Dundee ended their run of defeats against City Rivals Dundee United with a wonderful 3-1 victory, travelling across to the game l knew it was our night and so it proved. Manager Paul Hartley made two changes to the team with drew at Inverness on Saturday with Jim McAlister and Paul Heffernan coming in for Simon Ferry and David Clarkson.
Dundee started the game really well and attacked from the kick-off the big Dundee crowd roared the team on as United struggled to cope. McAlister had a good shot saved before Greg Stewart put Dundee ahead when his shot went through the legs of the United's keeper, a complete howler for Cierzniak to sent the Dundee wild with delight. United got level soon after when Thomson was adjusted to handle the ball as he blocked a shot, a very soft award in my view. United scored from the spot and game was back on.
Dundee continued to go at United and went ahead again when James McPake headed home from a Stewart corner, it was a wonderful header bullet like which gave the United keeper no chance. United did try and attack but found the Dens Park rear guard in fine form. This was the half time with Dundee playing fight passion all the things you need in a derby.
Second half was much the same vein with Dundee playing need football and a third goal looked to be on the cards, it did arrive on 67 minutes when good play from Heffernan played Greg Stewart wide and his superb ball into the ball was tapped home by Paul Heffernan to seal the three points and Des Park went wild. Dundee saw the game out and only a great save from Cierniak stopped Stephen McGinn header from making it 4-1.
A wonderful night for us Dundee Fans it's been a long wait and enjoyed the beers afterwards.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, McAlister (Davidson 73), Thomson
McGowan, Stephen McGinn, Stewart (Harris 83) Heffernan (Clarkson 85) Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Wighton, Ferry, Gadzhalov
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Tuesday, April 07, 2015
Scott Bain
Inverness Caley Thistle 1, Dundee 1,
To the game itself Dundee mainly struggled in the first half they knocked the ball about well but created very little for the strikers. Inverness Caley Thistle looked dangerous and Scott Bin had to made a couple of decent saves to keep the score level at half-time. I was glad to see the whistle so Dundee could regroup for the second half.
They did start better in the second half and took the game to Caley Th and took the lead after 52 minutes when David Clarkson fired home from 12 yards after good play from Stewart and McGowan. Inverness levelled straight from the kick off when Shinnie shot home, a poor goal for Dundee to lose so soon after going ahead. Later on Caley Th hit the post. At least the second half was much better and both teams tried to win it.
But in the end a draw was a fair result Dundee will now prepare for the visit of City Rivals United this coming Wednesday. I enjoyed my day out with The Maltman Dark Blues a few beers and good company.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake (Davidson 61), Konrad, Dyer, Ferry (McAlister 69), Thomson
McGowan, Stephen McGinn, Stewart, Clarkson (Harris 81) Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Gadzhalov, Wighton, Heffernan
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Dundee 1, Aberdeen 1, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 21-March-15
It took a wee while for Dundee to settle and create their first chance and it could have a penalty after a lofted ball from McGinn found McGowan running into the box and Dons keeper Langfield took the midfielder out with a clumsy challenge. It looked a penalty to me but Craig Thomson said no and play was going from end to end. Dundee's next chance came when Stephen McGinn made a good run from midfield and his shot beat Langfield but it went just past the post. Aberdeen could have had a penalty when Willie Dyer blocked a shot which struck his hand to the surprise of everyone Thomson again waved away appeals from the Aberdeen players. Aberdeen did take the lead shortly before half-time when good play from Driver and his pass freed Adam Rooney who finished well. It was a poor goal from Dundee's point of view.
Second half and the game became very scrappy with both teams finding it hard to play flowing football, Adam Rooney might have scored again but Scott Bain made a fine save form the striker's header, but then Dundee created another great chance a ball was well played in the box and Clarkson missed it when it looked easier to score. But Dundee levelled on 68 minutes after good link up play from Harris and McGinn and S McGinn scored his first goal for the club with a neat finish at the front post. Dundee kept up the pressure and were unlucky not to snatch a winner. Aberdeen could have won it near the end but again Scott Bain made a good save to deny Niall McGinn.
It was good to see Greg Stewart get the last 20 minutes it will help his match fitness, for next up is a away trip up to Inverness in two weeks time.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Ferry (Stewart 64), Thomson, Harris (Wighton 81), Stephen McGinn, McGowan, Clarkson (Heffernan 73) Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Davidson, Gadzhalov, Black
Ref: C Thomson
Att: 7,014
Monday, March 02, 2015
Ross County 1, Dundee 0, Global Energy Stadium, 28-February-15
After a long Saturday at work l was hoping to be cheered up with a good Dundee result at Dingwall, but as usual it was another 1-0 defeat and poor performance up there. Paul McGowan missed out due to injury with Gary Harkins coming in.
The only chance in a poor first half was for County when Gardyne shot over from just inside the box, the highlights I have seen it looked like County won the midfield battle and when Greg Stewart had to go off injured due to some heavy challenges made Dundee struggle even more.
Second half and it was much the same vein with County looking more like to score Scott Bain made a good save with he touched a shot onto the post, but County's winner came in 65 minutes when Reckord tapped the ball home after good work by Gardyne. Soon after they hit the bar but as the game went out Dundee could not create any real chance in the final third of the pitch.
At least the teams around us in the league lost as well so we are still in the top six for now. The team now has a chance to recover as we don't have any games for a couple of weeks.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Stephen McGinn, Thomson (Ferry 60), Harris (Black 81), McAlister, Stewart (Wighton 44), Harkins. Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), McBride, Gadzhalov, Colquhoun.
Ref: A.Dallas
Att: 3,413
The only chance in a poor first half was for County when Gardyne shot over from just inside the box, the highlights I have seen it looked like County won the midfield battle and when Greg Stewart had to go off injured due to some heavy challenges made Dundee struggle even more.
Second half and it was much the same vein with County looking more like to score Scott Bain made a good save with he touched a shot onto the post, but County's winner came in 65 minutes when Reckord tapped the ball home after good work by Gardyne. Soon after they hit the bar but as the game went out Dundee could not create any real chance in the final third of the pitch.
At least the teams around us in the league lost as well so we are still in the top six for now. The team now has a chance to recover as we don't have any games for a couple of weeks.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Stephen McGinn, Thomson (Ferry 60), Harris (Black 81), McAlister, Stewart (Wighton 44), Harkins. Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), McBride, Gadzhalov, Colquhoun.
Ref: A.Dallas
Att: 3,413
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Striker Signs Pre-Contract
Motherwell 0, Dundee 1, Fir Park, SPFL Premiership, 21st February 2015
Dundee produced a fine professional performance on Saturday beating struggling Motherwell 1-0 at Fir Park, as expected Kevin Thomson came back into the side along side Willie Dyer and Greg Stewart. It was a positive Dundee that started the game knocking the ball quickly and working hard in all area's.
Dundee got the early goal on 12 minutes after some neat play from McGinn and Harris put Paul McGinn out wide and his cross/shot sailed over the Motherwell keeper George Long and into the net to give the visitors a vital lead. Dundee kept pushing forward and Long had to make saves from Stewart and Harris, also McGowan was unlucky with a well hit shot which just missed the goal.
Motherwell did have some shots as well but they were either wide or well blocked from the Dundee defence which looked very solid.
Second half was much the same vein with Dundee looking dangerous on the break, a Harris run and cross just needed a touch as the ball went across the six yard box. The home side lacked the fight they have been known to have over the years and look like a side that may go down.
As the clock ran down Hartley replaced McGowan and Stewart with Harkins and Clarkson who the well fans gave warm applause when he came on.
So another three points for Dundee who looked solid and they could have scored a few more goals.
It was also good to catch up with Motherwell fans George, Paul and Calum who I have known for a long time since meeting in Dundee in 1981 onwards. They are pretty convinced that their team are going down. I hope that is not the case but time will tell.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Stephen McGinn, Thomson, Harris, McGowan (Harkins 80) , McAlister, Stewart (Clarkson 82) Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), McBride, Black, Wighton, Allan
Ref: D Robertson.
Att: 4,282
Dundee got the early goal on 12 minutes after some neat play from McGinn and Harris put Paul McGinn out wide and his cross/shot sailed over the Motherwell keeper George Long and into the net to give the visitors a vital lead. Dundee kept pushing forward and Long had to make saves from Stewart and Harris, also McGowan was unlucky with a well hit shot which just missed the goal.
Motherwell did have some shots as well but they were either wide or well blocked from the Dundee defence which looked very solid.
Second half was much the same vein with Dundee looking dangerous on the break, a Harris run and cross just needed a touch as the ball went across the six yard box. The home side lacked the fight they have been known to have over the years and look like a side that may go down.
As the clock ran down Hartley replaced McGowan and Stewart with Harkins and Clarkson who the well fans gave warm applause when he came on.
So another three points for Dundee who looked solid and they could have scored a few more goals.
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| George, Calum, Myself and Paul |
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Stephen McGinn, Thomson, Harris, McGowan (Harkins 80) , McAlister, Stewart (Clarkson 82) Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), McBride, Black, Wighton, Allan
Ref: D Robertson.
Att: 4,282
Monday, February 16, 2015
Dundee 1, Partick Thistle 0, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 14-February-15
Partick started the better and could have scored in the opening minute but luckily for the dark blues Taylor put it wide from close range. Dundee might have scored a great through ball put McAlister clear but Scott Fox made a good save at the midfielders feet. Thistle had a few chance but they fell to their centre half and he was unable to get the ball on target. Dundee might have scored twice before the break first Alex Harris forced Fox into making a fine one handed save. Then a McPake header was cleared off the line.
Second half and Dundee made two changes with Gary Harkins on for Kosta Gadzhalov, and Willie Dyer replacing the injured Gary Irvine. That helped Dundee play a bit better and Harkins was making good passes and it helped Harris to get more into the game. With 20 minutes to go Craig Wighton replaced Paul Heffernan and as the game looked to be heading for a 0-0 draw. Dundee grabbed a injury time winner, good defending from Konrad his pass into midfield set free Harkins who played a delightful one-two with Wighton he calmly side stepped a tackle and played a great pass along the six yard box to Paul McGowan to side foot home the winner to send Dens wild he ran towards the Derry which went mental. Thistle went up the park and got a corner but the Dundee defence cleared as the Referee blew his whistle.
Not a great game and Partick Th will feel hard done by. But it's three massive points for Dundee which puts them into the Top Six.
Dundee: Bain, Paul McGinn, McPake, Konrad, Irvine (Dyer HT), Stephen McGinn, Gadzhalov (Harkins HT), Harris, McGowan, McAlister, Heffernan (Wighton 69). Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Clarkson, McBride, Black.
Ref: C Thomson.
Att: 5,560
Friday, February 13, 2015
News From Dens Park...
Welcomed Cheer Up After The Cup Exit
It was great to get to hold the Championship Trophy and made me a very proud Dad when my Son Andrew who is only two and half years old was pictured with the famous Trophy. Many Thanks to the #lovedundee campaign and Dundee FC to allow this opportunity for me and fellow fans of Dundee FC.
January Catch Up
Dundee 4, Motherwell 1, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 10-January-15
Dundee beat Motherwell 4-1 at Dens on the 11th of January, they got off to a dream start when Alex Harris scored in the first minute, then Greg Stewart scored soon after to put the dark blues in control. The men from Fir Park pulled one back when John Sutton scored. Dundee were still well on top and Gary Irvine scored to make it 3-1 after the Well keeper dropped a cross. It took Dundee a while to get the fourth and final goal, but it came when O'Brien put through his own goal to complete a good day for the dark blues.
Dundee: Bain, McGinn, Gadzhalov, Davidson, Irvine (Dyer 53), Thomson (Harkins 53), McGowan, Harris, McAlister (Tankulic 53), Stewart, Clarkson. Unused Subs: Schenk (gk), Konrad, Roberts, Carreiro.
Aberdeen 3, Dundee 3, Pittodrie, SPFL Premiership, 17-January-15
A week later Dundee travelled up north to take on high flying Aberdeen, they got off to a poor start when the dons took a early lead when Goodwillie scored from close range. Dundee battled away to stay in the game and got their reward when they scored twice in two minutes first Gary Irvine lashed the ball home after a great run into the box from the defender. Then a great 18 pass move ended when Greg Stewart scored after a superb Tankulic back heeler played the on form striker to put the dark blues 2-1 at the end of the first half. Second half and Gary Harkins put Dundee 3-1 up scoring with a great shot from just inside the box to send the dark blue fans wild. But sadly Aberdeen got a late penalty and in injury time they snatched a draw to make the final score 3-3.
Dundee: Bain, McGinn, Gadzhalov (Konrad 87), Davidson, Irvine, Thomson (Dyer 91), McAlister
Harris, Harkins, Stewart, Tankulic (Ferry 74). Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Carreiro, Roberts, Black
Dundee 1, Kilmarnock 0, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 21-January-15
Dundee claimed another vital three points in what was a pretty poor game they got the vital winner from the penalty spot after McAlister was fouled. On form striker Greg Stewart scored from the spot sending Killie keeper Samson the wrong way.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake (Gadzhalov 73), Davidson, Dyer, McGowan, McAlister, Harris, Harkins (Clarkson 62), Stewart, Tankulic (Wighton 79). Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Konrad, Ferry, Thomson
St Mirren 1, Dundee 2, New Love St, SPFL Premiership, 24-January-15
Dundee came from behind to claim three very welcome points against struggling St Mirren who are in a dog fight at the bottom. The home side scored first when McLean fired home from 20 yards just before half time. Dundee kept battling away and levelled when Gary Irvine scored with a simple tap in after good ply from Stewart. Then with 20 minutes to go Iain Davidson scored what proved to be the winner when his shot took a slight deflection to beat the goalkeeper to send the away support wild with delight. The only down point from the game was the injuries to Gary Harkins and Iain Davidson who looked to have taken a nasty on to his ankle.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake, Gadzhalov (Tankulic 84), Dyer, Thomson, Davidson (Konrad 91)
McGowan, Harkins (Harris 64), McAlister, Stewart. Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Ferry, Clarkson, Wighton.
Dundee 1, Hamilton 1, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 31-January-15
New signing Stephen McGinn was on the bench as Clarkson and Harris came in for injured pair Davidson and Harkins. The Accies were the better team in the first half with Dundee having to thank keeper Scott Bain for still to be level at half time. The young keeper made some great stops the first one so vital when he touched the ball onto the post when a certain goal looked. Second half and Accies still pressed forward and they got their reward when Canning headed home with just five minutes to go. But Dundee had Greg Stewart to thank for gaining a point when he curled home a beauty, what a find this young striker has been.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake, Gadzhalov, Dyer, McGowan, Thomson (Stephen McGinn HT)
Harris (Wighton 69), McAlister, Stewart, Clarkson (Tankulic HT). Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Konrad, Black, Carreiro.
Dundee beat Motherwell 4-1 at Dens on the 11th of January, they got off to a dream start when Alex Harris scored in the first minute, then Greg Stewart scored soon after to put the dark blues in control. The men from Fir Park pulled one back when John Sutton scored. Dundee were still well on top and Gary Irvine scored to make it 3-1 after the Well keeper dropped a cross. It took Dundee a while to get the fourth and final goal, but it came when O'Brien put through his own goal to complete a good day for the dark blues.
Dundee: Bain, McGinn, Gadzhalov, Davidson, Irvine (Dyer 53), Thomson (Harkins 53), McGowan, Harris, McAlister (Tankulic 53), Stewart, Clarkson. Unused Subs: Schenk (gk), Konrad, Roberts, Carreiro.
Aberdeen 3, Dundee 3, Pittodrie, SPFL Premiership, 17-January-15
A week later Dundee travelled up north to take on high flying Aberdeen, they got off to a poor start when the dons took a early lead when Goodwillie scored from close range. Dundee battled away to stay in the game and got their reward when they scored twice in two minutes first Gary Irvine lashed the ball home after a great run into the box from the defender. Then a great 18 pass move ended when Greg Stewart scored after a superb Tankulic back heeler played the on form striker to put the dark blues 2-1 at the end of the first half. Second half and Gary Harkins put Dundee 3-1 up scoring with a great shot from just inside the box to send the dark blue fans wild. But sadly Aberdeen got a late penalty and in injury time they snatched a draw to make the final score 3-3.
Dundee: Bain, McGinn, Gadzhalov (Konrad 87), Davidson, Irvine, Thomson (Dyer 91), McAlister
Harris, Harkins, Stewart, Tankulic (Ferry 74). Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Carreiro, Roberts, Black
Dundee 1, Kilmarnock 0, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 21-January-15
Dundee claimed another vital three points in what was a pretty poor game they got the vital winner from the penalty spot after McAlister was fouled. On form striker Greg Stewart scored from the spot sending Killie keeper Samson the wrong way.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake (Gadzhalov 73), Davidson, Dyer, McGowan, McAlister, Harris, Harkins (Clarkson 62), Stewart, Tankulic (Wighton 79). Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Konrad, Ferry, Thomson
St Mirren 1, Dundee 2, New Love St, SPFL Premiership, 24-January-15
Dundee came from behind to claim three very welcome points against struggling St Mirren who are in a dog fight at the bottom. The home side scored first when McLean fired home from 20 yards just before half time. Dundee kept battling away and levelled when Gary Irvine scored with a simple tap in after good ply from Stewart. Then with 20 minutes to go Iain Davidson scored what proved to be the winner when his shot took a slight deflection to beat the goalkeeper to send the away support wild with delight. The only down point from the game was the injuries to Gary Harkins and Iain Davidson who looked to have taken a nasty on to his ankle.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake, Gadzhalov (Tankulic 84), Dyer, Thomson, Davidson (Konrad 91)
McGowan, Harkins (Harris 64), McAlister, Stewart. Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Ferry, Clarkson, Wighton.
Dundee 1, Hamilton 1, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 31-January-15
New signing Stephen McGinn was on the bench as Clarkson and Harris came in for injured pair Davidson and Harkins. The Accies were the better team in the first half with Dundee having to thank keeper Scott Bain for still to be level at half time. The young keeper made some great stops the first one so vital when he touched the ball onto the post when a certain goal looked. Second half and Accies still pressed forward and they got their reward when Canning headed home with just five minutes to go. But Dundee had Greg Stewart to thank for gaining a point when he curled home a beauty, what a find this young striker has been.
Dundee: Bain, Irvine, McPake, Gadzhalov, Dyer, McGowan, Thomson (Stephen McGinn HT)
Harris (Wighton 69), McAlister, Stewart, Clarkson (Tankulic HT). Unused Subs: Letheren (gk), Konrad, Black, Carreiro.
Tuesday, January 06, 2015
Dundee 1, Ross County 1, Dens Park, SPFL Championship, 04-January-15
Both sides started well with good efforts being made towards both goals, a wild tackle from Dunfield on McGinn and County were down to ten men after only nine minutes gone, it would be changes to their line up and they sat back and kept things tight. Dundee had a few decent chances with Stewart not having a good day in front of goal. But the best miss was to come when Clarkson was set up with a easy tap in but atlas the striker somehow missed the goal gaping. Gary Irvine had a good chance but his shot went just wide of the near post.
Second half and the dark blues looked for the opening goal and they got it when good play from Harris and the ball fell nicely to Jim McAlister who scored with a delightful taken goal. Soon after and sub Tankulic should have put the home side two nil up but somehow hit the post when a certain goal looked on the cards. Minutes later and they paid for that miss McGowan lost the ball in midfield and when Kiss's cross fell to the six yard box Curran was on had to score a vital goal for the staggies. Dundee kept at the task of trying to get a winner, but in the end had to settle for a point
Dundee: Bain, McGinn, McPake (Konrad 68), Davidson, Irvine, Thomson, McAlister, Harris, McGowan (Harkins 78), Stewart, Clarkson (Tankulic 55). Unused subs: Schenk (gk), MacDonald, Carreiro, Dyer.
Ref: C.Thomson
Att: 5,017
Sunday, January 04, 2015
Welcome to Dens Kostadin
Loan Deal
2015....
Dundee lost 6-2 at Tannadice on Thursday Greg Stewart and Luka Tankulic got the dark blues goals I won't dwell on it too much, but things need to improve and quickly. Or we will be involved in a relegation battle. Sundays game with Ross County is massive now one we can't afford to lose.
December Round-Up
Dundee 1, St Mirren 3, Dens Park, SPFL Premiership, 27-December-14
Dundee lost 3-1 to league strugglers St Mirren, in game which the dark blues struggled to find any rhythm in their play, nd with some sloppy defending the buddies took the lead midway thro the half a slip by Konrad let them in and McLean finished well with a well placed shot.As Paul Hartley changed the team St Mirren got the vital second goal Mallen breaking away to score fine goal. Soon after and it 3-0 as McLean got his second McGinn was sent off to add to Dundee's woes. Dundee at least kept at it and Gay Irvine got one back with fine finish to make the final score 3-1.
Dundee: Letheren, McGinn, McPake, Konrad (MacDonald 81), Irvine, Boyle (Roberts 62), Thomson, McAlister, Stewart, Tankulic (Harkins 67), Clarkson. Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Dyer, Davidson, Carreiro
Partick Thistle 1, Dundee 1, Firhill Stadium, SPFL Premiership, 20-December-14
Dundee earned a point thanks to a last minute own goal from Jags player Balatoni when a Roberts shot was going wide it hit the defender to give Dundee a unlikely point. Partick had scored on 57 minutes and on the balance of play should have had the game wrapped up. Kyle Letheren returned to keeping goal due to a injury to Scott Bain.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Thomson (Roberts 65), Ferry (Boyle 51), McGinn (Tankulic 65), Stewart, McAlister, Clarkson. Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Davidson, McBride, Carreiro
Dundee lost 3-1 to league strugglers St Mirren, in game which the dark blues struggled to find any rhythm in their play, nd with some sloppy defending the buddies took the lead midway thro the half a slip by Konrad let them in and McLean finished well with a well placed shot.As Paul Hartley changed the team St Mirren got the vital second goal Mallen breaking away to score fine goal. Soon after and it 3-0 as McLean got his second McGinn was sent off to add to Dundee's woes. Dundee at least kept at it and Gay Irvine got one back with fine finish to make the final score 3-1.
Dundee: Letheren, McGinn, McPake, Konrad (MacDonald 81), Irvine, Boyle (Roberts 62), Thomson, McAlister, Stewart, Tankulic (Harkins 67), Clarkson. Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Dyer, Davidson, Carreiro
Partick Thistle 1, Dundee 1, Firhill Stadium, SPFL Premiership, 20-December-14
Dundee earned a point thanks to a last minute own goal from Jags player Balatoni when a Roberts shot was going wide it hit the defender to give Dundee a unlikely point. Partick had scored on 57 minutes and on the balance of play should have had the game wrapped up. Kyle Letheren returned to keeping goal due to a injury to Scott Bain.
Dundee: Letheren, Irvine, McPake, Konrad, Dyer, Thomson (Roberts 65), Ferry (Boyle 51), McGinn (Tankulic 65), Stewart, McAlister, Clarkson. Unused subs: Schenk (gk), Davidson, McBride, Carreiro
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