Dundee Utd vs Falkirk: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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Dundee Utd logo
05 Sep,16:00
1 - 1
Full Time
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Dundee Utd
Falkirk

Dundee Utd vs Falkirk Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 1
4
J. Murrell
scored for Falkirk
42
D. Tait
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 1
56
Z. Sapsford
was cautioned
64
L. Rose
was cautioned
84
B. Spencer
was cautioned
88
B. Parkinson
was cautioned
90+3
M. Forbes
scored for Dundee Utd

The upcoming meeting between Dundee United and Falkirk takes place at Tannadice Park on 05 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Scotland Premier League. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Dundee United tend to play with an attacking mindset.

Falkirk tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.

Recent Form

Dundee United

D L W L L

Falkirk

D L L D L

Dundee United have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

In contrast, Falkirk have faced difficulties in recent matches and need to improve quickly. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form Home/Away

Dundee United (Home)

D L D

Falkirk (Away)

D L D
Dundee United's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.

There is little difference in Falkirk's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Dundee United

- - + - -

Falkirk

- - - + -

Dundee United are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Likewise, Falkirk have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Dundee United (Home)

- - -

Falkirk (Away)

- - +
Dundee United show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

There is little difference in Falkirk's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Dundee United

- + + - +

Falkirk

- + + - -

Dundee United have often featured in open games with several goals. Chances tend to be created at both ends.

Meanwhile, Falkirk have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Much depends on the opponent.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Dundee United (Home)

- - -

Falkirk (Away)

- + -
Dundee United's away games are significantly higher-scoring than at home.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Falkirk.

Scoring Consistency

Dundee United

+ - + - -

Falkirk

+ + + - -

Dundee United's attacking form has been inconsistent, with some matches ending without a goal. They will need more consistency in the final third.

Meanwhile, Falkirk continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Dundee United (Home)

+ - +

Falkirk (Away)

+ + -
Dundee United attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

There is little difference in Falkirk's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Dan McFarlane
Venue: Tannadice Park

Dundee Utd vs Falkirk Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

2.16
xG
0.88
62
Ball Posession (%)
38
4
Big Chances
1
3
Cautions
2
27
Shots
12
9
Shots on Goal
4
8
Shots Blocked
5
21
Shots inside Box
8
6
Shots outside Box
4
0
Hit Woodwork
0
16
Fouls
14
14
Corner Kicks
5
3
Saves
8
14
Free Kicks
16
2
Offsides
1
453
Passes Total
288
342
Passes Completed
184
129
Passes in the final 3rd Total
107
81
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
50
40
Touches in the Opposition Box
21
16
Tackles Total
18
9
Tackles Completed
10
23
Clearances
43
31
Crosses Total
16
15
Crosses Completed
3
4
Interceptions
13

Dundee Utd vs Falkirk Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
J. Walton
19
S. Bain
19
K. Ciubotaru
3
L. Mccann
18
M. Forbes
5
L. Henderson
3
B. Esselink
15
L. Neilson
23
J. Rawlins
22
R. Strain
16
L. Cameron
16
F. Barbrook
10
D. Tait
8
B. Spencer
8
P. Camara
42
O. Eames
77
D. Bennie
28
B. Krauhaus
9
Z. Sapsford
23
E. Ross
7
M. Merghem
24
J. Murrell

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