The Scottish league cup gets underway this weekend as Ross County welcome Dundee United at home. The match schedules for Sunday at the Global Energy Stadium, with kickoff at 5 pm.
The two premiership sides will be looking to cement their stance on Group C of the Round 3 of the Scottish League Cup. There was a forfeit last time out against Forfar due to a coronavirus outbreak. On the other hand, the opponents registered an impressive 4-0 win over Borra Rangers.
Ross County managed to stay afloat for their second successive stay in the premiership last campaign. Furthermore, their focus remains on maintaining the same stay this campaign.
In addition, the Staggies enjoyed a clean stay with a rise over the years since their start in the Highlands League team in 1994. The new 2021-2022 campaign marks their ninth consecutive stay in Scotland’s top flight.
New manager Malkey Chaukay took the leadership helm at the camp in May. The main role remains taking the side to the League Cup title like former manager Jim Mcintyre back in 2016.
On the other hand, Dundee United remain a favourites for a top finish in Group C given their recent exploits in the Scottish League cup group stages. Furthermore, James McPake’s side will be extremely confident, especially after two leg wins over Kilmarnock. The last league cup win for Dundee United dates back to 1996.
Ross County vs Dundee United Head to Head
Both sides have 29 games against each other, with Ross County taking seven wins while Dundee United with 18 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Elgin City 0-5 Ross County
- Motherwell 1-2 Ross County
- Ross County 2-1 Hamilton Academikal
- Dundee United 0-2 Ross County
- Ross County 1-3 St. Mirren
Away
- Dundee FC 4-0 Borra Rangers
- Dundee FC 2-2 West Ham
- United 3-0 Leyton Orient
- Forfar 0-3 Dundee United
- Kilmarnock 1-2 Dundee United
Ross County Team News
Eight players and coaching staff allegedly contracted the coronavirus during their scheduled clash last weekend. However, Mackay might have a fully fit squad to choose from, given the end of the quarantine period.
Dundee United Team News
Danny Mullen will miss out on their next clash after picking up an injury last time out. In addition, Jason Cummings might have to continue with life on the bench.
Prediction and Odds
We envisage Dundee taking advantage of the uncertainties at the camp due to the coronavirus implications.
- Dundee United Win
- Goals Under 3.5
- No Score: Home
