Today Dundee and Dundee United face off at Dens Park in the next instalment of their rivalry. Both clubs have had a poor run of results in the league, with kickoff at 10:45 pm.
While the visitors sit in seventh place in the standings, their hosts are down in 11th place, two points above rock bottom.
Before their trip to Celtic Park, few people expected Dundee United to be able to keep the scoreline respectable against a team they had just lost six matches in a row to.
Although the Terrors put in a much-improved performance but still did not manage to come away from the game with any points.
This result has disappointed Tam Courts, and a showdown with the rival team is just what his team needs to get over that disappointment.
Despite the recent defeat to Hibernian, Dundee United remain within four points of fourth place, and their comeback win over Ross County will have lifted spirits after they appeared to be on a downward spiral.
Nicky Clark scored two late goals in that game, becoming the first Dundee United player to net more than three times in the Scottish Premiership this season.
Dundee ended a losing streak of their own on Wednesday night with a goalless draw at relegation rivals St Johnstone.
Coach James McPake missed out on the opportunity to build momentum against St Mirren, who had their match postponed due to the weather.
Dundee FC vs Dundee United Head to Head
Both sides have 18 games against each other, with hosts taking 4 wins while opponents with 10 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- St. Johnstone 0-0 Dundee FC
- Dumbarton 0-1 Dundee
- Livingston 2-0 Dundee
- Aberdeen 2-1 Dundee
- Dundee 0-1 Hearts
Away
- Celtic 1-0 Dundee
- Dundee 2-1 Ross County
- Kilmarnock 1-2 Dundee
- Dundee 1-2 St. Mirren
- Dundee 1-2 Hibernian
Dundee FC Team News
While Charlie Adam is in contention for a starting spot, Niall McGinn may have to wait for his next opportunity. However, the week-long break before the next match could tempt McPake into starting with the same line-up of players from the draw with St Johnstone.
Dundee United Team News
Dundee United defender Ryan Edwards, who missed the game at Celtic because his partner was expecting a baby, may be available to play against St Johnstone.
Prediction and Odds
Despite running Celtic close on Wednesday, Dundee United will have to be ready for a derby match against Dundee on Saturday.
- Dundee United Win
- Goals Under 3.5
- Both Teams to Score
