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The Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park will be the venue for a highly anticipated Dundee derby as Dundee take on Dundee United in the fourth round of the Scottish FA Cup on Monday, January 20, 2025, at 8 PM UK time. Dundee, sitting 7th in the Scottish Premiership with 27 points, are aiming to claim their first derby win since August 2017, while Dundee United, in 3rd with 37 points, are looking to extend their unbeaten run in this fixture to nine games. Dundee come into this match after a 3-3 draw with Celtic, while Dundee United secured a 1-0 victory over St Mirren. With both teams in need of a win, this promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Team Analysis:

Dundee:

Dundee have been inconsistent this season, but their recent form has shown signs of improvement. They come into this match looking to build on their 3-3 draw with Celtic.

• Current Form: Dundee’s last outing was a 3-3 draw with Celtic, where they fought back from two goals down to earn a point. This followed a 2-1 victory over Ross County and a 1-1 draw with Hibernian, leaving them unbeaten in their last three matches.
• Key Players: Simon Murray (top scorer) has been the standout performer in attack, while Luke McCowan provides creativity in midfield. Ryan Astley is a key figure in defence.
• Injuries: Dundee will be without Billy Koumetio, Joe Shaughnessy, Jordan McGhee, Juan Portales, Scott Fraser, and Ziyad Larkeche.
• Home Form: Dundee have been decent at home, with four wins, three draws, and three losses in their 10 league games at Dens Park this season.

Dundee United:

Dundee United have been in excellent form this season, with their unbeaten run in the Dundee derby stretching to eight games. They come into this match looking to extend that run.

• Current Form: Dundee United’s last outing was a 1-0 victory over St Mirren, where Glenn Middleton scored the lone goal. This followed a 2-1 defeat to Celtic and a 1-0 loss to Hearts, leaving them unbeaten in their last five league matches.
• Key Players: Glenn Middleton and Luca Stephenson have been crucial in attack, while Craig Sibbald provides creativity in midfield. Ryan Edwards is a key figure in defence.
• Injuries: Dundee United will be without Craig Sibbald (groin) and David Babunski (doubtful).
• Away Form: Dundee United have been strong on the road, with five wins, three draws, and two losses in their 10 away league games this season.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters:

Dundee United have dominated this fixture in recent years, going unbeaten in the last eight Dundee derbies. The reverse fixture in August saw Dundee United secure a 2-1 victory, with goals from Glenn Middleton and Luca Stephenson. Dundee’s last win in this fixture came in August 2017, highlighting their struggles against Dundee United.

Prediction:

Dundee United’s superior form and recent dominance over Dundee make them slight favourites for this clash. Dundee’s injury woes and inconsistent form further tilt the scales in Dundee United’s favour. Expect a closely contested game, but Dundee United should edge it.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Dundee 1-2 Dundee United

Betting Tips:

• Both Teams to Score: Yes
  (Both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities, and Dundee’s attack can trouble Dundee United.)
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
  (Dundee United’s attacking style and Dundee’s need for points suggest an open game.)
• Anytime Goalscorer: Glenn Middleton (Dundee United)
  (The forward has been in fine form and is a constant threat.)

Hot Stat:

Dundee United are unbeaten in their last eight Dundee derbies, their longest unbeaten run in this fixture since 2017.

Possible Lineups:

Dundee: Carson; Astley, Robertson, Donnelly; Mulligan, Sylla, Garza, Ingram; Adewumi, Robertson; Murray
Dundee United: Walton; Adegboyega, Gallagher, Holt; Strain, Docherty, Sevelj, Ferry; Stephenson, Middleton; Dalby

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