Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Scottish Premiership match.
The derby between Dundee and Dundee United might not rival the Old Firm in popularity this Thursday, but it still holds significant importance for the Scottish Premiership standings. A strong surge by Dundee United leaves them well-positioned for a playoff spot, while Dundee are edging closer to the top six.
Dundee
Their victory against St Mirren (2:1) marked Dundee's first win since the start of December, following a streak of three consecutive losses without scoring. After the 20th round, the team lost two key players—Jordan McGhee and Billy Koumetio—who were substituted due to injuries in the first half. It's evident that in the derby, Dundee will look to create chances as the dominant side, but relying solely on forward Simon Murray (6+2) may not be enough for a win.
Dundee United
Dundee United are also led by a standout scorer, Sam Dahlby, who tops the Premiership scoring chart with (9+0). However, in the last 262 minutes, the Englishman has only managed a single successful strike, as opponents have become accustomed to tightly marking him. Dundee United are known for being the least entertaining team in this Scottish campaign, with just seven matches hitting a total over 2.5 in 19 games.
Dundee vs Dundee United Prediction
The fierce derby between Dundee and Dundee United is expected to feature few dangerous opportunities. The neighbouring sides are unlikely to yield important points to their rivals, which is why our choice is a total under.
