Where does the Dundee derby take place in Scotland?
The Dundee derby is a football match between Dundee and Dundee United. The clubs are based yards apart in the city of Dundee, the fourth-largest city in Scotland.
What’s the most goals scored in a Dundee derby?
Paul Sturrock of United holds the mark for the most derby goals with 14, 2 of these came in United’s 3–0 League Cup Final win over Dundee at Dens Park in December 1980.
How many players have played for Dundee United?
Fourteen players have signed for Dundee United directly from Dundee with eight making the opposite journey from Tannadice to Dens Park. Only players who have played at least one first team game for both clubs are currently included. In addition, other players have played for both clubs without moving directly between them.
Which is more successful Dundee United or Dundee?
Dundee had long been the more successful club, playing more seasons in the top flight than their rivals and winning one League title, one Scottish Cup and three League Cups before United lifted a major trophy. However, from the 1970s under Jim McLean the tide turned in the city’s footballing rivalry.
How many times have Dundee United played Dundee United?
In domestic head-to-head matches, United are quite far in front; the teams have played each other 170 times, Dundee United winning 80 compared to Dundee’s 49. A total of 42 matches have ended in a stalemate.
Where does the Dundee United rivalry come from?
While United’s origins stem from Irish immigration, the rivalry is not sectarian in the manner of the Old Firm . Dundee had long been the more successful club, playing more seasons in the top flight than their rivals and winning one League title, one Scottish Cup and three League Cups before United lifted a major trophy.