Riley to try and get the second killer goal to finish the game.
Striker Boyle had a great chance but chose to have a shot which the keeper saved instead of picking out McAlister who was clear. Dundee held out for the three points.
Next up is Falkirk who we haven't beaten all season so far.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Cummins, Dyer, Davidson, Rae, Riley (Nade 72), Boyle, McAlister, MacDonald (Conroy 80). Subs: Twardzik, Lockwood, Conroy, Nade, Beattie, Doris, Reid.
Att: 3,999
Ref: Euan Anderson
Dundee beat Queen of the South at Dens on Tusday night, but they struggled in the first half with the Doonhammers having some good chances but failed to take. Dundee did very little in the opening period and they can be thankful Kyle Letheren was in fine form. Adam Cumming was making his debut and fitted well into the defence.
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| Dundee players celebrate the winning goal |
Second half was much better with Dundee starting to push forward and create some chances, but the breakthrough goal arrived on 57minutes when a McAlister cross was headed home by midfielder Iain Davidson to the relief of the Dundee fans. Then another chance came after a MacDonald back heel set up Gavin Rae but shot wildly wide of the goal. Nade came on for Riley to try and get the second killer goal to finish the game.
Striker Boyle had a great chance but chose to have a shot which the keeper saved instead of picking out McAlister who was clear. Dundee held out for the three points.
Next up is Falkirk who we haven't beaten all season so far.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Cummins, Dyer, Davidson, Rae, Riley (Nade 72), Boyle, McAlister, MacDonald (Conroy 80). Subs: Twardzik, Lockwood, Conroy, Nade, Beattie, Doris, Reid.
Att: 3,999
Ref: Euan Anderson
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Dundee Win At Dumbarton .......Just
Dumbarton 0, Dundee 1, Bet Butler Stadium, SPFL Championship, 22nd-March-14.
Dundee scraped through at Dumbarton on Saturday after the home team nearly done enough to earn some points. The dark blues started the game poorly and looked all over the place at the back. Early on Letheren had to look sharp to deny a goal. It then looked as if Dumbarton should have taken the lead when Letheren fumbled a Turner header over the line it looked a goal to me but it was ruled off for a foul in the box, to be fair it did not look much. Dundee did not heed this warning and they were saved a few times with Letheren making some good saves, the pace of Chris Kane was causing problems for the Dark Blues defence. I was glad to see half-time with the score still at 0-0.
Second half and Dundee were much better but struggled to get shots on goal, with only a Nade header on target to show for their efforts. Manager Hartley made changes with McDonald coming on for Nade who l thought had played okay with some neat flick on play. Later Craig Beattie came on the big striker has been out injured for before Christmas. But with the time running out Dundee were handed a gift when a long hopeful ball was headed out poorly by the keeper and Peter McDonald kept his composure and score from a very tight angle which saw the Dundee fans go wild with delight and relief that we had maybe snatched all three points. But only couple of minutes later and Benedictus gave away a needless penalty to give the Sons a chance to level, but Kyle Letheren stood strong to make a great save from Prunty,s spot-kick effort. This might prove vital in the run in with Hamilton winning 4-3 at Morton.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Dyer, Davidson, McBride (Rae), Riley, McAlister, Conroy (Beattie), Nade (MacDonald.
Second half and Dundee were much better but struggled to get shots on goal, with only a Nade header on target to show for their efforts. Manager Hartley made changes with McDonald coming on for Nade who l thought had played okay with some neat flick on play. Later Craig Beattie came on the big striker has been out injured for before Christmas. But with the time running out Dundee were handed a gift when a long hopeful ball was headed out poorly by the keeper and Peter McDonald kept his composure and score from a very tight angle which saw the Dundee fans go wild with delight and relief that we had maybe snatched all three points. But only couple of minutes later and Benedictus gave away a needless penalty to give the Sons a chance to level, but Kyle Letheren stood strong to make a great save from Prunty,s spot-kick effort. This might prove vital in the run in with Hamilton winning 4-3 at Morton.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Dyer, Davidson, McBride (Rae), Riley, McAlister, Conroy (Beattie), Nade (MacDonald.
Ref: Brian Colvin
Att: 1,222
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Young Players Released.
Gary Duggan and James Thomson have left the club, they both played for the reserves this season. Thomson had been the captain and also had a plan spell at East Fife. Best of luck in the future .
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Falkirk 2 Dundee 0, Falkirk Stadium, SPFL Championship, 25-Feb-13
Dundee were well beaten on Saturday at the Falkirk Stadium, the home side won 2-0 and now sit above the dark blues. Manager John Brown made five changes and started with a 3-5-2 formation which failed earlier in the season.
By match reports they struggled big time with the new signing making little impact. Stephen Hughes was replaced at halftime, with Christian Nade came off after keeper Letheren gave away a penalty. Sub keeper Dan Twardzik saved the spot kick to give Dundee some hope. Falkirk had scored early in the first half.
They scored again when Loy made up for his penalty miss. I can see Dundee struggling now as I'm not impressed with the new signings. Sadly l can't see them improving the team. Time will tell and hope they prove me wrong.
By match reports they struggled big time with the new signing making little impact. Stephen Hughes was replaced at halftime, with Christian Nade came off after keeper Letheren gave away a penalty. Sub keeper Dan Twardzik saved the spot kick to give Dundee some hope. Falkirk had scored early in the first half.
They scored again when Loy made up for his penalty miss. I can see Dundee struggling now as I'm not impressed with the new signings. Sadly l can't see them improving the team. Time will tell and hope they prove me wrong.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Monday, January 20, 2014
Hamilton Game....
Dundee's game at Dens on Saturday was called off due to a waterlogged pitch. The game will now be played on Saturday the 8th of February with a 3pm kick-off.
Dundee Sign Striker......
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Dundee Sign Stephen Hughes
Dens Poor Form Continues For Dundee
Dundee's recent form at Dens Park has been very poor this season and again the home side struggled to find any kind of form. They were dealt a blow when is was revealed that striker Peter MacDonald would miss the game with a ankle injury. Manager John Brown started with Wighton and Boyle upfront. Letheren returned to play in goals, but no starting place for Adam Cummings in the Dundee defence.
Livi started the better and took the game to Dundee they looked very well organised and it might prove hard for Dundee to break them down. It was no surprise when the visitors took the lead slack marking in the box and up popped ex-dee Mark Burchill to head home from around 7 yards. A shocking goal to lose. Dundee went on to have a lot of the ball but failed to create clear cut chances. The only one fell to Ryan Conroy who could only poorly shoot his effort against the keeper when in a goal scoring area.
Second half and we were not much better too slow from midfield and with strikers struggling the manager put on Monti and McIntosh to try to gee things up. They put effort in but the bottom line is they struggle to break teams down at Dens. I think we need a forward attacking midfielder and a attacking winger, both must have pace as we are lacking that at the moment. We also need a striker to cover the injury to Craig Beattie and also take the pressure off the young strikers we have at the club.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson, Lockwood, Rae, McBride, Conroy, McAlister, Boyle, Wighton. Subs; Twardzik (gk), Dyer, McIntosh, Monti, Benedictus, Cummins, Kerr
Att: 4,367
Referee: S. McLean
Livi started the better and took the game to Dundee they looked very well organised and it might prove hard for Dundee to break them down. It was no surprise when the visitors took the lead slack marking in the box and up popped ex-dee Mark Burchill to head home from around 7 yards. A shocking goal to lose. Dundee went on to have a lot of the ball but failed to create clear cut chances. The only one fell to Ryan Conroy who could only poorly shoot his effort against the keeper when in a goal scoring area.
Second half and we were not much better too slow from midfield and with strikers struggling the manager put on Monti and McIntosh to try to gee things up. They put effort in but the bottom line is they struggle to break teams down at Dens. I think we need a forward attacking midfielder and a attacking winger, both must have pace as we are lacking that at the moment. We also need a striker to cover the injury to Craig Beattie and also take the pressure off the young strikers we have at the club.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson, Lockwood, Rae, McBride, Conroy, McAlister, Boyle, Wighton. Subs; Twardzik (gk), Dyer, McIntosh, Monti, Benedictus, Cummins, Kerr
Att: 4,367
Referee: S. McLean
Ian Redford 1960-2014
Sadly Ex Dundee player Ian Redford passed away on Friday, he played 104 games and scoring 39 goals for the dark blues before he was sold for £210,000 to Rangers. he went on to play for Dundee United, Ipswich Town, Brechin City and then finished his career at Raith Rovers....
Defender Joins On Loan
Fine Start to 2014
Raith Rovers 0 Dundee 2, Starks Park, SPFL Championship, 02-January-2014
Dundee's New Year got off to a great start result wise with a fine win at Raith Rovers, two late goals from Jim McAlister sealed the points for the Dark Blues. On what l seen from the highlights and talking to DFC fans who were there it was quite a even game until the sending off. Then it turned Dundee's way, but even at 1-0 John Gibson had to make a couple of good saves to stop Raith grabbing a point.
The first goal was when Dundee were piling on the pressure near the end and the Rovers keeper dropped the ball, and Jim McAlister kept his cool to side footed the ball home to sent the Dundee fans wild, then a couple of minutes later it was 2-0 Gibson saved it was then cleared up to a Rovers player near the half way line, in nipped Wighton to nick the ball and he played a great pass to set Jim McAlister free who round the goalkeeper and then side footed the ball home.
By reports John Gibson played well when he had to replace Kyle Letheren who had injured himself taking a high cross.
Great three points for the Dark Blues and a Happy Start to Year 2014
Dundee: Letheren (Gibson 58)Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Lockwood, McAlister, McBride, Rae, Conroy; MacDonald, Boyle (Wighton 84). Unused Subs: O'Donnell, Dyer, Monti, McIntosh, Kerr
Dundee's New Year got off to a great start result wise with a fine win at Raith Rovers, two late goals from Jim McAlister sealed the points for the Dark Blues. On what l seen from the highlights and talking to DFC fans who were there it was quite a even game until the sending off. Then it turned Dundee's way, but even at 1-0 John Gibson had to make a couple of good saves to stop Raith grabbing a point.
The first goal was when Dundee were piling on the pressure near the end and the Rovers keeper dropped the ball, and Jim McAlister kept his cool to side footed the ball home to sent the Dundee fans wild, then a couple of minutes later it was 2-0 Gibson saved it was then cleared up to a Rovers player near the half way line, in nipped Wighton to nick the ball and he played a great pass to set Jim McAlister free who round the goalkeeper and then side footed the ball home.
By reports John Gibson played well when he had to replace Kyle Letheren who had injured himself taking a high cross.
Great three points for the Dark Blues and a Happy Start to Year 2014
Dundee: Letheren (Gibson 58)Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Lockwood, McAlister, McBride, Rae, Conroy; MacDonald, Boyle (Wighton 84). Unused Subs: O'Donnell, Dyer, Monti, McIntosh, Kerr
Friday, January 03, 2014
Fine Six Points For The Dark Blues.
Dundee 3, Dumbarton 0, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 28th-December-2013
Dundee beat plucky Dumbarton 3-0 in a game which they had to battle all the way. Dumbarton were not easy to break down and could have been 1-0 in the first half after a incredible miss from Fleming with Gallagher doing well to clear on the line. Peter MacDonald scored a minute to put the dee ahead with a fine finish across the keeper to net high. Back came the Sons and they looked to have levelled when Prunty's shot to looked to have been over the line, but the linesman and Referee waved play on and it turned the game Dundee's way when two late goals from Kevin McBride ( a cracking shot from the edge of the box)and Peter MacDonald got his second shooting home on the turn, after good play from Monti. A good result for Dundee and puts them clear at the top.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Lockwood, Riley (Conroy 38), Rae, McBride (O'Donnell 90), McAlister, Boyle (Monti 69), MacDonald. Unused Subs; Gibson, Dyer, McIntosh, Kerr.
Att:4,489
Ref: B.Colvin
My MoM; Kyle Letheren
Alloa Ath 0, Dundee 1, Recreation Park, SPFL Championship, 21st-December-2013
Dundee claimed all three points with a well deserved win, going by reports they played well and made plenty chances. The vital goal came on 67 minutes when a good run by Lockwood firstly played a one-two with Riley then his deep cross was headed back by Boyle for Peter MacDonald to nod home. A fine goal to win any game and a massive three points for the Dark Blues.
Dundee; Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson, Lockwood, Riley, McBride (Conroy 81), Rae, McAlister, MacDonald (Benedictus 89), Boyle (Monti 84). Unused Subs; Gibson, Dyer, McIntosh, O'Donnell.
Att; 1,170
Ref: E. Anderson
Dundee beat plucky Dumbarton 3-0 in a game which they had to battle all the way. Dumbarton were not easy to break down and could have been 1-0 in the first half after a incredible miss from Fleming with Gallagher doing well to clear on the line. Peter MacDonald scored a minute to put the dee ahead with a fine finish across the keeper to net high. Back came the Sons and they looked to have levelled when Prunty's shot to looked to have been over the line, but the linesman and Referee waved play on and it turned the game Dundee's way when two late goals from Kevin McBride ( a cracking shot from the edge of the box)and Peter MacDonald got his second shooting home on the turn, after good play from Monti. A good result for Dundee and puts them clear at the top.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Benedictus, Lockwood, Riley (Conroy 38), Rae, McBride (O'Donnell 90), McAlister, Boyle (Monti 69), MacDonald. Unused Subs; Gibson, Dyer, McIntosh, Kerr.
Att:4,489
Ref: B.Colvin
My MoM; Kyle Letheren
Alloa Ath 0, Dundee 1, Recreation Park, SPFL Championship, 21st-December-2013
Dundee claimed all three points with a well deserved win, going by reports they played well and made plenty chances. The vital goal came on 67 minutes when a good run by Lockwood firstly played a one-two with Riley then his deep cross was headed back by Boyle for Peter MacDonald to nod home. A fine goal to win any game and a massive three points for the Dark Blues.
Dundee; Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson, Lockwood, Riley, McBride (Conroy 81), Rae, McAlister, MacDonald (Benedictus 89), Boyle (Monti 84). Unused Subs; Gibson, Dyer, McIntosh, O'Donnell.
Att; 1,170
Ref: E. Anderson
Dundee Drop Points...............
Dundee 1, Cowdenbeath 2, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 14th-December-2013
Dundee lost to Cowdenbeath at Dens Park on Saturday. The score line does not give justice to Cowdenbeath who on the day were the better side. The warning signs were there for Dundee when Kane Hemming's penalty was well saved by Letheren. In a terrible first half Dundee struggled badly and the hopes that the second half would be better were dashed when Hemming's scored after a defensive error from Davidson. Dundee tried to get back into and were thrown a lifeline when Jim McAlister scored with a well placed shot to give some cheer to the dark blue fans.
But five minutes later the Blue Brazil scored what proved to be the winner, a cross ball was not cleared and Morton slammed the ball home, another defensive error for the dark blues in a display to forget. Let's hope they can pull off a result next week away to Alloa Ath.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Gallagher, Riley, Conroy, McAlister, Rae, McDonald, Beattie. Subs: Gibson, Monti, McBride, Benedictus, McIntosh, Wighton
Att: 3,533
Ref: G Salmond
Dundee lost to Cowdenbeath at Dens Park on Saturday. The score line does not give justice to Cowdenbeath who on the day were the better side. The warning signs were there for Dundee when Kane Hemming's penalty was well saved by Letheren. In a terrible first half Dundee struggled badly and the hopes that the second half would be better were dashed when Hemming's scored after a defensive error from Davidson. Dundee tried to get back into and were thrown a lifeline when Jim McAlister scored with a well placed shot to give some cheer to the dark blue fans.
But five minutes later the Blue Brazil scored what proved to be the winner, a cross ball was not cleared and Morton slammed the ball home, another defensive error for the dark blues in a display to forget. Let's hope they can pull off a result next week away to Alloa Ath.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Gallagher, Riley, Conroy, McAlister, Rae, McDonald, Beattie. Subs: Gibson, Monti, McBride, Benedictus, McIntosh, Wighton
Att: 3,533
Ref: G Salmond
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Dundee Go Top.....
Morton 1, Dundee 2, Cappielow, SPFL Championship, 07-December-2013
Dundee beat Morton 2-1 in a well deserved win at Cappielow it moved the Dark Blues top of the league on goal difference. Craig Beattie opened the scoring on 15 minutes when he rounded the keeper to finish a fine move. Declan Gallagher doubled Dundee's lead when he headed home from a corner right on half-time. Although Morton pulled a goal back in the second half Dundee still had enough chances to settled the game , but they held out to win the game and claim all three points.
Dundee beat Morton 2-1 in a well deserved win at Cappielow it moved the Dark Blues top of the league on goal difference. Craig Beattie opened the scoring on 15 minutes when he rounded the keeper to finish a fine move. Declan Gallagher doubled Dundee's lead when he headed home from a corner right on half-time. Although Morton pulled a goal back in the second half Dundee still had enough chances to settled the game , but they held out to win the game and claim all three points.
Wednesday, December 04, 2013
Poor Show From The Dark Blues......
Dundee 0 Raith Rovers 1, Scottish Cup, Dens Park, 30-Nov-13
After the high from last Saturday's performance at Hamilton, Dundee were brought back down to earth when they were beaten 1-0 by Raith Rovers in the Scottish Cup.
The Rovers started the better side and after a surging run by Thomson he was tackled in the box as the fans waited to see if it was a free kick or Penalty. The Referee played on Dundee's Gary Irvine passed the ball back to keeper Kyle Letheren who was out of position and the ball ended up in the net for a bizarre own goal. This was on Eight minutes gone in the tie but sadly Dundee struggled to get going the midfield were really poor and it must have hard for the strikers to create anything. Rovers were not much better as the first half closed the Dundee Fans were hoping for a better second half.
Manager John Brown put on Martin Boyle in place of Craig Wighton to try and boost the strike force, but sadly we still struggled to make a impact. Only for a ten minute spell you would have thought it was a Scottish Cup Tie with Dens Park being very quiet this afternoon.
Dundee put on Beattie and Monti during the second half to no avail and although the Rovers were not great they deserved to go through to the next round.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson Lockwood (Monti 82), Riley, McAlister, Rae, Conroy(Beattie 61), MacDonald, Wighton (Boyle 45). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, McBride, Doris, and Thomson.
Referee: S McLean
Att: 3,184
MoM: Peter MacDonald
After the high from last Saturday's performance at Hamilton, Dundee were brought back down to earth when they were beaten 1-0 by Raith Rovers in the Scottish Cup.
The Rovers started the better side and after a surging run by Thomson he was tackled in the box as the fans waited to see if it was a free kick or Penalty. The Referee played on Dundee's Gary Irvine passed the ball back to keeper Kyle Letheren who was out of position and the ball ended up in the net for a bizarre own goal. This was on Eight minutes gone in the tie but sadly Dundee struggled to get going the midfield were really poor and it must have hard for the strikers to create anything. Rovers were not much better as the first half closed the Dundee Fans were hoping for a better second half.
Manager John Brown put on Martin Boyle in place of Craig Wighton to try and boost the strike force, but sadly we still struggled to make a impact. Only for a ten minute spell you would have thought it was a Scottish Cup Tie with Dens Park being very quiet this afternoon.
Dundee put on Beattie and Monti during the second half to no avail and although the Rovers were not great they deserved to go through to the next round.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Gallagher, Davidson Lockwood (Monti 82), Riley, McAlister, Rae, Conroy(Beattie 61), MacDonald, Wighton (Boyle 45). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, McBride, Doris, and Thomson.
Referee: S McLean
Att: 3,184
MoM: Peter MacDonald
Monday, November 25, 2013
Dundee Pass The Six Point Tester
Hamilton Academicals 0, Dundee 3, SPFL Championship, New Douglas Park, 23-November-13
Dundee opened up the title race with a superb 3-0 win at leaders Hamilton Academicals, it might prove to be a massive turning point in this current season. A first half goal on 16 minutes from Iain Davidson settled Dundee when he turned and shot home high into a net, it looked poor defending in the lead up play from the Accies. That was the half time score with both teams having chances. Then on 57 minutes Declan Gallagher doubled Dundee's lead with a fine header. By reports that shattered Hamilton's confidence and Dundee finished the game with ease and to rubs salts Peter McDonald headed home after sub Martin Boyle's chip had come back off the bar in the last minute. A massive three points for the Dark Blues which would have send the Dundee fans home happy.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Riley (McBride (90), MacDonald (Beattie(90), Rae, Conroy, Gallagher, McAlister, Wighton (Boyle 81). Subs Not Used: Gibson, Monti, Doris, and Thomson.
Ref: B Madden
Att: 2,077
Dundee opened up the title race with a superb 3-0 win at leaders Hamilton Academicals, it might prove to be a massive turning point in this current season. A first half goal on 16 minutes from Iain Davidson settled Dundee when he turned and shot home high into a net, it looked poor defending in the lead up play from the Accies. That was the half time score with both teams having chances. Then on 57 minutes Declan Gallagher doubled Dundee's lead with a fine header. By reports that shattered Hamilton's confidence and Dundee finished the game with ease and to rubs salts Peter McDonald headed home after sub Martin Boyle's chip had come back off the bar in the last minute. A massive three points for the Dark Blues which would have send the Dundee fans home happy.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Riley (McBride (90), MacDonald (Beattie(90), Rae, Conroy, Gallagher, McAlister, Wighton (Boyle 81). Subs Not Used: Gibson, Monti, Doris, and Thomson.
Ref: B Madden
Att: 2,077
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Late Goal Deny The Dark Blues
Dundee 1 Falkirk 1, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 16-August-13
Dundee came close to claiming three points on Saturday, but were denied when a late Falkirk goal two minutes into injury time. The final score was 1-1 and it now makes the trip to Hamilton next week more important.
Dundee were slightly the better side with Nicky Riley causing the home defence some problems, but soon after Dundee took the lead when the referee pointed to the spot after a needless handball from the bairns defender. Ryan Conroy scored with ease sending the keeper the wrong way. A couple of minutes later Falkirk thought they had scored but thankfully the linesman had his flag for offside. Then Iain Davidson had to be alert after Garry Irvine had nearly headed home a own goal when their was no danger. Falkirk had a great chance just before half-time when they broke clear but Letheren pulled off two great save to deny the Falkirk striker who looked certain to score.
Second half and things as a game did not get any better has Dundee struggled to pass the ball around, they did have a break away but sloppy passing and the chance was gone. Manager John Brown took off Wighton and put on McBride to try and shut up shop and protect our 1-0 lead. Kyle Letheren again saved the dark Blues with a great save tipping the ball round the post. Dundee continued to struggle and Falkirk looked certain to score again but the striker shot high and over the ball when it looked easier to hit the net. Carlo Monti came on for Riley but deep into injury time and the Bairns drew level with a lucky goal the ball coming off the face of Leahy and spun past Letheren to earn the visitors a draw.
No one can deny that Falkirk deserved at least a draw with Dundee struggling all afternoon, they will have to do better next week at Hamilton where they can't afford to lose. It was good to see Stephen O'Donnell on the bench after his fight back to fitness.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Riley (Monti (90), Macdonald, Rae, Conroy, Gallagher, McAlister, Wighton (McBride (69). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, O'Donnell, Doris, Boyle, and Thomson.
Ref: S. Reilly
Att: 4,661
My MoM: Kyle Letheren
Dundee were slightly the better side with Nicky Riley causing the home defence some problems, but soon after Dundee took the lead when the referee pointed to the spot after a needless handball from the bairns defender. Ryan Conroy scored with ease sending the keeper the wrong way. A couple of minutes later Falkirk thought they had scored but thankfully the linesman had his flag for offside. Then Iain Davidson had to be alert after Garry Irvine had nearly headed home a own goal when their was no danger. Falkirk had a great chance just before half-time when they broke clear but Letheren pulled off two great save to deny the Falkirk striker who looked certain to score.
Second half and things as a game did not get any better has Dundee struggled to pass the ball around, they did have a break away but sloppy passing and the chance was gone. Manager John Brown took off Wighton and put on McBride to try and shut up shop and protect our 1-0 lead. Kyle Letheren again saved the dark Blues with a great save tipping the ball round the post. Dundee continued to struggle and Falkirk looked certain to score again but the striker shot high and over the ball when it looked easier to hit the net. Carlo Monti came on for Riley but deep into injury time and the Bairns drew level with a lucky goal the ball coming off the face of Leahy and spun past Letheren to earn the visitors a draw.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Davidson, Riley (Monti (90), Macdonald, Rae, Conroy, Gallagher, McAlister, Wighton (McBride (69). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, O'Donnell, Doris, Boyle, and Thomson.
Ref: S. Reilly
Att: 4,661
My MoM: Kyle Letheren
Monday, November 11, 2013
Fine Win For The Dark Blues
Dundee 2 Raith Rovers 0, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 9th November 2013
Dundee beat Raith Rovers on Saturday by two goals to nil at Dens park on Saturday. It was a good performance but they really need to more ruthless in front of goal. It was very pleasing to witness Craig Wighton's first senior goal and he has become the youngest player to score for the Dundee FC first team.
Iain Davidson returned to the team after missing the Livi game two weeks ago. Raith started the better team but I did not like how they went down looking for free kicks all the time, the referee should have acted more quickly than he did. I'm sure Rovers fans will have another view from mine. The game did change on the sending off of Booth just after Ryan Conroy had put Dundee ahead with a superb free kick after the Rovers defender was booked for hand ball, he was send off for a foul on Riley.
Dundee had chance before half time but failed to take them. But four minutes into the second half and young star Craig Wighton scored with a cleverly placed header after good play from Conroy on the wing, this made the game more comfy for the home team. But really it should have been more than 2-0 but some poor finishing let the Dark Blues down. It ended 2-0 at the end but we must be happy to end Rovers run of ten games unbeaten run.
The team played well in staged but hopefully the injury to Matt Lockwood is not too bad, l thought that Peter MacDonald had a poor game today but he has been superb all season so won't be too critical of the striker.
Next up is Falkirk at Home then Hamilton away so two very important games for Dark Blues.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Gallagher, Davidson, Riley, Conroy, Rae, McAlister, Wighton, MacDonald. Subs: Twardzik (GK), McBride, Monti, Doris, Thomson, Boyle, Beattie.
Att: 5,064
Ref: A.Dallas
MoM: Craig Wighton.
Iain Davidson returned to the team after missing the Livi game two weeks ago. Raith started the better team but I did not like how they went down looking for free kicks all the time, the referee should have acted more quickly than he did. I'm sure Rovers fans will have another view from mine. The game did change on the sending off of Booth just after Ryan Conroy had put Dundee ahead with a superb free kick after the Rovers defender was booked for hand ball, he was send off for a foul on Riley.
Dundee had chance before half time but failed to take them. But four minutes into the second half and young star Craig Wighton scored with a cleverly placed header after good play from Conroy on the wing, this made the game more comfy for the home team. But really it should have been more than 2-0 but some poor finishing let the Dark Blues down. It ended 2-0 at the end but we must be happy to end Rovers run of ten games unbeaten run.
Next up is Falkirk at Home then Hamilton away so two very important games for Dark Blues.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Gallagher, Davidson, Riley, Conroy, Rae, McAlister, Wighton, MacDonald. Subs: Twardzik (GK), McBride, Monti, Doris, Thomson, Boyle, Beattie.
Att: 5,064
Ref: A.Dallas
MoM: Craig Wighton.
News from Dens....
Dundee have had three trialists at the club last week but Manager John Brown said they were not any better than was already at the club, two were from England and the another was from Belgium.
Livingston 2, Dundee 1, Energy Assets Arena, SPFL Championship, 26th October 2013
Dundee were beaten 2-1 at Livingston in what was described as a poor performance, they seemed to miss Iain Davidson at the back who was out injured. Peter McDonald put Dundee ahead with a fine volley after the striker had missed a penalty earlier. Livingston came back and levelled and the home side got a late winner to take all three points. The goal looked pretty a soft one to lose. Dundee will not have a game now for two weeks it has maybe come at the right time for the Dark Blues.
Livingston 2, Dundee 1, Energy Assets Arena, SPFL Championship, 26th October 2013
Dundee were beaten 2-1 at Livingston in what was described as a poor performance, they seemed to miss Iain Davidson at the back who was out injured. Peter McDonald put Dundee ahead with a fine volley after the striker had missed a penalty earlier. Livingston came back and levelled and the home side got a late winner to take all three points. The goal looked pretty a soft one to lose. Dundee will not have a game now for two weeks it has maybe come at the right time for the Dark Blues.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Beattie's Late Winner So Vital For The Dark Blues
Dundee 2 Queen of the South 1, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 12th October-2013
Dundee left it late but two late goals earn them three very vital points at Dens Park on Saturday. The only change in the team was young Craig Wighton starting in place of Craig Beattie who had picked up a knock last week he was on the bench.
Queens started better in the conditions which were pretty differcult due to the heavy rain which had fallen just before the game. But a good shot from Gavin Rae and a bit later from Ryan Conroy brought out fine saves from the Doonhammer's keeper. Then Peter MacDonald was unlucky with a great dipping shot which the keeper tipped over the bar. Queens nearly scored in a break away but lucky for the dark blues defender Gary Irvine cleared on the line when it looked a certain goal.
At the start of the second half Dundee upped the pace but did not create much on chances, then they seemed to lose the midfield battle for a wee while. Craig Beattie came on for Craig Wighton the 16 year old had done well his link up play is excellent.
The breakthrough came in 76 minutes when the Queens keeper made a mistake as he spilled Beattie's shot and from a tight angle Peter MacDonald scored with a delightful chip finish. But two minutes later it was all square again when Lyle shot home from 10 yards.
Dundee pushed for a winner Martin Boyle who had come on for Nicky Riley went a great run to give the Dundee fans hope of a late winner. And it came with minutes remaining. A Gary Irvine long throw was headed on by Peter MacDonald and it fell nice for striker Craig Beattie who smashed the ball home to sent Dens wild with joy. They held on for three vital points.
A big well done to the grounds men who worked so hard to get the game on it could have been easily called off.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine Lockwood, Gallagher, Davidson, Riley (Boyle(85), McAlister, Rae, Conroy, MacDonald (Doris (88), Wighton (Beattie(65). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, Kerr, Thomson, Thomson.
Att: 4,387
Ref: S.McLean
My MOM: Iain Davidson.
Dundee left it late but two late goals earn them three very vital points at Dens Park on Saturday. The only change in the team was young Craig Wighton starting in place of Craig Beattie who had picked up a knock last week he was on the bench.
Queens started better in the conditions which were pretty differcult due to the heavy rain which had fallen just before the game. But a good shot from Gavin Rae and a bit later from Ryan Conroy brought out fine saves from the Doonhammer's keeper. Then Peter MacDonald was unlucky with a great dipping shot which the keeper tipped over the bar. Queens nearly scored in a break away but lucky for the dark blues defender Gary Irvine cleared on the line when it looked a certain goal.
At the start of the second half Dundee upped the pace but did not create much on chances, then they seemed to lose the midfield battle for a wee while. Craig Beattie came on for Craig Wighton the 16 year old had done well his link up play is excellent.
Dundee pushed for a winner Martin Boyle who had come on for Nicky Riley went a great run to give the Dundee fans hope of a late winner. And it came with minutes remaining. A Gary Irvine long throw was headed on by Peter MacDonald and it fell nice for striker Craig Beattie who smashed the ball home to sent Dens wild with joy. They held on for three vital points.
A big well done to the grounds men who worked so hard to get the game on it could have been easily called off.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine Lockwood, Gallagher, Davidson, Riley (Boyle(85), McAlister, Rae, Conroy, MacDonald (Doris (88), Wighton (Beattie(65). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, Kerr, Thomson, Thomson.
Att: 4,387
Ref: S.McLean
My MOM: Iain Davidson.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Fine Win On The Road For The Dark Blues.
Dumbarton 1 Dundee 4, Bet Butler Stadium, SPFL Championship, 12-October-13
Dundee produced their best result goal wise at Dumbarton on Saturday, after a goalless first half. Peter MacDonald scored with a free kick after 48 minutes, then Ryan Conroy scored a cracker from 20 yards to double Dundee's lead. The third came when good work from McAlister who was fouled in the box, MacDonald made no mistake from the spot. Dumbarton pulled one back when Fleming scored a fine solo goal. With a couple of minutes from the end Gavin Rae got the fourth goal with a side foot finish after being set up by Wighton
Dundee produced their best result goal wise at Dumbarton on Saturday, after a goalless first half. Peter MacDonald scored with a free kick after 48 minutes, then Ryan Conroy scored a cracker from 20 yards to double Dundee's lead. The third came when good work from McAlister who was fouled in the box, MacDonald made no mistake from the spot. Dumbarton pulled one back when Fleming scored a fine solo goal. With a couple of minutes from the end Gavin Rae got the fourth goal with a side foot finish after being set up by Wighton
Wednesday, October 09, 2013
Cowdenbeath 0 Dundee 2, Central Park, SPFL Championship, 5th October 2013
It was a very nice day out last Saturday a quick train journey through to Cowdenbeath arriving at 12:55. A few pints in Wee Jimmies with Neil and Jim. As usual a few fellow DFC fans came and it was good to see them.This time getting into Central Park we were send round the long way and we were seated in the old stand where you get a good view. Dundee came out in dark blue with the only change was Lockwood replacing Dyer. I noticed that young Craig Wighton was on the bench.
Dundee started well and pushed the blue brazil back a bit with Nicky Riley coming close with a shot across the goal which just went wide. Cowden did have a half chance but Letheren was not trouble by the shot. Peter MacDonald should have scored but his first touch was not good enough and the chance was gone. McAlister shot just wide as Dundee pushed to get the opening goal. Then with 35 minutes gone a high through pass was controlled by Craig Beattie and striker sent a wonderful lob from 35 yards over the keeper and into the net. The big striker took the very well deserved applause from the Dundee fans.
No more goals but a very solid performance and a clean sheet as well which is a big bonus. A few teams will trip up at Central Park this season.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, Lockwood, Gallagher, Davidson, Riley(McBride (84), McAlister, Rae, Conroy, Beattie(Wighton(80), MacDonald(Doris(88). Subs Not Used: Twardzik, Benedictus, Reid and Boyle.
Att: 1,013
Ref: Greg Aitken.
Wednesday, October 02, 2013
Fine Win For The Dark Blues
Dens Park, Saturday 28th September-2013
Dundee beat Morton 3-1 on Saturday in a game which we needed to win to keep our challenge for the league on track. Morton who had beaten Celtic in the league cup would be no push overs. Morton took the lead after 22 minutes when Pecier headed home. By reports it was against the run of play with Dundee creating lots of chances.
Second half was only two minutes old when MacDonald scored to level things after good play from Nicky Riley, a few minutes later more good wing play from Nicky and MacDonald got his second goal with a fine finish. Then after 71 minutes Craig Beattie scored his first goal for the club with a fine strike to seal the three points for the dark blues.
What a difference a week makes and with the scores going Dundee's way for a change it was a good day all round. I'm looking forward to going to Cowdenbeath this Saturday.
Dundee beat Morton 3-1 on Saturday in a game which we needed to win to keep our challenge for the league on track. Morton who had beaten Celtic in the league cup would be no push overs. Morton took the lead after 22 minutes when Pecier headed home. By reports it was against the run of play with Dundee creating lots of chances.
Second half was only two minutes old when MacDonald scored to level things after good play from Nicky Riley, a few minutes later more good wing play from Nicky and MacDonald got his second goal with a fine finish. Then after 71 minutes Craig Beattie scored his first goal for the club with a fine strike to seal the three points for the dark blues.
What a difference a week makes and with the scores going Dundee's way for a change it was a good day all round. I'm looking forward to going to Cowdenbeath this Saturday.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Latest News and Results From Dens Park
I have missed the last three games and can't comment too much, just hope that the players get it together for the next game against Morton. I'm working again so will just have to wait until likely Cowdenbeath before l see them next.
On Tuesday Inverness Caley Thistle won 1-0 at Dens in the League Cup thanks to a early Billy McKay goal, what l have read and seen Dundee played well enough. It looked a very soft goal to lose and it's always hard to come back unless you can level the game quickly.
Next up was Falkirk away where they were well beaten 3-1 with the home side being 3-0 up, so the gap is now Eight points.
Dundee drew 0-0 with league leaders Hamilton Accies at Dens going by reports they were lucky not to lose.
On Tuesday Inverness Caley Thistle won 1-0 at Dens in the League Cup thanks to a early Billy McKay goal, what l have read and seen Dundee played well enough. It looked a very soft goal to lose and it's always hard to come back unless you can level the game quickly.
Next up was Falkirk away where they were well beaten 3-1 with the home side being 3-0 up, so the gap is now Eight points.
Dundee drew 0-0 with league leaders Hamilton Accies at Dens going by reports they were lucky not to lose.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
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