First Team
Match Report | Rangers 1-1 Dundee United
23rd November 2024
The mind set of the players going into this one is of a respectful yet assured positivity. Midfielder John Rankin said, “There is a determination, a desire within our dressing room that I believe will see us come out on top. We know what is required to win a derby match. They are great occasions to take part in and you can sense the anticipation within the camp and through training this week.”Catch Jackie's full interview on ArabZONE now.
United come into the game on a poor run of form, accentuated by four bruising battles against Celtic in recent weeks, but with a steely determination to get the hunt for Europa League qualification back on course. A late fitness assessment will be made on Ryan Dow and whilst Ryan McGowan returns from suspension the game comes too soon for Mario Bilate and Calum Morris. Hosts Dundee are buoyed by the news of contract extension for highly rated goalkeeper Scott Bain and a run of form which has catapulted them into the top six hunt. It is over ten years since Dundee FC were victorious in a Dundee derby and this is a statistic which both camps will be keen to embellish in their respective ways. United fans see this game as the final obstacle to a successful season for derby matches - although the prospect of another Dundee derby this season remains a possibility should both teams secure top six places. The match is live on Sky Sports once again and ArabZONE members can listen in through the usual channel.Catch John Rankin's pre match prediction on our FreeZONE section