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).

 

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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.