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New players will have to work hard to secure place with St Johnstone

Fri, 25 May 2012 13:03:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas says he only wants to sign players who will adhere to the ethos of the club.

Peterborough United emerge as favourites to sign Danny Swanson

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:44:00 +0100

Danny Swanson is odds-on to join Peterborough United after their manager confirmed he will be holding talks with the midfielder.

Barry Smith makes direct appeal to Dundee FC fans

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:08:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has written an open letter to the club's fans urging them to provide the financial backing he needs to mount an SPL promotion push.

Dundee United lining up match in Munich during summer training camp

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:24:00 +0100

Dundee United hope to make a game in Munich the highlight of their pre-season trip to Austria and Germany this summer.

High-profile players axed as Dunfermline adjust for First Division

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim Jefferies has wielded the axe at East End Park and released eight first-team players.

St Johnstone midfielder counting down the days until Europa League draw

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:26:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson cannot wait to discover exactly who Saints will be playing in their Europa League qualifier.

More sign up to play part in Dundee FC's bid for SPL

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:03:00 +0100

Three more of Dundee's squad from last season have put pen to paper on new deals with the club.

Jim Leishman given green light to balance political career with Dunfermline role

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:03:00 +0100

Jim Leishman is to remain as director of football at Dunfermline following his high-profile appointment as provost of Fife.

Sky TV urged to let SPL clubs know where they stand

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:04:00 +0100

Dundee United supporters' society the ArabTRUST have called on Sky TV to reveal as a ''matter of urgency'' its ongoing commitment to the SPL.

'They are due me a pint' — one-time Saint helps to fire former team-mates into Europe

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:07:00 +0100

Danny Grainger has joked about being the toast of McDiarmid Park after his first goal for Hearts helped put St Johnstone into Europe.

Scottish Cup win for Hearts would be part of memorable treble for St Johnstone boss

Fri, 18 May 2012 14:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas is hoping a Hearts win on Saturday in the Scottish Cup final against Hibs will set the seal on a terrific triple triumph.

Ray Farningham back for third spell at Dens Park

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:17:00 +0100

Dundee have confirmed Ray Farningham has rejoined the club as assistant manager to Barry Smith.

Stephen O'Donnell commits to helping Dundee FC get to 'where we should be'

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:26:00 +0100

Dundee have received another big boost with influential midfielder Stephen O'Donnell signing a new one-year deal to stay at Dens Park.

John McGlynn shows faith in youth players amid big changes for Raith Rovers

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:53:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have signed defender Eddie Malone and tied up three of their promising youngsters on new deals, while manager John McGlynn has also revealed the list of free transfers out of Stark's Park.

Dundee FC secure Raith Rovers sharp-shooter John Baird

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:42:00 +0100

Dundee have pulled off a major signing coup with the capture of Raith Rovers striker John Baird.

JR's heading to the States — international call-up for Dundee United striker

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:34:00 +0100

Johnny Russell's American dream has come true, with the Dundee United striker called into the Scotland squad for their friendly in the United States.

And now for something completely different — England is Danny Swanson's top choice

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:46:00 +0100

Departing Dundee United midfielder Danny Swanson says he would rather go to England than join boyhood favourites Hibs.

Dundee clubs set up a summer sizzler for fans

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:50:00 +0100

It will be derby day at Dens Park again and Dundee United manager Peter Houston and Dundee boss Barry Smith can't wait to renew the city rivalry.

'Everyone makes mistakes' — Fran Sandaza appeals for clemency after St Johnstone's poor end to season

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:23:00 +0100

Fran Sandaza hopes St Johnstone fans won't judge the team, or him, on their post-split performances.

Dundee FC make offer to Montrose boss Ray Farningham

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:59:00 +0100

Dundee have made an offer to Montrose boss Ray Farningham to return to Dens as assistant manager to Barry Smith.

Steve Lomas looking forward to rebuilding job at St Johnstone

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:01:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas is excited rather than daunted by the rebuilding project ahead of him this summer.

'It is a nice carrot to dangle' — Jon Daly believes European football will attract new talent to Dundee United

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:27:00 +0100

Dundee United captain Jon Daly believes the incentive of European football will help entice more talent to Tannadice.

Arbroath 0 Dumbarton 0 (1-2 agg) — Lichties' promotion hopes hit a brick wall

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:12:00 +0100

As the Dumbarton team bus headed for home on Saturday, the players probably asked the driver to stop off at the nearest Lottery outlet.

Motherwell 0 Dundee United 2: Fitting end to a fine season for Tangerines

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:17:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston praised his players after their professionalism lasted right until the final whistle of a long, hard season.

Dunfermline 1 Kilmarnock 2: Pars players to learn fate after sorry end to disappointing season

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:48:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker Andy Kirk admits all eyes are on today's crucial board meeting when manager Jim Jefferies will learn his budget for next season.

St Johnstone 0 Rangers 4: Post-split misery leaves Saints pinning hopes on Hearts

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:05:00 +0100

A 4-0 thrashing by Rangers has left St Johnstone's European hopes resting on a Hearts Scottish Cup final win.

Steve Lomas expects St Johnstone to keep focus against Rangers

Fri, 11 May 2012 14:06:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas believes his players won't be fazed by the furore that will follow Rangers to McDiarmid Park.

Anxious weekend for Dunfermline players waiting for news on their futures

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:52:00 +0100

The majority of Dunfermline players are to endure a nail-biting wait before discovering whether they'll be kept on at the club next season.

Danny Swanson likely to join those saying their Dundee United farewells

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:50:00 +0100

Dundee United's Scottish Cup hero Danny Swanson is all but certain to leave Tannadice in the summer.

'We are far from downcast' — Dunfermline chairman sees a silver lining to Pars' relegation

Thu, 10 May 2012 14:02:00 +0100

John Yorkston is targeting an immediate return to the SPL after insisting Dunfermline can handle the financial hit of relegation.

Barry Douglas hoping patience will be rewarded with place in Dundee United first team

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:13:00 +0100

He was Peter Houston's first signing as Dundee United manager and now Barry Douglas believes the time is right to claim a regular first-team place.

Dumbarton 2 Arbroath 1: Lichties ready to give it a 'real go' at Gayfield

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:21:00 +0100

Arbroath went down to a controversial goal in the first leg of the First Division promotion play-off semi-final.

Dunfermline striker joins long list of Scottish players wondering where future lies

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:15:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker David Graham admits his future is shrouded in uncertainty after the East End Park side were relegated on Monday evening.

Peter Houston ready for another treasure hunt

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:30:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is intending to do some prospecting for new ''diamonds'' as he looks to rebuild for next season.

Dumbarton v Arbroath: Lichties expect goals in all-out effort for victory

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:01:00 +0100

Arbroath have been the entertainers of the Second Division this season, and boss Paul Sheerin isn't about to rein his players in for the promotion play-offs.

Raith Rovers' move to some part-time players is further proof of Scottish football's financial crisis

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:43:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have blamed the ''uncertainty'' surrounding the future of Scottish football and the nation's wider economic problems as they announced they will switch to a mixture of part-time and full-time players next season.

Stakes never higher as Alan Mannus prepares to face Rangers for real

Tue, 08 May 2012 13:58:00 +0100

St Johnstone keeper Alan Mannus has faced Rangers a few times before in his native Northern Ireland, but never with as much at stake as there will be at McDiarmid Park on Sunday.

Keith Watson hopes team-mate will hang around for Dundee United's Europa League adventure

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:16:00 +0100

Keith Watson is hoping Dundee United team-mate Scott Robertson has a change of heart and decides to stay at Tannadice next season.

Barry Smith making a shopping trip to Iceland

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:51:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith is to fly to Iceland on a scouting mission later this week.

Hibs 4 Dunfermline 0: Pars go down without a fight

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline were relegated from the SPL after a shambolic defensive display meant they never gave themselves a chance of making the great escape.

Dundee 1 Livingston 0: Conroy confident Dark Blues can go one better next season

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:57:00 +0100

Ryan Conroy says he jumped at the chance to sign for Dundee again — because they're are all geared up to win the First Division title next season.

Hearts 2 St Johnstone 0: Fifth straight defeat leaves Saints hanging on to European hopes

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:12:00 +0100

St Johnstone's defeat to Hearts means the Perth side will have to beat Rangers on the last day of the SPL to guarantee Europa League football next season.

Dundee United 1 Celtic 0: European place gives United's departing stars something to think about

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:20:00 +0100

Dundee United secured European football next season as they gave SPL champions Celtic a rare taste of defeat.

'We need to keep Rangers in the SPL' — Peter Houston risks fans' anger

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:35:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston says he would be left with almost no budget for next season if Rangers are ejected from the SPL.

Alex Keddie putting faith in Dunfermline team-mates

Fri, 04 May 2012 13:29:00 +0100

Alex Keddie is devastated to be missing the biggest game of Dunfermline's season but believes his team-mates can take their relegation battle with Hibs into a tense final-day shoot-out.

Barry Smith looking for someone to share the managerial load

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:36:00 +0100

Courier Sport understands that Dundee boss Barry Smith is looking to appoint a full-time assistant manager for the first time.

Players' PFA recognition some consolation for wounded Dundee United manager

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:35:00 +0100

Dundee United have received a boost to ease the pain of their Ibrox hammering.

Celtic 1 St Johnstone 0: Saints earn manager's praise

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:19:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas was pleased with the performance of his players but not so happy with referee Crawford Allan for allowing Celtic's winner to stand.

'The time is right to give up football' — Graham Bayne takes the chance to get on the career ladder

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:11:00 +0100

Graham Bayne has decided to hang up his football boots to pursue his burning ambition to become a firefighter.

Celtic v St Johnstone: Having to support rivals would be a heartbreaker for Riordan

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:02:00 +0100

Every man has a line he just won't cross. And for St Johnstone striker Derek Riordan that line would be rooting for Hearts to beat Hibs in the Scottish Cup final.

Rangers 5 Dundee United 0: Embarrassed Houston says 'That wasn't Dundee United out there'

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:50:00 +0100

A furious Peter Houston said he had suffered an "embarrassing night" as Dundee United were given a footballing lesson by a rampant Rangers side.

Inverness CT 0 Dunfermline 0: It's now Easter Road or bust for the Pars

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:54:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim Jefferies refused to concede the relegation fight after his team slipped five points behind Hibernian with two games left.

'You have to be ready to travel' — Dundee's Rhys Weston is off to Iceland

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:14:00 +0100

Rhys Weston will barely have time to think before moving on to the next chapter of his career.

Chris Millar makes St Johnstone wait

Wed, 02 May 2012 14:05:00 +0100

St Johnstone are still waiting to hear if Chris Millar will accept their offer of a new contract — but his answer may not come until the summer.

Inverness CT v Dunfermline: Mason desperate to avoid another Highland heartache

Wed, 02 May 2012 12:12:00 +0100

Gary Mason insists there will be no repeat of the Highland heartache Dunfermline suffered in 2007 when they face Inverness tonight.

Rangers v Dundee United: Kenneth looking to end United days on a high

Wed, 02 May 2012 11:02:00 +0100

Dundee United's Garry Kenneth was determined his time at Tannadice wouldn't end sitting on the sidelines.

St Johnstone boss hoping to wake up from 'nightmare' of a fortnight

Tue, 01 May 2012 15:51:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has described the last fortnight as a ''nightmare''.

Dundee United expecting 'wounded' Rangers to pack some bite

Tue, 01 May 2012 13:33:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has warned his side they will be confronted by a ''wounded animal'' when they travel to face Rangers on Wednesday.

Club captain among six released by Dundee FC manager Barry Smith

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:44:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has revealed the names of six players he has decided to release as he prepares for next season's promotion push.

Jim Jefferies challenges Dunfermline to push Hibs all the way in fight for SPL survival

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:49:00 +0100

Jim Jefferies insists Hibs are still the favourites to stay up and send Dunfermline into the First Division.

Motherwell 5 St Johnstone 1: Saints keen to avoid a wonderful season ending in anti-climax

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:57:00 +0100

St Johnstone could rack up a grand total of zero points from their post-split SPL fixtures and still qualify for Europe.

Dunfermline 3 Aberdeen 0: Inspired Pars show they won't go down without a fight

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:07:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Joe Cardle says his boxer brother helped inspire him to produce a knockout performance against Aberdeen on Saturday.

Dundee United 2 Hearts 2: Tangerines are already champions in manager's eyes

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:35:00 +0100

Let's get one thing straight. If Dundee United qualify for any kind of European football at the end of this season it will be one of the greatest achievements of the Craig Levein-Peter Houston era.

Raith Rovers 3 Queen of the South 1: Rovers can finally look to future after securing league safety

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:47:00 +0100

Brian Graham was so relieved that Raith Rovers secured their Division One status on Saturday that he was not interested in claiming his team's second goal.

Motherwell v St Johnstone: Time for Saints strikers to step up

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:15:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has backed his strikers to come out of the shadows of 14-goal Fran Sandaza and fire the Perth club into Europe.

Ayr United v Dundee: Smith wants to see some desire from Dark Blues

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:58:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has called on his players to avoid an unhappy hat-trick of defeats.

Dundee United v Hearts: Houston says visitors will be out to impress

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:47:00 +0100

Hearts may have a Scottish Cup final to look forward to but Dundee United manager Peter Houston believes the Jambos' players will be fully focused on league business on Saturday.

Dunfermline v Aberdeen: Jefferies feels Pars are close to that elusive home win

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:06:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim Jefferies believes securing top-flight survival with the East End Park outfit would rank beside winning the Scottish Cup with Hearts in 1998.

Matt Lockwood says Dundee have to be in the right place if Rangers collapse

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:19:00 +0100

Matt Lockwood has admitted the growing prospect of Rangers going bust, and a possible place being freed up in the SPL for a second First Division club, has given greater meaning to the Dark Blues' clash with Ayr United on Saturday.

Dundee United closing in on Champions League chance one step at a time

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:32:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Willo Flood has revealed how the Tangerines are following a step-by-step guide as they plot a path to Europe.

'We should show loyalty' — director shows strong backing for Raith Rovers manager

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:26:00 +0100

Raith Rovers director Turnbull Hutton insists John McGlynn's job is safe even if the Starks Park side are relegated to the Second Division.

Robbie Neilson ready to play a central role in Dundee United's European push

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:41:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston is backing Robbie Neilson to help keep the defence solid before, hopefully, deciding to stay at the club.

Rangers crisis could open SPL door for Dundee

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:52:00 +0100

Dundee could be in line for a shock return to the SPL if Rangers go bust.

'I still can't believe it' — contrite Sandaza begs forgiveness from St Johnstone players and fans

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:32:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Fran Sandaza has apologised to his team-mates and the club's fans after being sent off for the first time in his career against Dundee United on Saturday.

Brentford tracking Dundee United's Scott Robertson

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:16:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson is being targeted by English League One side Brentford.

Raith Rovers see Laurie Ellis face injury as 'an unfortunate accident'

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:31:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn believes there was no malice involved when Falkirk's Farid El Alagui caught Laurie Ellis in the face with his boot, breaking the defender's jaw in two places on Saturday.

'Who knows what can happen?' — John Rankin hoping to inspire Dundee United colleagues to stick together

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:32:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder John Rankin has called on others to follow in his footsteps after agreeing a new deal with the Tangerines.

Falkirk 2 Raith Rovers 3: Graham hat-trick puts Rovers within touching distance of safety

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:51:00 +0100

Raith striker John Baird hopes Saturday's stunning win at Falkirk can help bring an end to the current uncertainty at the club.

Dundee 0 Partick Thistle 3: Keeper saves Dark Blues from total humiliation

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:31:00 +0100

Rab Douglas may turn 40 this week, but had it not been for him Dundee would have suffered a total humiliation from Partick Thistle on Saturday.

St Johnstone 0 Dundee United 2: Tangerines keep Champions League dream alive

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:58:00 +0100

Dundee United's players kept their heads when all about them a former teammate was losing his at McDiarmid Park on Saturday.

St Mirren 4 Dunfermline 4: Pars make up ground on Hibs with thrilling comeback in Paisley

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:42:00 +0100

He may only be at Dunfermline on loan but Kyle Hutton says he is wholly committed to helping the Pars survive in the SPL.

St Johnstone 0 Dundee United 2: Dave Mackay rages at Fran Sandaza's 'stupidity'

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:20:00 +0100

'An absolute joke' — St Johnstone boss raging after star striker Fran Sandaza omitted from PFA awards

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:46:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas has branded Fran Sandaza's omission from the Scotland professionals' player of the year nominations an ''absolute joke''.

Dundee v Partick Thistle: Smith expects to see a reaction after dismal Dingwall

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:31:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is looking for his players to redeem themselves for the defeat at Ross County.

Dundee United boss describes trio's PFA awards shortlisting as 'huge achievement'

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:53:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has expressed his delight at three of his players being honoured by their peers.

St Johnstone hope cut-price deal will help to pack stadium for crunch match with Dundee United

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:58:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas has issued a rallying call to the club's fans to pack McDiarmid Park on Saturday and roar the team to victory in the crunch Tayside derby against Dundee United.

Online fan survey delivers 'newco' warning for Rangers and SPL

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:53:00 +0100

The country's football supporters have delivered a resounding ''no'' to the possibility of any Rangers newco being granted immediate re-entry into the SPL.

'The work starts now' — Jim Jefferies already building for next season

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:25:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim Jefferies is already planning for next season, despite having not knowing which division the East End Park side will be playing in.

Jamie Adams ready to show what St Johnstone have been missing

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:56:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Jamie Adams is desperate to impress in the club's remaining fixtures this season to win himself a new deal at McDiarmid Park.

Garry Kenneth may miss chance of bidding Tannadice farewell

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:33:00 +0100

Dundee United central defender Garry Kenneth may have played his last game for the Tangerines after picking up a hamstring injury in training.

St Johnstone not interested in sneaking into Europe by the back door

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:49:00 +0100

Steve Lomas is determined St Johnstone will enter Europe next season under their own steam and not thanks to favours from elsewhere.

Forsyth tips former Dens Park team-mate to grab chance of Scottish Cup glory

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:04:00 +0100

Craig Forsyth was delighted to see former Dundee teammate Leigh Griffiths score a sensational winner against Aberdeen to fire Hibs into the Scottish Cup final.

All-Edinburgh Scottish Cup final adds new twist to SPL's Euro race

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:14:00 +0100

The all-Edinburgh Scottish Cup final has had an impact on both Dundee United and St Johnstone as the Tayside duo try to qualify for Europe.

Partick Thistle 1 Raith Rovers 1: Rovers hope offside flag does not prove decisive in relegation fight

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:57:00 +0100

It was a case of deja vu for relegation-threatened Raith Rovers on Saturday as they were denied another legitimate winner by an offside flag.

Ross County 3 Dundee 0: Imitation will be the sincerest form of flattery

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:11:00 +0100

Barry Smith doffed his cap to the champions and praised Ross County's mix of silk and steel. Now he wants to emulate them.

Ross County v Dundee: Dark Blues plan to be party guests to forget

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:14:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith says his players are determined to rain on Ross County's parade.

Lee Croft refuses to give up on chance of St Johnstone return

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:57:00 +0100

St Johnstone winger Lee Croft is clinging on to the faint hope that he still has a part to play in the Perth club's bid for Europe.

New SPL Under-20 League hailed as 'vital bridge' for young players

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:55:00 +0100

Scotland's young players will be strutting their stuff in a new SPL under-20 league after the proposal was given unanimous approval by the top-flight clubs.

St Johnstone goal machine Stevie May tipped for 'big, big future'

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:44:00 +0100

Stevie May has the potential to take the SPL by storm with St Johnstone, according to his temporary boss at Alloa, Paul Hartley.

Dundee United's squad men ready to step up for Euro push

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:19:46 +0100

Ryan Dow is hoping his patience will be rewarded by manager Peter Houston handing him the chance to help shoot Dundee United into Europe.

Raith Rovers 0 Livingston 3: All eyes on Ayr after damaging home defeat

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:06:00 +0100

A hat-trick by in-form Livingston striker Rory Boulding put Raith Rovers to the sword as the Fifers' relegation worries heightened.

Dundee 1 Queen of the South 1: Dark Blues told to 'look and learn' after draw confirms Ross County as champions

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:37:00 +0100

Ross County manager Derek Adams watched from the Dens Park stand as Dundee's 1-1 draw with Queen of the South meant his team became First Division champions.

Injury blow means St Johnstone fans may have seen last of loan star Lee Croft

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:56:00 +0100

A scan has revealed St Johnstone winger Lee Croft has torn his hamstring and his season looks like being over.

Raith Rovers v Livingston: McGlynn's men homing in on league safety

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:03:00 +0100

Stark's Park has been a tough venue for the rest of the First Division in 2012, and Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn is determined it will stay that way for two more matches.

Dundee United regrouping for 'five cup finals' ahead

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:48:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston believes defeat to Aberdeen can provide the spark to light up their season finale.

Dundee v Queen of the South: Irvine inspired by champions-elect

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:51:00 +0100

Dundee defender Gary Irvine believes the Dark Blues should aim to be as relentless as champions-elect Ross County if they are to emulate the Highlanders and secure promotion to the SPL in 12 months' time.

St Johnstone squad rewarded with some fun in the sun

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:30:00 +0100

St Johnstone have taken advantage of their free weekend to head to Spain for a four-day warm weather training break.

Dundee 3 Falkirk 1: Dark Blues determined to make County wait

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:19:00 +0100

Even at a time of year associated with miracles, stopping Ross County winning the Division One title is now simply something that can't be done.

St Johnstone 0 Inverness CT 0: Stalemate for 'scrappy' Saints

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:31:00 +0100

Marcus Haber is determined to put his Olympic disappointment behind him and cap a memorable campaign by steering St Johnstone into Europe.

Aberdeen 3 Dundee United 1: Dillon refuses to point finger after Tangerines' off-day

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:06:00 +0100

Sean Dillon has insisted a horrific mistake from Dusan Pernis was not the reason for Dundee United's defeat to Aberdeen at the weekend.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim Jefferies out to put one over on Hearts

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:53:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim Jefferies insists he will approach Saturday's match against his old side Hearts just like any other.

Dundee United's Peter Houston named Clydesdale Bank's Manager of the Month

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 09:16:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has been named the Clydesdale Bank Manager of the Month - the third year in succession he has picked up the March accolade.

Dundee look to bring Falkirk crashing down

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:54:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith hopes his players can bring Falkirk back down to earth after their Challenge Cup win.

'I didn't realise exactly how good he was' — John Rankin pays tribute to Dundee United skipper Jon Daly

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:50:00 +0100

Dundee United's John Rankin has said he will be surprised if his club captain does not feature prominently in the player of the year awards at the end of the season.

'It hasn't really sunk in yet' — injured St Johnstone striker Carl Finnigan devastated that injury has ended his season

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:44:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Carl Finnigan has revealed he is struggling to come to terms with the fact that his season has been ended by injury.

Dundee United to receive £35,000 from stricken Rangers

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:07:00 +0100

Dundee United are set to receive £35,000 of the outstanding cash owed to them by Rangers from their William Hill Scottish Cup tie in February.

Dundee FC's forgotten man Nicky Riley keen to prove his worth

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:42:00 +0100

Dundee winger Nicky Riley is hoping he'll get the chance to show his worth to boss Barry Smith before he goes out of contract in the summer.

St Johnstone to play one fewer home game than rest of top six after SPL splits

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:38:00 +0100

The post-split fixture list for the SPL has been announced, leaving St Johnstone playing one fewer home game than all the other teams in the top six.

Houston warns Dundee United to be wary of fired-up Aberdeen FC

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:03:00 +0100

Recent experience tells Peter Houston that his Dundee United side will face a highly motivated Aberdeen team at the weekend.

East Fife FC bosses entertain idea of artificial playing surface

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:56:00 +0100

East Fife directors revealed at a question and answer session with fans on Saturday that the club are investigating the possibility of making the New Bayview playing surface an artificial one.

Injury to Dundee United's on-loan striker Milos Lacny not as grave as feared

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:46:00 +0100

Surgeons operating on Dundee United striker Milos Lacny have discovered his knee injury is not as bad as first feared.

Derek Riordan striving to prove his fitness to St Johnstone

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:01:00 +0100

New St Johnstone signing Derek Riordan has taken part in a closed-doors game to boost the former Scotland striker's fitness.

Still all to play for with Dundee FC contracts, says manager Smith

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:02:00 +0100

There may only be six games left in this campaign but Dundee manager Barry Smith says he hasn't made any decisions on who is likely to be offered a new deal at the club.

Celtic 2 St Johnstone 0: Plucky Perth men give Bhoys a taste of title jitters

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:31:00 +0100

St Johnstone may have left Glasgow pointless but there was nothing in this typically determined Parkhead performance to suggest it will have a long-lasting effect on their bid for a European place.

Dundee United 3 Dunfermline Athletic 0: Tangerines players await Gary Mackay-Steven chants at Nou Camp

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:56:00 +0100

Another fine ''Messi'' performance on Saturday had Dundee United fans in raptures.

Celtic v St Johnstone: Saints ready to crash the party

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:33:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Chris Millar has told Celtic the Perth men are ready to ruin their party.

Dundee United v Dunfermline: Pars bring in experienced keeper to support survival fight

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:49:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim Jefferies has added to his goalkeeping options with the signing of Spaniard Bernardo Dominguez.

Dundee United v Dunfermline: Houston sees Pars as biggest threat in weeks

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:06:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has warned his players to be wary of the new manager effect when they face Dunfermline on Saturday.

UPDATE: Dundee United receive league cash from Rangers

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:48:00 +0100

Dundee United have received one of the cash payments they were seeking from Rangers.

Rangers fans' group accuse Dundee United of treating them with 'disdain'

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:08:00 +0100

Rangers fans have stepped up to pay money owed to Dunfermline but have pointedly decided against doing the same for Dundee United — claiming the Tangerines have treated the crisis-hit Glasgow club with "disdain".

Inverness CT 0 St Johnstone 1: Saints take another step towards Europe

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:01:00 +0100

St Johnstone strode three points clear of Dundee United into fourth spot in the SPL with a hard-earned win in Inverness.

Milos Lacny 'gutted' by injury news

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:19:00 +0100

Dundee United frontman Milos Lacny is unlikely to play for the Tangerines again.

Inverness CT v St Johnstone: European football a tantalising thought for Lee Croft

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:50:00 +0100

Lee Croft has already seen what it's like to miss out on Europe on the last day of the season, and he doesn't want St Johnstone to suffer the same fate.

Dundee 4 Ayr United 1: Youngsters steal the show in Dark Blues' return to winning ways

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:58:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith believes the Dark Blues' thumping of Ayr United will send out the message loud and clear that his players will continue to give their all until the end of the season.

Dundee United boss expecting young stars to feature strongly in end-of-season awards

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:18:00 +0100

Dundee United young guns Gary Mackay-Steven and Johnny Russell should have a shot at glory when the awards are dished out, according to manager Peter Houston.

Dundee v Ayr United: Dark Blues determined to lighten the mood

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:58:00 +0100

Dundee defender Gary Irvine has admitted the players owe themselves and their fans a good performance when they host Ayr United tonight.

Dunfermline 1 St Mirren 1: Signs of encouragement for new Pars boss Jim Jefferies

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:36:00 +0100

In the build-up to Saturday's vital game against St Mirren, Dunfermline chairman John Yorkston had stated his hope that ''Jim'll fix it''.

St Johnstone 2 Hearts 1: Another European adventure on the horizon for Alan Mannus

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:28:00 +0100

Alan Mannus turned his back on European football to try his luck in the SPL. The Northern Ireland international's gamble didn't look like paying off for the first seven months of his St Johnstone career, as he was confined to the bench without so much as a minute of game time to speak of.

Dundee 1 Raith Rovers 1: McGlynn's men unlucky not to take all three points against disappointing Dark Blues

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:44:00 +0100

Dundee midfielder Ryan Conroy admits boss Barry Smith was right to criticise their performance on Saturday — and insists the Dark Blues will make amends to their supporters in Tuesday night's game against Ayr United.

Hibs 0 Dundee United 2: Gary Mackay-Steven's virtuoso display prompts ultimate compliment

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:04:00 +0100

Managers always hate their up-and-coming players being compared to big-name stars, arguing that it puts unnecessary pressure on a youngster at a vulnerable stage in his career.

Dunfermline v St Mirren: Pars determined to start Jefferies era with a long overdue home win

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:12:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Martin Hardie has spoken of his shock following the sacking of former manager Jim McIntyre last week.

Dundee v Raith Rovers: Smith tells fans 'We still need you'

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:20:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has appealed to the Dark Blues' fans to keep the faith for the rest of the season.

Hibs v Dundee United: Tangerines' preparations hit by major injury blow to Milos Lacny

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:22:00 +0000

Dundee United frontman Milos Lacny's season is over after he tore his cruciate ligament on the training pitch.

Ryan Conroy says basic desire to win will push Dundee on until end of season

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:14:00 +0000

Ryan Conroy insists Dundee will still be aiming to take maximum points from their remaining matches despite suffering a crushing blow to their promotion hopes.

'Jim'll fix it' — Dunfermline chief hoping Jim Jefferies can perform miracles at East End Park

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:51:00 +0000

St Johnstone shaping up for crucial weekend clash with Hearts

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:58:00 +0000

A new formation worked a treat for St Johnstone in Paisley on Saturday, and Perth boss Steve Lomas is contemplating giving it another go on their own ground at the weekend.

Manager pays tribute to Dundee United's unsung hero Jon Daly

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:58:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has paid tribute to club skipper Jon Daly after he took his season's goal tally to 18 by scoring against Rangers at the weekend.

'Backing the Dee' — Dark Blues to pay shirt tribute to 'legendary' fan Wullie Reilly

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:25:00 +0000

Dundee are to pay a heartfelt tribute to much-loved fan Wullie Reilly at Saturday's game against Raith Rovers at Dens Park.

Lomas fears St Johnstone could see a quick reversal of fortunes

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:26:00 +0000

St Johnstone could go from Europa League hopefuls to relegation possibles if the current squad is decimated in the summer, manager Steve Lomas has warned.

Lighten up — Peter Houston says Dundee United players need to give themselves a break

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:37:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has told his players to stop being so hard on themselves.

Hamilton Accies 3 Dundee 1: Manager shoulders responsibility for crushing defeat

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:37:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith blamed himself for the defeat that all but confirmed the Dark Blues will miss out on promotion to the SPL.

Jim Jefferies gets straight down to business as new Dunfermline manager

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:36:00 +0000

Jim Jefferies has been appointed the new Dunfermline manager.

Fabrice Muamba collapse brings back painful memories for St Johnstone boss

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:28:00 +0000

The sight of Fabrice Muamba collapsing on the pitch at White Hart Lane at the weekend brought back harrowing memories for St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas.

'I just hope he pulls through' — Fabrice Muamba scare helps Scott Severin look at the bigger picture

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:20:00 +0000

Dundee United's Scott Severin has admitted Fabrice Muamba's life-threatening collapse at the weekend put his own problems into perspective.

Hamilton Accies v Dundee: Dark Blues want 'more of the same'

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:52:00 +0000

Dundee were in cruise control at Cappielow at the weekend and Mark Fotheringham is looking for a repeat performance tonight at Hamilton.

Dunfermline to resume talks with Jim Jefferies

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:19:00 +0000

Dunfermline directors met Jim Jefferies on Monday to offer him the East End Park manager's job.

Dundee United 2 Rangers 1: 'Terrible' Tangerines still too strong for troubled Gers

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:09:00 +0000

Dundee United beating Rangers while playing well below their best. It's not a scenario that the Tangerines are familiar with. Nobody in the SPL is. But it's an accurate reflection of Saturday's clash between the teams at Tannadice, and perhaps a sign of the times.

Morton 0 Dundee 2: Dark Blues do their best to pressure leaders

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:43:00 +0000

When the floodlights failed at Dens Park last Tuesday night forcing the cancellation of Dundee's game against Ayr, Graham Bayne felt it was the final straw in his ''jinxed'' season.

St Mirren 0 St Johnstone 3: Sandaza finds salvation on all-Saints day

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:11:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza breathed a big sigh of relief as he rediscovered the path to goal on all-Saints day in Paisley.

Dundee United pledge support for Scott Severin

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:21:00 +0000

Scott Severin's Dundee United team-mates have been left ''devastated'' by the news that the former Scotland international's career is over.

St Mirren v St Johnstone: Sandaza urged to show patience

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:31:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has taken star striker Fran Sandaza aside to assure him he'll soon be back on the goal trail.

Morton v Dundee: Hosts' late, late show puts Barry Smith on guard

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:29:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith took note of Morton's stunning comeback in midweek and warned they will now face a Greenock side full of confidence.

Dundee United v Rangers: Houston expects 'wounded' Ibrox men to come out fighting

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:58:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has warned a ''wounded animal'' will be on the loose at Tannadice this weekend.

Rhys Weston says Dundee players took a shine to training in the dark

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:31:00 +0000

Dundee skipper Rhys Weston has revealed that training in the dark was an illuminating experience.

Robbie's red is a green light for Keith Watson to reclaim his Dundee United place

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:53:00 +0000

As disappointed as he was for Robbie Neilson on Sunday, Dundee United's Keith Watson is now hoping to gain from his fellow defender's absence from the Tangerines starting line-up.

Dundee United boss shows support for 'distraught' defender Robbie Neilson

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:39:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston says Robbie Neilson is ''absolutely distraught'' about his red card against Celtic.

Dundee apologise to fans after floodlight failure forces Ayr United call-off

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:17:00 +0000

Dens Park operations manager Jim Thomson apologised to supporters after Dundee's First Division clash with Ayr United was called off 15 minutes before kick-off because of floodlight failure.

Dundee United defender thinks another win against Rangers could be on the cards

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:21:00 +0000

Garry Kenneth insists Dundee United will head into the second part of their Old Firm double-header in good heart.

Dundee v Ayr United: McKeown says Dark Blues can't fail this season

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:05:00 +0000

Dundee's Craig McKeown insists the fact the club still exists means this season will be a success no matter what happens in the SPL promotion race.

Aston Villa youngster Ebby Nelson-Addy on week's trial at St Johnstone

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:31:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas may have his sights firmly set on a top-six finish and possible European qualification but he is already starting to think of next season.

Dundee United 0 Celtic 4: Neilson delivers a knockout blow to Tangerines' Scottish Cup hopes

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 12:39:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston resisted the temptation to fire a verbal volley at Robbie Neilson as the 10-man Tangerines were sent spinning out of the Scottish Cup.

Queen of the South 1 Raith Rovers 0: Defeat leaves Kirkcaldy men in deep relegation trouble

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:43:00 +0000

Raith Rovers captain Grant Murray admits Saturday's defeat in Dumfries was a missed opportunity in the fight to avoid the drop.

Queen of the South v Raith Rovers: McGlynn puts trust in rookie for crucial match

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:56:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is set to field 19-year-old rookie keeper Ross Laidlaw once again in Saturday's crunch game.

Dundee United v Celtic: Rankin expecting a 'special afternoon' between Scotland's form sides

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 13:50:00 +0000

Dundee United and Celtic will meet as two seemingly irresistible forces in their Scottish Cup quarter-final.

SFA send warning to Rangers' administrators over cash owed to Dundee United

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:58:00 +0000

The SFA have finally acted decisively with regards to the £100,000 due to Dundee United from Rangers.

Old Firm off the guest list for SPL clubs' secret meeting

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:50:00 +0000

The drama that is Scottish football took another twist when it emerged the 10 non-Old Firm clubs in the SPL are to hold talks at a secret location next week.

'We'll have a go' — Dundee United won't be sitting back against Celtic

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:42:00 +0000

Dundee United have been in sparkling form of late, but manager Peter Houston believes they'll have to scale even greater heights to knock Celtic out of the Scottish Cup at the weekend.

'It was just great to pull that Dark Blue jersey over my head again' — Mark Fotheringham fired up on return to Dundee

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:53:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has signed Mark Fotheringham until the end of the season in what will be the midfielder's second spell at the club — and the player admits it feels like he has never been away.

Johnny Russell keeping his feet on the ground after showing Messi-like skills

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:33:00 +0000

Johnny Russell insists he is only interested in starring for Dundee United and has dismissed all speculation regarding his future.

In today's Courier: an in-depth interview with Dundee chief Scot Gardiner

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:29:00 +0000

In Wednesday's Courier, Ian Roache chats to new Dundee FC chief executive Scot Gardiner about the way ahead for the Dark Blues and his determination to make them respected and admired in the community, city and across Scottish football.

Little and large put a smile on Raith Rovers boss's face

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 09:32:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has hailed his very own ''Keegan and Toshack'' after the Fifers put some breathing space between themselves and the foot of Division One.

Dundee treatment room busy after comeback win at Livingston

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:06:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has revealed that Saturday's victory over Livingston came at a cost.

Dunfermline say finances back on track after striking deal with Rangers' administrators

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:41:00 +0000

Dunfermline are set to receive the £84,000 owed to them by Rangers for ticket money.

Dundee United 3 Inverness CT 0: The three Rs hand out a lesson in finishing

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:20:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston says he can't ask any more of his players than they are giving just now.

Dunfermline 0 Motherwell 2: Steelmen cash in on another goalkeeping disaster

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:51:00 +0000

It is perhaps twisting the knife to state that a group of players denied part of their salaries last week were then made to pay in full for a catastrophic error. However, that's the sad truth of yet another home defeat for Dunfermline on Saturday.

Livingston 2 Dundee 3: Dark Blues refusing to give in

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:48:00 +0000

Rab Douglas admits Dundee saw their life in this season's Division One title race flash before their eyes until scoring a last-gasp winner over Livingston.

Dundee United v Inverness CT: Fourth spot the prize for a Tangerine victory

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:39:00 +0000

Dundee United can take a giant step towards a top-six finish tonight but they are certainly not taking a win over Inverness Caley Thistle at Tannadice for granted.

Livingston v Dundee: Barry Smith reluctant to risk Nicky Riley comeback

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:08:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith looks likely to keep the reins on Nicky Riley for the player's own good.

East Fife chief says manager John Robertson had to go to end 'uncertainty'

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:01:00 +0000

East Fife chairman Sid Collumbine says the club had to sack manager John Robertson to end the uncertainty surrounding his position.

'A difficult time for the game' — Dunfermline insist players' wages will be paid in full

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:38:00 +0000

Dunfermline director of football Jim Leishman has held crisis talks with the club's players to reassure them they will be paid the wages they are due.

Two tricky away matches could define St Johnstone's season

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:30:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas believes the next two league games are pivotal in his side's season.

Accounts show financial pressures facing Dunfermline — even before Rangers crisis

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:07:00 +0000

Dunfermline were still losing money as they won promotion back to the SPL but the losses were considerably less than that of the previous year.

Willo Flood pleased to see Dundee United grabbing attention

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:19:00 +0000

Willo Flood got used to Dundee United fighting it out at the top end of the table during his first spell with Dundee United and wants to sample the same second time around.

Dundee United reach agreement with Rangers' administrators for SPL ticket cash

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:40:00 +0000

Dundee United have been given assurances by Rangers' administrators Duff and Phelps that they will receive ticket money for the game against the Old Firm side at Tannadice on March 17.

Kirk hopes Dundee United's Scotland Under-21 stars inspire others

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:56:00 +0000

Dundee United's Scotland under-21 contingent can inspire the other young players at the club, according to Tannadice assistant Gary Kirk.

Barry Smith thinks Kevin McBride could have a future at Dundee

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:21:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith is to sit down with trialist Kevin McBride to discuss the player's future.

St Johnstone 3 Dunfermline 1: Pars in big trouble after easy Saints win

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:51:00 +0000

St Johnstone boosted their prospects of European football by dispatching bogey team Dunfermline.

Dundee 1 Ross County 1: Dark Blues refusing to give up despite more dropped points

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:32:00 +0000

Dundee's Steven Milne insists no-one in at the club is ready to run up the white flag of surrender on their title aspirations just yet.

Hearts 0 Dundee United 2: Impressive Gunning soars to new heights for Tangerines

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:24:00 +0000

He may have celebrated his goal with his own version of the birdie dance but there was nothing chicken-like about Gavin Gunning's display at Tynecastle on Saturday.

UPDATE: Dundee United receive David Goodwillie payment from Blackburn Rovers

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:51:00 +0000

Dundee United have confirmed that they have now received a cash payment due to them from Blackburn Rovers.

St Johnstone v Dunfermline: Hart can do old club a big favour by helping Saints to victory

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:09:00 +0000

Michael Hart is still coming to terms with an incredible reversal of fortune that has seen him swap a relegation scrap with Hibs for a fight for a top-six place with St Johnstone.

Hearts v Dundee United: Houston says side's recent success is built on firm foundations

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:57:00 +0000

He may have watched his team hit one team for four and another for five recently, but manager Peter Houston is not forgetting the role played by his defence in providing a solid base for Dundee United's recent good form.

St Johnstone v Dunfermline: Pars boss accepts club is in two-way race for survival

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:15:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre admits the first thing on his mind when the final whistle blows at the end of a Pars game is how Hibs have fared. That's because he knows the two teams are now involved in a two-horse race for SPL survival.

Dundee v Ross County: Smith says home fans can make the difference in crucial clash

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:53:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has urged the Dens faithful to be the 12th man for their promotion crunch clash against Ross County.

Raith Rovers v Partick Thistle: McGlynn wants winning run to start here

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:42:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is urging his side to regain the winning habit to ensure they come out on top in their mini-league at the bottom of the First Division.

Dundee FC's on-loan striker Carl Finnigan relieved to end goal drought

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:14:00 +0000

Dundee's on-loan striker Carl Finnigan admits that he cannot remember the last time he scored before he hit the back of the net on Tuesday night against Falkirk.

'This has been a great move for me' — Dundee United dynamo John Rankin loving his time at Tannadice

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:12:00 +0000

Dundee United's in-form midfielder John Rankin has revealed how starring for the Tangerines has put the smile back on his face.

Celtic 2 Dunfermline 0: Pars find Hoops in untouchable form

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:19:00 +0000

Charlie Mulgrew celebrated his first Scotland call-up with a wonderful strike which helped take Celtic 20 points clear of Rangers at the top of the table — and cemented Dunfermline's place at the bottom.

Celtic v Dunfermline: McIntyre refuses to be defeated by Pars' lengthy injury list

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:33:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre is convinced his Pars have enough quality to avoid relegation from the SPL — despite suffering from an injury crisis.

Falkirk 1 Dundee 1: Pressley questions loan system after former Bairn steals point for Dark Blues

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:04:00 +0000

A dogged Dundee side salvaged a dramatic last-gasp draw, with Carl Finnigan coming back to haunt his former side.

Dundee United 4 Kilmarnock 0: Houston hails John Rankin's 'brilliant' attitude

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:39:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston hailed midfielder John Rankin for his virtuoso display against Kilmarnock.

Hamilton Accies 2 Raith Rovers 1: Ayr defeat the only plus on another bad day for Rovers

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:18:00 +0000

Raith Rovers crashed to a second defeat in four days with a lacklustre performance.

Hamilton Accies v Raith Rovers: McGlynn receives some good news on injured midfielder

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:47:00 +0000

Raith Rovers received some good news ahead of tonight's trip to Hamilton Accies.

Dundee United v Kilmarnock: Tangerines determined to put on more of a show

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:43:00 +0000

Gavin Gunning has told Dundee United's fans they can expect some home improvements at Tannadice.

Stark says Gary Mackay-Steven's call-up was safe even before the 'Gaz Getaway'

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:21:00 +0000

Scotland Under-21 manager Billy Stark has laughed off suggestions the ''Gaz Getaway'' played any part in Gary Mackay-Steven's call-up.

Falkirk v Dundee: Dark Blues hoping to field former Scotland star Nigel Quashie

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:47:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has moved to lure former Scotland midfielder Nigel Quashie to Dens Park.

'I made a good decision' — Fran Sandaza relieved to have turned back on crisis-hit Rangers

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:29:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza has sent a get well soon message to Rangers while admitting he is glad to have avoided the turmoil at Ibrox.

Queen of the South 1 Dundee 1: Frustrations continue for Dark Blues

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:47:00 +0000

Gary Irvine admitted to a sense of deja vu after Dundee let Ross County off the hook for the second week on the trot.

Aberdeen 0 St Johnstone 0: Steve Lomas sees a plus point in dire goalless draw

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:05:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas took some consolation from a dreadful 0-0 draw against Aberdeen at Pittodrie.

Dundee United 0 St Mirren 0: Few arguing with Houston's description of 'brutal' match

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Describing this contest as 'brutal' — as manager Peter Houston did afterwards — was probably still even charitable after Dundee United's third draw of the season with St Mirren.

Rangers administration crisis brings back painful memories for Gordon Chisholm

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:48:00 +0000

Former Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm reckons Ally McCoist will actually carry less of a burden now that Rangers are in administration.

Dundee's fixture schedule changes again

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:01:00 +0000

Dundee boss barry Smith has taken yet another enforced fixture change in his stride.

Dundee United say Rangers fans still welcome at Tannadice

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:58:00 +0000

Dundee United say the Tannadice doors will be open to Rangers supporters when the teams meet in the SPL next month.

St Johnstone treatment room busy ahead of Aberdeen clash

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:27:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Steven Anderson is rated doubtful for the trip to face Aberdeen on Sunday.

John Rankin reveals a long-standing link to Dundee United captain

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:58:00 +0000

John Rankin was impressed by Jon Daly when the two of them were teenagers on trial at Arsenal over a decade ago, and he's turned into an even bigger fan of the Irish striker now they've eventually become team-mates.

Dunfermline owed £80,000 from crisis-hit Rangers

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:36:00 +0000

Dunfermline are the latest club to be afflicted by Rangers entering into administration, after it emerged the Ibrox club are due the Pars around £80,000.

Nicky Riley's injury comeback looks like being delayed

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:28:00 +0000

The chances of Nicky Riley making his Dundee comeback at the weekend have receded.

St Johnstone 1 Hearts 2: Lomas sees team fall to 'very soft penalty'

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:58:00 +0000

Hearts were nearly broken on St Valentine's Day at McDiarmid Park but battled back in dramatic style to to book their place in the last eight of the Scottish Cup.

Garry Kenneth 'a big doubt' for visit of St Mirren

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:23:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth is set to miss this weekend's game against St Mirren.

Nicky Riley almost ready to play his part in Dundee's title push

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:43:00 +0000

Dundee winger Nicky Riley is back in training.

St Johnstone v Hearts: Saints challenged to make up for weekend horror show

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:35:00 +0000

Fran Sandaza is praying St Johnstone can put the blunders behind them as they aim to reach the last eight of the Scottish Cup tonight.

Dundee United facing £100,000 hit from Rangers' administration move

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:49:00 +0000

Dundee United are due just under £100,000 from crisis club Rangers from their recent Scottish Cup tie.

Dunfermline 1 Rangers 4: Pars managing to remain upbeat

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:18:00 +0000

Dunfermline defender Alex Keddie believes the battle for survival will go to the wire despite the Pars finding themselves alone at the bottom.

Dundee 2 Hamilton Accies 2: Dark Blues find it hard to argue with result

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:18:00 +0000

Steven Milne admits it was frustrating to blow a golden opportunity to claw back some ground on Division One leaders Ross County — but admitted a draw was a fair result against Hamilton on Saturday.

St Johnstone 1 Dundee United 5: Saints errors help Tangerines to big win

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:42:00 +0000

Paul Dixon isn't likely to get a hat-trick in his career, so setting up three in one game is probably as good as it will get for the Dundee United defender.

Mark Kerr waiting for verdict from Dunfermline medical staff

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:23:00 +0000

Dunfermline have suffered a major injury blow as they battle for SPL survival.

Tommy Wright's international adventure can be a diamond deal for St Johnstone

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:06:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas believes there can be a spin-off for the club from assistant manager Tommy Wright's international involvement.

Dundee United signing Radoslaw Cierzniak is following in countrymen's footsteps

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:04:00 +0000

Dundee United new boy Radoslaw Cierzniak has revealed how he hopes to make it a happy Polish hat-trick for the Tangerines.

Dunfermline v Rangers: Pars urged to remember December

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:47:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre believes his players can take a lot of confidence from the last time they faced Rangers.

Jordan McMillan willing to add to Rangers' troubles

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:13:00 +0000

Dunfermline new boy Jordan McMillan is backing Rangers to retain their SPL title but he hopes to make it even harder for them to be crowned champions again.

Jon Daly warns Dundee United fans to enjoy Gary Mackay-Steven while they can

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:13:00 +0000

Dundee United skipper Jon Daly believes it is only a matter of time before bigger clubs start casting covetous eyes over Gary Mackay-Steven.

Dundee boss not expecting to feel the joy of six

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:39:00 +0000

Dundee hit Hamilton with ''six of the best'' back in December but Dark Blues boss Barry Smith isn't expecting his side to give Accies a similar caning on Saturday.

Peter Houston determined Dundee United won't suffer from a cup glory hangover

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:42:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has called on his players to ensure that Sunday's stunning Scottish Cup triumph over Rangers at Ibrox at the weekend is the start of something big.

Dunfermline 1 Kilmarnock 1: Pars level with Hibs but stay bottom of SPL

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:22:00 +0000

Dunfermline missed the two targets they had set themselves on Tuesday night — ending their home hoodoo and getting off the bottom of the SPL.

Dundee add new five-figure investor

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:55:00 +0000

Dundee have announced in their latest financial update that an unnamed private investor has injected a five-figure sum into the club.

Morgaro Gomis backing Dundee United to complete a Scottish Cup Old Firm double

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:44:00 +0000

Scottish Cup winner Morgaro Gomis believes Dundee United can beat Celtic in their quarter-final and repeat 2010's Hampden heroics.

Murray Davidson played through the pain for St Johnstone

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:53:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has revealed that Murray Davidson took a pre-match pain-killing injection to enable him to play against Hearts on Sunday.

Dunfermline v Kilmarnock: Pars keeper ready to be a helping hand

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:51:00 +0000

Dunfermline keeper Iain Turner is determined to be the hero and not the villain of the piece when the Pars face Kilmarnock tonight.

Johnny Russell thanks fans for support after vile Twitter abuse

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:54:00 +0000

Dundee United star Johnny Russell has thanked fans for their support after sickening abuse was directed at him on Twitter for scoring one of the goals that knocked Rangers out of the Scottish Cup.

Dundee boss happy to play the waiting game

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:36:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith isn't panicking about the lack of a new loan signing at Dens Park.

Hearts 1 St Johnstone 1: Saints come good to grab replay chance

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:04:00 +0000

Ten-man St Johnstone dug deep to stay in the Scottish Cup after fighting back to earn a deserved draw in Edinburgh.

Rangers 0 Dundee United 2: Ruthless Tangerines pile more pressure on Ibrox men

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:18:00 +0000

Dundee United dumped Rangers out of the Scottish Cup thanks to a stunning performance that was as comfortable as it was convincing.

Scottish Cup semi-final disappointment still weighs heavy on St Johnstone minds

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:46:00 +0000

St Johnstone's Murray Davidson admits he is desperate to exorcise the demons of last season's Scottish Cup Hampden horror show — starting on Sunday against Hearts.

'I want to be playing football' — Jordan McMillan not happy to take money for nothing

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:52:00 +0000

Jordan McMillan insists there will be no old pals' act when he lines up for Dunfermline against Rangers next week.

Richie Ryan determined to make most of second chance at Dundee United

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:29:00 +0000

Richie Ryan is loving every minute of his time at Dundee United, despite having not yet broken into the first team.

Unfinished business made Darren Mackie reject Dundee's advances

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:40:00 +0000

Darren Mackie has rejected the offer of a move to Dundee because he is determined to end the season as a Scottish Cup winner with Aberdeen.

Stevie Campbell shaping Dundee United's youngsters into some of top targets in country

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:10:00 +0000

Dundee United's Stuart Armstrong has paid tribute to the man overseeing the conveyor belt of young talent coming through at Tannadice.

Manager has no doubts Sandaza and Morris will continue to give 100% for St Johnstone

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:15:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas insists Jody Morris and Fran Sandaza have retained their focus for the club despite some feverish speculation about their futures during the transfer window.

Dundee chief urges fans not to worry about lack of transfer activity

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:38:00 +0000

The transfer window closed without Dundee being able to add to a squad which suffered a loss on Monday when star man Gavin Rae left for Aberdeen.

Dunfermline and Rangers do business on transfer deadline day

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:11:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre pulled off a major double signing swoop from Rangers before the transfer window shut.

Dundee United new boy Milos Lacny out to prove Celtic were wrong

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:01:00 +0000

New Dundee United signing Milos Lacny aims to show Celtic boss Neil Lennon he made a big mistake not handing him a deal at Parkhead.

Transfer window shuts with St Johnstone's star men still in place

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:37:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas' wishes were granted as the deadline transfer window closed with Fran Sandaza and Jody Morris still McDiarmid Park men.

St Johnstone boss will be anxious until the midnight hour

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:57:00 +0000

Steve Lomas completed two more loan signings on Monday, but the St Johnstone boss is still living in fear that his top scorer and club captain may yet be taken away from him.

Dundee boss convinced Gavin Rae can shine on SPL stage with Aberdeen

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:11:00 +0000

Gavin Rae has left Dundee with praise ringing in his ears.

Houston says new striker Milos Lacny offers Dundee United something different

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:55:00 +0000

Peter Houston says Slovakian striker Milos Lacny will give him new options up front in the closing months of the season.

Aberdeen 1 Dunfermline 0: Pars denied by yet another goalkeeping calamity

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:14:00 +0000

It was an all too familiar tale of woe for Dunfermline on Saturday in the Granite City.

Motherwell 3 St Johnstone 2: Saints have the building blocks — if they can keep them

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:28:00 +0000

Two of the most important days of the season are coming up for St Johnstone, and there won't be as much as a single SPL point at stake.

Celtic expected to make third bid for Dundee United's Johnny Russell

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:11:00 +0000

Dundee United have rejected two bids from Celtic for striker Johnny Russell.

Aberdeen and Hibs confirm interest in Dundee's Gavin Rae

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:23:00 +0000

Aberdeen manager Craig Brown and his Hibs counterpart Pat Fenlon have confirmed they are hoping to sign Dundee midfielder Gavin Rae.

Houston wants Dundee United to hit the ground running after brief SPL break

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:22:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has challenged his players to put together a run of victories.

Olympics pose a club-versus-country dilemma for St Johnstone's Marcus Haber

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:41:00 +0000

Much has been made of the Olympics conundrum faced by Scottish players who are offered the chance to represent Great Britain in the summer Games, but St Johnstone's Canadian striker Marcus Haber has revealed he has a 2012 dilemma of his own.

Cardiff City's Craig Conway one game away from a cross-border cup double

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:19:00 +0000

Craig Conway has already been a Hampden hero — and now he's ready to be a Wembley winner too.

Gavin Rae's fine form catching attention of SPL clubs

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:56:00 +0000

Dundee midfielder Gavin Rae is understood to be a target for both Aberdeen and Hibs.

Motherwell 3 Dunfermline 1: Pars pass up big chance to climb table

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:48:00 +0000

Dunfermline squandered a golden chance to get off the bottom of the SPL as they lost to 10-man Motherwell at Fir Park.

Dundee United linked with Hearts' want-away man Ryan Stevenson

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:17:00 +0000

Dundee Unired are understood to have made Hearts rebel Ryan Stevenson their next transfer target.

'I wouldn't have taken this job on anywhere else' — new Dundee FC chief fired up for challenge

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:25:00 +0000

He learned some valuable lessons under the then Sir Alan Sugar at Spurs, but Dundee's new chief executive Scot Gardiner is out to prove he is no apprentice in the world of football.

Motherwell v Dunfermline: Steelmen will face a Pars team full of new fight

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:47:00 +0000

Self-belief is sweeping through Dunfermline as they target the win that will lift them off the bottom of the SPL.

Dundee United end interest in Slovakian striker

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:50:00 +0000

Dundee United will not be pursuing their interest in Milos Lacny.

'They tried to get me cheaply' — Fran Sandaza tells Rangers they don't know what they're missing

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:41:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza has offered a scathing critique of the way Rangers handled their bid to sign him.

Kilmarnock 0 Dunfermline 3: Pars find it's good to talk

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:39:00 +0000

When Dunfermline's first division promotion campaign was faltering last season a no-holds-barred team meeting helped pull them back from the brink of collapse and eventually clinch the title.

Dundee United 1 Motherwell 1: Tangerines fail to finish the job

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:07:00 +0000

Dundee United skipper Jon Daly has expressed his frustration that the Tangerines failed to pick up their first league victory of 2012 against Motherwell on Saturday.

Partick Thistle 0 Dundee 0: Rab Douglas drives the point home

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:04:00 +0000

Rab Douglas produced a goalkeeping masterclass to ensure Dundee left windswept Firhill with a point.

Hibs 2 St Johnstone 3: Another impressive win means Saints fans can dare to dream of Europe

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:07:00 +0000

Monte Carlo provided many a St Johnstone fan with their most cherished memory from years spent following their team.

Lee Croft ready to TOWIE the line at St Johnstone

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:28:00 +0000

New St Johnstone signing Lee Croft has featured in the showbiz pages of newspapers more than the sports ones in recent times thanks to his celebrity girlfriend, but the on-loan Derby County winger has insisted his focus is making a name for himself on the pitch and not off it while he is in Scotland.

Partick Thistle v Dundee: Barry Smith wants Dark Blues to continue showing SPL class

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:25:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith had every right to be proud of the way his players went toe to toe with Kilmarnock in the Scottish Cup.

Dundee United's striker hunt goes on after Dougie Imrie signs for St Mirren

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:03:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston will now look elsewhere to find attacking talent after the club dropped their interest in Dougie Imrie.

'One of the toughest times' — Dunfermline boss facing biggest challenge

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:49:00 +0000

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has admitted this is one of the toughest periods of his managerial career.

Gary Mackay-Steven says signing extended deal with Dundee United was an easy decision

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:40:00 +0000

Dundee United winger Gary Mackay-Steven says feeling wanted made him pledge his future to the club.

St Johnstone boss swoops for two wingers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:38:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has signed two wingers on loan until the end of the season — Derby County's Lee Croft and Falkirk's Jack Compton.

Dougie Imrie linked with St Mirren after Dundee United stick to their guns

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:49:00 +0000

Dundee United's refusal to up their bid for Dougie Imrie has seen them end their interest in the Hamilton striker.

Dunfermline 1 Inverness CT 3: Pars out of the cup after extra-time misery

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:03:00 +0000

There has been precious little home comfort for Dunfermline this season in the league, and that dismal run continued in their Scottish Cup fourth round replay.

Cup encounter has given Dundee the taste for SPL action

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:24:00 +0000

Gary Harkins may have paved the way for Dundee's exit from the Scottish Cup, but the Dark Blues would love to face him again next season.

Dundee United boss urges Willo Flood to go easier on himself

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:17:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Willo Flood has been urged to give himself a break as he bids to rediscover his form.

Dunfermline v Inverness CT: Graham dreaming of a smooth passage into next round

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:55:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Davie Graham is hoping the Pars will be razor sharp in tonight's Scottish Cup replay against Inverness — so he can finally bid farewell to his flourishing facial fuzz.

Kilmarnock 2 Dundee 1: Harkins back to torment former team-mates

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:17:00 +0000

Gary Harkins came back to haunt Dundee at Rugby Park, making a miraculous recovery from injury to help knock his old club out of the Scottish Cup.

St Johnstone boss keen to line up some signings

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:46:00 +0000

Steve Lomas opened the salmon season on the River Tay on Monday, and the St Johnstone manager admitted he's hoping to make a couple of big catches this week in the transfer market.

Kilmarnock v Dundee: Lockwood has had enough of trying his luck

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:45:00 +0000

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood insists he is willing to take a penalty tonight — but only if the Dark Blues end up in a shootout.

Take it or leave it — Dundee United boss won't be pressed into upping Dougie Imrie offer

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:36:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has stressed he has other options should the bid to sign Dougie Imrie not succeed.

Opponents' cup commitments give Dundee clubs an extra weekend off

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:46:00 +0000

Dundee United and Dundee will both have a weekend off at the end of this month because of the Scottish Communities League Cup.

Dunfermline 2 Hibs 3: Pars rooted at the bottom after East End Park thriller

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:41:00 +0000

In the preview for this game in Saturday's Courier, lifelong Hibs fan Liam Buchanan admitted there would be no room for sentiment if he lined up against his favourites from Leith.

Celtic 2 Dundee United 1: Tangerines pay price of showing leaders too much respect

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:45:00 +0000

Dundee United have now left Celtic Park 37 times without a win since their last victory at the home of the Hoops on Boxing Day 1992.

Dundee 3 Livingston 0: Championship talk getting harder to avoid for Dark Blues

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:36:00 +0000

Steven Milne has been over the course and distance of the Division One title race before. During his time with St Johnstone he was both the hunter and the hunted, so is relaxed about Dundee's chances of winning the championship.

St Johnstone 1 Rangers 2: Saints captain has words for man in the middle

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:59:00 +0000

I think it's safe to say that referee Craig Thomson hasn't won a friend in St Johnstone captain Jody Morris.

Hamilton Accies tell Dundee United to up bid for Dougie Imrie

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:02:00 +0000

Dundee United's attempt to sign striker Dougie Imrie from Hamilton Accies has stalled over the asking price.

St Johnstone boss keen to make his own signing moves after dealing with other clubs' interest

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:23:00 +0000

All the focus on St Johnstone during the transfer window so far has been on a possible departure, but Perth boss Steve Lomas has revealed he is working tirelessly to ensure there are some arrivals.

Dundee would welcome Calum Elliot back to Dens — if he would play for free

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:21:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has left the Dens Park door open for striker Calum Elliot.

Houston says Dougie Imrie would be a good fit at Dundee United — wherever he played

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:26:00 +0000

Versatility is what persuaded Dundee United manager Peter Houston to bid for Dougie Imrie.

Local clubs looking forward to Scottish Cup TV boost

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:48:00 +0000

Dundee United, St Johnstone and Dunfermline can all look forward to cashing in thanks to their Scottish Cup games being televised.

Gavin Rae is just doing what comes naturally

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:41:00 +0000

Gavin Rae's influence on the Dundee team has been clear for all to see in his second stint at the club, but the midfielder isn't getting carried away with all the praise coming his way.

Michael Gardyne agrees to join Dundee United in the summer

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:12:00 +0000

Dundee United have clinched the signing of Ross County midfielder Michael Gardyne on a pre-contract agreement.

Loan spell could be the making of St Johnstone striker's career

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:14:00 +0000

Paul Hartley believes St Johnstone striker Stevie May's career path can follow his own when he returns to the Perth club from his loan spell at Alloa.

Dundee boss praises Gavin Rae's 'down-to-earth' attitude

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:54:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has praised Gavin Rae for coming back to Dens Park without any airs or graces.

Dundee United chairman 'upbeat' about club's performance on and off the park

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:42:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has declared himself satisfied with the way the club have combined finance with football.

Roy Hodgson believes Scott Allan is a Premiership star of the future

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:30:00 +0000

West Bromwich Albion manager Roy Hodgson has tipped Scott Allan to become a key man for the Baggies.

Dunfermline making move for Preston's Iain Turner to solve keeper crisis

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:07:00 +0000

Courier Sport understands that Dunfermline are set to sign Preston North End goalkeeper Iain Turner on loan.

Dundee United tracking Michael Gardyne after Scott Allan completes West Bromwich Albion move

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:54:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has confirmed he is interested in bringing Michael Gardyne to Tannadice — as Scott Allan's move to West Bromwich Albion is finally confirmed.

Barry Smith puts Dundee's focus back on league business

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:56:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith is looking for his players to replicate the performance they produced against Kilmarnock in the Scottish Cup when they face Livingston on league business this Saturday.

Steve Lomas sends a blunt message to Ibrox in bid to end Sandaza saga

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:35:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has fired a verbal volley at Rangers, claiming the time has come for them to ''put up'' in their bid to lure striker Fran Sandaza to Ibrox.

Scottish Cup draw: Rangers tie stirs memories of 2010 for Dundee United

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:10:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston hopes the heroics of 2010 can inspire his team when they face Rangers at Ibrox in the fifth round of the Scottish Cup.

Falkirk 2 East Fife 0: Second-half fight pleases Fifers boss

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:41:00 +0000

East Fife boss John Robertson took the positives from his side's 2-0 Scottish Cup defeat at Falkirk.

Cowdenbeath 2 Hibs 3: Blue Brazil push SPL side all the way

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:34:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath bowed out of the Scottish Cup with their heads held high at Central Park on Saturday after a performance which shook their Premier League opponents and came within an ace of forcing what would have been a deserved replay at Easter Road.

Forfar Athletic 0 Aberdeen 4: Loons unable to give Campbell his match made in heaven

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:42:00 +0000

Forfar boss Dick Campbell had hoped for some ''romance of the cup'' to help his side overcome Aberdeen on Saturday. Instead, the Dons playing hard to get at and his team ended up heartbroken.

Dundee 1 Kilmarnock 1: Dark Blues denied by Lockwood's unlucky hat-trick

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:57:00 +0000

Dundee midfielder Gavin Rae not only had to watch teammate Matt Lockwood make it an unhappy hat-trick of misses from the spot — he also got the blame for the blunder!

St Johnstone 2 Brechin City 1: Sandaza the difference as City run Saints close

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:54:00 +0000

Fran Sandaza's future was the subject of speculation in the build-up to Saturday's Scottish Cup tie and the Spanish striker showed why with a crucial winner to squeeze St Johnstone into today's fifth-round draw.

Arbroath 0 Rangers 4: 'Superior' Light Blues dispel any hopes of a fairytale home win

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:04:00 +0000

It was anti-climax in Angus as promising beginnings for Arbroath dissolved into emphatic defeat by a clinical Rangers side.

Airdrie United 2 Dundee United 6: Ruthless Rankin sets Tangerines on road to victory

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:58:00 +0000

John Rankin admitted he would take a few pelters if seen out in Airdrie on Saturday after making such a major contribution to Dundee United's fourth-round William Hill Scottish Cup success over his home-town club.

Raith Rovers 1 Morton 2: McGlynn refuses to blame referee

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:53:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn refused to blame a soft penalty kick award for his side's Scottish Cup exit.

Inverness CT 1 Dunfermline 1: Keepers stand together after day of howlers

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:29:00 +0000

Andy Barrowman leapt to calamity keeper Chris Smith's defence after his late blunder kept Caley Thistle in the cup.

Cowdenbeath v Hibs: Home side full of confidence against SPL strugglers

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:19:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath are putting the finishing touches to preparations for what they hope will be a shock victory over Premier League strugglers Hibs in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup at Central Park on Saturday.

Dundee v Kilmarnock: Dens Park backing can inspire a Scottish Cup upset

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:06:00 +0000

Dundee midfielder Stephen O'Donnell believes the club's Premier-class fans can roar them to Scottish Cup success against Kilmarnock.

St Johnstone v Brechin: Sandaza will play despite Saints manager's anger at agent

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:14:00 +0000

Steve Lomas believes star striker Fran Sandaza could win a move to the English Premier League if he stays with St Johnstone until the end of the season.

Forfar v Aberdeen: Factory work has given Loons keeper a new outlook on life

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:20:00 +0000

Forfar's Greg Paterson believes the Loons have a big "window of opportunity" against SPL side Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup despite being a part-time side from the second division.

Airdrie United v Dundee United: Gary Mackay-Steven returns to club who gave him a future

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:11:00 +0000

Dundee United winger Gary Mackay-Steven will have one of his biggest fans watching him against Airdrie United on Saturday — Diamonds manager Jimmy Boyle.

Arbroath v Rangers: Experience in the ranks means Lichties will not be overawed

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:01:00 +0000

Arbroath defender Kieran McAnespie has beaten Rangers before and he hasn't ruled out doing it again on Sunday.

Dunfermline keeper Paul Gallacher to miss rest of season

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:59:00 +0000

Dunfermline have suffered a hammer blow with the news that Paul Gallacher is out for the rest of the season.

A great Scottish Cup upset is all Brian Kerr wants from TV tie against Rangers

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:51:00 +0000

Arbroath midfielder Brian Kerr insists he won't be trying to use this weekend's high-profile Scottish Cup tie against as a stepping stone back to a higher level.

Dundee determined to put on a show for the cameras against Kilmarnock

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:35:00 +0000

Barry Smith is confident Dundee will show their true face when they meet SPL opposition in the Scottish Cup for the second year in succession.

Dundee United new boy sets sights on a cup double

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:57:00 +0000

Dundee United new boy Richie Ryan has a personal double to aim for as the Tangerines prepare to kick off their Scottish Cup campaign.

Blast from the past has Arbroath manager checking news headlines

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:56:00 +0000

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin is hoping there is no dramatic return to Rangers for Nacho Novo.

St Johnstone defender cleared to seek new start at Morton

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:42:00 +0000

St Johnstone central defender Graham Gartland is poised to make the switch to Greenock Morton.

Dunfermline to make third bid to sign Raith Rovers' John Baird

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:25:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' top scorer John Baird may be about to cross the great Fife divide and join Dunfermline.

St Johnstone looking forward to reaping benefit of Stevie May's loan adventure

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:17:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas is thrilled that teenage striker Stevie May is making his mark with loan club Alloa.

Josh Falkingham hoping to use Arbroath v Rangers Scottish Cup tie as a stepping stone

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:08:00 +0000

Josh Falkingham loved being at Leeds United during the days when big Premiership matches and European ties topped the bill at Elland Road.

Jon Daly reflects on his first fabulous 50 with Dundee United

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:12:00 +0000

Dundee United captain Jon Daly is hoping life begins at 50 after hitting a half-century of goals for the Tangerines.

Gavin Rae excited by thoughts of another Scottish Cup run with Dundee

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:24:00 +0000

Gavin Rae is hoping Dundee can see off Kilmarnock on Saturday and help rekindle fond memories of their march to the 2003 Scottish Cup final.

Arbroath v Rangers Scottish Cup tickets selling out fast

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:04:00 +0000

Arbroath FC fans have just a few days left to snap up the last tickets for the weekend's David-versus-Goliath cup encounter.

Dunfermline Athletic 0 Celtic 3: Defeat leaves Pars contemplating huge January ahead

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:51:00 +0000

Dunfermline's home hoodoo continued at East End Park as table-topping Celtic turned on the style to record a comfortable win.

Dundee United 1 Aberdeen 2: Houston questions match officials' ability to do their jobs

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:53:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston was left raging as two terrible decisions helped swing Monday night's match Aberdeen's way.

Raith Rovers 0 Dundee 1: Dark Blues get back on track

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:47:00 +0000

Dundee got the new year off to the perfect start with a hard-fought victory at Stark's Park.

Inverness CT v St Johnstone: 'Bamboozled' Lomas says fans deserve a better deal after match is called off

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:55:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas says his club's fans suffered a raw deal as a result of the late morning call-off of their clash with Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

Dunfermline v Celtic: Cardle confident Pars have the stomach to fight for SPL future

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:15:00 +0000

A good result against Celtic would be just what the doctor ordered for Dunfermline winger Joe Cardle after spending most of the festive season in his sickbed.

Inverness CT v St Johnstone: Robertson determined to get Saints career back on track

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:31:00 +0000

David Robertson was ''hit by a train'' the last time he was on a football pitch.

Raith Rovers v Dundee: Rovers keen to emulate Dark Blues' climb up the table

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 10:47:00 +0000

Dundee defender Craig McKeown isn't enjoying life as a substitute, but he could be back in the thick of the action this afternoon.

Dundee United v Aberdeen: Young guns promise to give a lesson in free-flowing football

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:38:00 +0000

There will be a school reunion at Tannadice today when Dundee United's Stuart Armstrong meets up with an old acquaintance.

Barry Smith takes to the pitch to pass on some old tricks to Dundee youngsters

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:46:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has pulled his boots back on to give the club's promising youngsters some on-the-job coaching.

Fran Sandaza has found the form of his life with St Johnstone

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:13:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza believes he is playing the best football of his career.

Johnny Russell praises manager's success in building new Dundee United side

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:47:00 +0000

Dundee United's Johnny Russell insists that if manager Peter Houston can steer his young side into Europe this season it will rank alongside the 2010 Scottish Cup triumph in terms of achievement.

Dunfermline v Celtic: McIntyre admires leaders' form — but is not overawed

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:34:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre admits the Pars will be facing a Celtic side whose confidence is ''sky high'' when they are first-footed by the new SPL leaders.

Matt Lockwood still willing to put himself on the spot despite recent penalty woe

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:26:00 +0000

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood has vowed to keep calm and carry on taking penalties despite failing to find the net against Morton.

St Mirren 2 Dundee United 2: Paisley thriller fails to alter Houston's opinion

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:59:00 +0000

Dundee United extended their recent unbeaten run to four games at St Mirren last night after securing a draw which also kept them in the SPL top six.

Dunfermline's trip to Motherwell rescheduled for January 24

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:06:00 +0000

Strong winds forced the postponement of Dunfermline's clash with Motherwell at Fir Park.

St Johnstone 2 Kilmarnock 0: Sandaza double will only increase interest in Saints' Spanish sensation

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:46:00 +0000

St Johnstone rediscovered their home form with a clinical defeat of Kilmarnock, thanks to a double from top scorer Fran Sandaza.

St Johnstone v Kilmarnock: Moon hoping for chance to repay managers' faith

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:15:00 +0000

Derek McInnes gave Kevin Moon his break in the St Johnstone first team, and now the Perth player is looking forward to new boss Steve Lomas taking his game to another level.

St Mirren v Dundee United: Daly hopes Tangerines won't need to rely on another comeback

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:12:00 +0000

Dundee United may be the SPL's comeback kings, but striker Jon Daly would much prefer them to lead from the front.

Dundee still gunning for Ross County despite Morton setback

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:51:00 +0000

Dundee defender Gary Irvine says the gap between the Dark Blues and league leaders Ross County can still be closed.

Motherwell v Dunfermline: Paul Burns says Pars are still full of fight

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:07:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Paul Burns says that while he would prefer not to be fighting a relegation battle, at least it's one taking place in the SPL.

St Johnstone want to help Kevin Moon reach full potential after midfielder agrees extended deal

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:46:00 +0000

St Johnstone midfielder Kevin Moon turned down offers from at home and abroad to commit his future to his home town club.

Dundee 0 Morton 1: Dark Blues pass up golden chance to close gap on leaders Ross County

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:52:00 +0000

Dundee slumped to a disappointing Boxing Day defeat in front of a bumper crowd at Dens Park.

Arbroath boss backs referee's decision to abandon game against Stirling Albion

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:27:00 +0000

Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin was in full agreement with referee Frank McDermott's decision to abandon the Red Lichties game against Stirling Albion after just 18 minutes at gale-lashed Gayfield on Monday.

Dunfermline 0 St Johnstone 3: Day to forget for Pars keeper Chris Smith

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 13:42:00 +0000

The game-changing moment of the first St Johnstone-Dunfermline match of the season centred on a Pars goalkeeper, and the same was true of the second.

Dundee United 3 Hibs 1: Storming second half fires Tangerines into top six

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:18:00 +0000

Dundee United took what many believe to be their rightful place in the SPL's top six thanks to a fabulous festive fightback at Tannadice on Saturday.

Dundee v Morton: Conroy hopes to treat fans to something special

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:14:00 +0000

Ryan Conroy got the winner against Morton that warned the rest of the first division that Dundee were back.

Ayr United v Raith Rovers: McGlynn looks to build momentum

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 09:41:00 +0000

Raith Rovers hope to make if fourth time lucky against Ayr United when they travel to Somerset Park today.

Stephen O'Donnell loses appeal against red card

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:39:00 +0000

Dundee midfielder Stephen O'Donnell has lost his appeal against the red card he received against Ross County.

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre wins appeal against touchline ban

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:32:08 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has won his appeal against a two-match touchline ban handed down by the SFA for comments he made in the aftermath of the game against Rangers at the start of this month.

Celtic firm up interest in United midfielder

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:41:09 +0000

Celtic have contacted Dundee United to firm up their interest in midfielder Scott Allan.

Pars may have some cash to spend in January, says Yorkston

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:21:05 +0000

Dunfermline chairman John Yorkston has revealed manager Jim McIntyre may have money to spend in the January transfer window.

Announcement imminent on Gavin Rae's Dundee FC future

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:13:36 +0000

Gavin Rae has promised Dundee he will decide in the next few days whether to stay at the club or leave in January.

Saints boss praises magnificent Enckelman

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:14:00 +0000

St Johnstone goalkeeper Peter Enckelman has been praised by his manager for bouncing back impressively from his Aberdeen howler.

Gary Kirk admits frustration at Dundee United's dropped points on the road

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:11:00 +0000

Dundee United assistant manager Gary Kirk has admitted that, despite his side taking four points from two difficult away games, he is still frustrated that the return wasn't a full haul.

Dundee FC appeal over O'Donnell red card

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:48:00 +0000

Dundee have launched an appeal against the red card Stephen O'Donnell picked up against Ross County at the weekend.

SPL could take a stand on all-seater stadia

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:24:06 +0000

Safe standing areas could soon be introduced at Scottish Premier League stadiums after the SPL agreed to consider requests to pilot the concept.

Kilmarnock 1 Dundee United 1: Daly celebrates Dixon's late strike

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:23:23 +0000

No one celebrated Paul Dixon's late equaliser for Dundee United against Kilmarnock on Saturday more than Tangerines' skipper Jon Daly.

Partick Thistle 0 Raith Rovers 1: Baird holds his hand up over goal

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:53:48 +0000

Raith striker John Baird apologised to Partick Thistle manager Jackie McNamara, but insisted he is no cheat, after his controversial winner lifted the Kirkcaldy side off the bottom of the First Division.

Ross County 1 Dundee FC 1: Dees make their point with late show

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:34:23 +0000

Dundee may not have made up any ground on league leaders Ross County on Saturday but they still left a wintry Victoria Park with a spring in their step.

Hardie's unity call after Pars' Hearts break

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:10:51 +0000

It was not the Saturday evening Martin Hardie had envisaged, poring over self-inflicted wounds as Dunfermline fell 4-0 to Hearts at Tynecastle.

St Johnstone 0 Celtic 2: Lomas rages as Saints lose three in a row

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:33:55 +0000

St Johnstone slumped to their third successive home defeat in the space of eight days as Celtic narrowed the gap on league leaders Rangers to just four points.

Former manager says 'special talent' Scott Allan would be a steal at £400,000

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:20:00 +0000

Forfar manager Dick Campbell believes Dundee United midfielder Scott Allan will be a ''steal'' for the team that signs him.

Dundee FC Supporters' Society says shares decision means club can look forward

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:11:00 +0000

The chairman of the Dundee FC Supporters' Society has thanked the fans for opening the door to investment.

Fran Sandaza's form for St Johnstone attracts attention of Old Firm

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:39:00 +0000

The Old Firm are understood to be ready to fight it out to sign St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza.

St Johnstone's midweek misery makes Callum Davidson warm to idea of summer football

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:03:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Callum Davidson has asked for summer football to be seriously considered after enduring some of the worst conditions he has experienced in his long career.

Stephen O'Donnell says critics did Dundee a favour

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:37:00 +0000

Stephen O'Donnell says a desire to prove the critics wrong has helped Dundee to climb up the First Division table.

West Bromwich Albion move first in bid to land Dundee United's Scott Allan

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:57:00 +0000

Scott Allan is set for a move to the English Premier League after West Bromwich Albion agreed to pay Dundee United £400,000 for the young star.

Cardle says Dunfermline have to be willing to cash in on Hearts' problems

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:54:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Joe Cardle has nothing but sympathy for the Hearts stars embroiled in a ''scary'' financial situation, but he hopes the East End Park outfit can ruthlessly take advantage of the Tynecastle turmoil this weekend.

Dundee United manager's effort convinced Richie Ryan his future was Tangerine

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:22:00 +0000

Richie Ryan has revealed that a flying visit made by Dundee United boss Peter Houston was the decisive factor in him opting for the SPL instead of the English Championship.

St Johnstone 1 Aberdeen 2: Brave 1,607 turn out to endure a match against the weather

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:46:00 +0000

A storm swept through Perth on Tuesday night as rain and wind battered the town into submission. Most people wisely decided to stay indoors for their own health and safety, while those who had to venture out took to the pavements and roads reluctantly and with the utmost caution.

Special fitness coach to help Richie Ryan get up to speed for Dundee United

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:31:00 +0000

Dundee United new boy Richie Ryan will be put through his paces to ensure he hits the ground running for the Tangerines.

St Johnstone v Aberdeen: Sandaza hoping to star in the box, on the box

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:01:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Fran Sandaza hopes to star on Spanish TV tonight — well, at least in a little corner of Madrid.

Dundee in perfect shape for biggest match of season so far

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:09:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has declared his team ready to face the biggest challenge their division can place before them.

Dunfermline chief wants answers after fog call-off

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:29:00 +0000

The SPL and SFA are to compare notes over the postponement of Dunfermline's home game against Kilmarnock at the weekend.

Raith Rovers 0 Livingston 1: Barr to progress for Raith

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:57:00 +0000

Raith Rovers missed a chance to lift themselves off the bottom of the First Division table with a home defeat to Livingston.

Dundee 2 Queen of the South 1: Smith plays it softly, softly as Dark Blues cut gap

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:30:00 +0000

In seasons past it was impossible to get within earshot of anyone connected with Dundee FC without the Division One title being mentioned.

Inverness CT 2 Dundee United 3: 'Home' match worth the journey for Mackay-Steven family

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:38:00 +0000

Gary Mackay-Steven admits his family felt like Christmas had come early with a trip to Inverness — compared to some of the marathons they have to endure every other week to watch the Dundee United youngster.

St Johnstone 0 Motherwell 3: Saints looking ahead after 'reality check'

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:37:00 +0000

St Johnstone's players can't wait to exorcise the demons of Saturday's defeat against Motherwell when they face Aberdeen on Tuesday night — none more so than Willie Gibson.

Cardle able to see bright side of Dunfermline v Kilmarnock fog postponement

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:42:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Joe Cardle says Saturday's postponement against Kilmarnock was a blessing in disguise for him as he works his way back to fitness.

Dunfermline v Kilmarnock: Pars boss say his men will be ready

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:48:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre says the Pars will be prepared for their clash with Kilmarnock despite their plans being disrupted by Thursday's wild weather.

St Johnstone v Motherwell: Saints keep plans under wraps

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:41:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas took his players under cover to beat the weather that battered the country on Thursday.

'I always had confidence in them' — manager of the month Barry Smith praises Dundee squad's determination

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:19:00 +0000

The rapid transformation of Dundee from first division basement boys to championship contenders has been reflected by boss Barry Smith being named Irn Bru Manager of the Month for November.

Inverness CT v Dundee United: Houston laments disruption to preparations

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:28:00 +0000

Scotland's recent atrocious weather has strengthened Dundee United boss Peter Houston's belief there should be a switch to summer football.

Dunfermline boss won't take SFA ban without a fight

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:13:00 +0000

Courier Sport understands Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre is to contest a notice of complaint issued by the SFA following comments he made after his side's match at Ibrox last Saturday.

Fran Sandaza has big ambitions for St Johnstone

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:16:00 +0000

St Johnstone may never get a better chance to finish third in the SPL, according to striker Fran Sandaza.

Must do better — Dixon's report card for Dundee United after Celtic let-down

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:26:00 +0000

Paul Dixon says Dundee United are determined to bounce back strongly after their lacklustre performance in defeat to Celtic last weekend.

Dundee FC shareholders given stark warning

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:17:00 +0000

Dundee FC shareholding supporters have been warned — dilute your stake in the club below 50% or cost it £500,000.

John McGlynn confident Raith Rovers' prospects will soon be looking brighter

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:59:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn insists nobody at Stark's Park is ready to start pushing the panic button despite the fact the Kirkcaldy side have slumped to the bottom of the First Division.

St Johnstone boss 'would love' to help Murray Davidson move up — but says now is not the time

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:40:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas believes star midfielder Murray Davidson would benefit from another 12 months at McDiarmid Park.

Danny Swanson seeks Lilleshall's help to solve injury problem

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:07:00 +0000

Dundee United have sent Danny Swanson to the specialist sports injury clinic at Lilleshall after his recovery from a medial ligament strain stalled.

Calum Elliot determined to force way into high-flying Dundee side

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:41:00 +0000

Calum Elliot has extended his loan deal with Dundee until the end of the month — and hopes the Dens Park fans will soon see the best of him.

Murray Davidson '100% focused on St Johnstone' amid renewed transfer speculation

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:54:00 +0000

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson has refused to get caught up in speculation linking him with a reunion with former boss Derek McInnes at Bristol City.

St Johnstone boss wants to prevent players being distracted by the 'ifs'

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:11:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas intends to bring a ''calming influence'' to the McDiarmid Park dressing room as the Perth players continue to raise supporters' expectations with their performances.

Lockwood thinks recent results might be the start of something special for Dundee

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:20:00 +0000

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood senses history could be about to repeat itself for the Dark Blues.

Noel says Dundee United have signed a cracker in Richie Ryan

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:44:00 +0000

Former Tannadice hero Noel Hunt is backing Richie Ryan to be the latest in a long line of Irish success stories at Dundee United.

Ross County 4 Raith Rovers 2: McGlynn's men hit rock bottom

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:49:00 +0000

Allan Walker admits his two scoring contributions meant nothing at all as Raith Rovers were overwhelmed by high-flying Ross County on Saturday.

Rangers 2 Dunfermline 1: Cardle's return a rare bright spot for troubled Pars

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:39:00 +0000

Dunfermline winger Joe Cardle says he has experienced sleepless nights over his very footballing future because of a debilitating bout of tendonitis in his knee.

Dundee United 0 Celtic 1: Houston questions Tangerines' belief after weak performance

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:52:00 +0000

It was a familiar defeat for Dundee United against Celtic at Tannadice, and a familiar foe who inflicted it.

Hearts 1 St Johnstone 2: Saints closing in on Motherwell after impressive away win

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:03:00 +0000

High-flying St Johnstone opened up a four-point gap on closest rivals Hearts with another impressive win on the road.

Hamilton 1 Dundee 6: Milne shines brightest on amazing afternoon for Dark Blues

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:52:00 +0000

Steven Milne's hat-trick helped Dundee rack up their biggest win of the campaign as Hamilton were torn apart at New Douglas Park.

Rangers v Dunfermline: Injury crisis leaves Pars struggling to fill their bench

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:19:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre is experiencing the worst injury crisis of his managerial career as the Pars prepare for the daunting trip to Ibrox to face Rangers.

Hearts v St Johnstone: Lomas says players will manage just fine without him

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:07:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas believes his absence from the Tynecastle dugout will not be a problem for his players.

Hamilton Accies v Dundee: Smith wary despite sides' contrasting form

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:54:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith says he won't be caught in the trap of believing Hamilton are a team ripe for the beating.

Dundee United v Celtic: Willo Flood has a warning for his old club

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:19:00 +0000

Willo Flood hopes to blow Celtic's title challenge off course after Dundee United weathered the storm at Fir Park.

Mumm's the word for Dunfermline Athletic striker

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:47:00 +0000

Dunfermline striker Andy Barrowman has revealed he would like nothing better than to score the winner against Rangers at Ibrox on Saturday — and to celebrate with some champagne courtesy of one Jim Leishman.

Nicky Riley 'flattered' by colleagues' praise

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:23:00 +0000

Dens dynamo Nicky Riley has been tipped to wing his way to the top after a devastating display against Falkirk.

Gary Mackay-Steven proving to be a perfect fit for Dundee United

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:12:00 +0000

Dundee United believe they have found in Gary Mackay-Steven a player who perfectly fits their profile.

Former boxer helping to knock St Johnstone squad into even better shape

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:55:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas has used his West Ham connections to bring a fitness trainer on board.

Paul Burns struggling to make Dunfermline's date with Rangers

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:15:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has revealed that Paul Burns is a major doubt for the trip to play Rangers at Ibrox on Saturday.

Dundee United forming a plan to end Celtic's winning run

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:23:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder John Rankin has sent out a reminder that Celtic are not the only in-form team in the SPL.

St Johnstone receive bad news on Cillian Sheridan injury

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:35:00 +0000

Cillian Sheridan may have played his last game for St Johnstone, after he was given the news that he has a torn hamstring and will be out of action for between three and six weeks.

Fringe men have to show patience as St Johnstone stick with winning formula

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:47:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has admitted feeling sympathy for the first-team squad members he has not given a game — because the men in possession of a jersey have not yet put a foot wrong.

Garry Kenneth told big-money moves don't come cheap

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:40:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth has been told he must star for the Tangerines if he is to earn his dream move to England.

Dundee boss doesn't want Riley nicking all the attention

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:33:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has praised Nicky Riley's five-star performance against Falkirk at the weekend — but insists the Dark Blues are anything but a one-man band.

'It is time for a change' — lifelong Dundee United fan Garry Kenneth plans to leave at end of season

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:57:00 +0000

Dundee United central defender Garry Kenneth has revealed he wants to leave the club after eight years at Tannadice.

Dunfermline 3 Aberdeen 3: Pars find Dons' late double hard to take

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:18:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Liam Buchanan says the Pars players were left utterly devastated after surrendering a two-goal lead with just 10 minutes remaining.

St Johnstone 3 Hibernian 1: Super Saints give Pat Fenlon plenty to think about

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:37:00 +0000

St Johnstone's belief that this can be a season to remember is growing as each week goes by.

Dundee 4 Falkirk 2: Rae sees great things ahead in the life of Riley

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:13:00 +0000

Gavin Rae knows what it's like to use Dundee as a stepping stone to bigger and better things. And he believes 'unplayable' winger Nicky Riley will be the next big thing to emerge from Dens Park.

Motherwell 0 Dundee United 0: Weather winds up being the only winner

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:21:00 +0000

Dundee United were battered by the wind at Motherwell on Saturday, but they've emerged with their new-found confidence strengthened, according to centre-back Garry Kenneth.

Raith Rovers 3 Hamilton Accies 2: Loan stars get to the heart of Rovers' problems

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:56:00 +0000

Raith Rovers ended their four-game barren run on Saturday — with more than a little help from the Hearts under-19 team.

Dundee United turn to eBay in bid to fill club coffers

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 12:40:00 +0000

Dundee United have kicked off an eBay store to raise extra cash from their fans.

Making up for Friday night horror show is all the incentive Dunfermline need against Aberdeen

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:15:00 +0000

There will be no rousing Churchillian speeches from Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre before Saturday's crunch game against Aberdeen.

Dundee refusing to let three-match winning run go to their heads

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:44:00 +0000

Dundee's players will stay down to earth despite being over the moon with their recent form.

Recent form gives Dundee United confidence of improving Fir Park record

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Fir Park has never been among Dundee United's favoured destinations but boss Peter Houston believes they can enjoy their visit this time.

Steve Lomas chewing over plans for visit of Hibs

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:32:00 +0000

Superstitious St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas believes he has hit on the recipe for success with a new pre-match ritual.

Old friends are game for a laugh ahead of Dundee's Scottish Cup tie with Kilmarnock

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:47:00 +0000

Dundee defender Craig McKeown says the banter has already begun with former team-mate Gary Harkins ahead of the Dark Blues' Scottish Cup fourth-round cup tie against Kilmarnock.

Richie Ryan becomes the latest recruit to Dundee United's Irish army

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:18:00 +0000

Dundee United's new signing says the Irish contingent already at the club should help to make him feel at home.

Celtic 2 Dunfermline 1: Pars provide a late scare after early gifts

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:12:00 +0000

Celtic closed the gap on leaders Rangers at the top of the SPL table to seven points — but they had to be helped along the way by Dunfermline.

Raith Rovers' Joe Hamill needs more time

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:41:00 +0000

Raith Rovers will be without winger Joe Hamill this weekend as the Fifers seek to arrest a decline which has seen the club drop to ninth spot in the first division.

Kevin Moon pleased to hear new St Johnstone boss is a fan

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:32:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas's declaration that one of his imminent priorities is tying Kevin Moon up on a new contract is music to the Perth midfielder's ears.

Celtic v Dunfermline: Pars refuse to view Parkhead trip as mission impossible

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:45:00 +0000

Paul Willis insists the Pars players possess the confidence and self-belief to enable them to win against all the odds in Glasgow tonight.

'It's a massive boost' — Arbroath the big winners in Scottish Cup fourth-round draw

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:50:00 +0000

Arbroath landed the jackpot when Paul Sheerin's men were drawn to face Rangers in the Scottish Cup.

Doctors have good news for Dundee striker Jake Hyde

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:37:00 +0000

Dundee's Jake Hyde has been given the all-clear after undergoing a CAT scan on a head injury.

Steve Lomas determined to focus attention on St Johnstone's achievements

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:30:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas has dismissed the intervention of a police match commander at Ibrox as a ''storm in a teacup'' and hasn't let it detract from a memorable SPL managerial debut against Rangers.

Dundee United manager was gunning for his centre-halves against Hearts

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:30:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston says a half-time pep talk with his centre-halves Gavin Gunning and Garry Kenneth helped his side keep a clean sheet and take all three points against Hearts on Saturday.

Dundee send Jake Hyde for CAT scan

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:55:00 +0000

Dundee striker Jake Hyde has been sent for a CAT scan as he is still being plagued by headaches after being concussed against Morton two Saturdays ago.

St Mirren 2 Dunfermline 1: Pars pay price for slow start

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:11:00 +0000

Dunfermline captain Austin McCann admitted a half-time dressing room blast from Jim McIntyre was the key to his side almost snatching an unlikely draw in Paisley on Saturday.

Stirling Albion 1 Dundee 2: Strong backing helps Dark Blues into fourth round of Scottish Cup

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:37:00 +0000

Steven Milne says the Dundee players are determined to continue their run of good form to repay the fans for their backing.

Dundee United 1 Hearts 0: Jon Daly's golden ball like Beckham in his prime

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:53:00 +0000

There is more than just a chance that Dundee United captain Jon Daly won't thank teammate Willo Flood for making the comparison.

Rangers 0 St Johnstone 0: Solid start for Steve Lomas

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:35:00 +0000

Judgments shouldn't be made on the back of one result — however impressive that one result may be — but it looks like St Johnstone are in safe hands.

Steve Lomas pumped up for huge debut challenge at Ibrox

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:45:00 +0000

New St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas admits the butterflies will be fluttering in his stomach when kick-off comes at Ibrox on Saturday.

Dundee United signing sure Hearts will still be on the ball

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:39:00 +0000

New Dundee United signing Robbie Neilson insists Hearts' off-field troubles will not be a factor when they play at Tannadice on Saturday.

Chairman Stuart Murphy follows Harry MacLean in announcing Dundee FC resignation

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:13:00 +0000

The boardroom departures from Dens Park have continued, with Dundee chairman Stuart Murphy stepping down just six months after taking on the post.

Dunfermline manager stands by board's dramatic cost-cutting move

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:35:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has thrown his support behind the board's decision to close a stand at East End Park.

Family matters give birth to a new ambition for Dundee United's Paul Dixon

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:52:00 +0000

New dad Paul Dixon wants to bag a goal for Dundee United as soon as possible in order to do the ''baby celebration'' for real.

Dunfermline stand closure a concrete sign of financial pressures facing Scottish football

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:40:00 +0000

Dunfermline have taken the shock decision to close one of their stands to save money.

Gavin Rae's return going exactly to plan for Dundee FC

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:31:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith believes Gavin Rae hasn't lost any of the energy and drive that were his hallmark in his first spell at Dens Park.

'I feel fit and ready' — Robbie Neilson keen to make mark at Dundee United

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:17:00 +0000

New Dundee United signing Robbie Neilson is looking forward to helping mentor the club's crop of promising youngsters.

Dundee ask Hearts for permission to play Calum Elliot in Scottish Cup tie

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:51:00 +0000

Dundee are waiting on word from Hearts to see if the Dark Blues will be able to field on-loan striker Calum Elliot in Saturday's Scottish Cup tie against Stirling Albion.

Murray Davidson working hard to catch new St Johnstone manager's eye

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:50:00 +0000

Murray Davidson earned the reputation of being the prized asset of previous St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes.

Peter Houston signs a well-known face in former Hearts man Robbie Neilson

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:01:00 +0000

Robbie Neilson is poised to make a dramatic debut for Dundee United against his former club Hearts.

Dundee planning to carry positive momentum into Scottish Cup tie

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 10:10:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith admits he is hoping for a good Scottish Cup run to boost his players' confidence and club coffers.

Raith Rovers 0 Ayr United 1: Blame us, not the manager, says Rovers striker

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:46:00 +0000

Raith Rovers striker Brian Graham has launched a staunch defence of manager John McGlynn in the wake of yet another defeat.

Morton 1 Dundee 2: Dark Blues post a promotion warning

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:15:00 +0000

Dundee goal hero Ryan Conroy has warned the rest of the First Division the Dark Blues are preparing a promotion push.

Hearts legend John Robertson shows interest in vacant Hibs post

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:11:00 +0000

East Fife boss John Robertson has thrown his hat into the ring to become Hibs manager despite being a Hearts legend.

Cyprus v Scotland: Houston hopes Craig Conway is given chance to shine

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:07:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is hoping to see one of his former players come of age as a Scotland player tonight.

Injury concerns for Dundee ahead of trip to Cappielow

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:11:00 +0000

Calum Elliot will have to wait to get his Dundee loan spell up and running.

John McGlynn sure Raith Rovers are ready to fight back

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:52:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn insists his players are not far away from ending what he believes may be the worst slump since their return to the First Division three seasons ago.

Barry Douglas says Dundee United's back-to-basics approach is working out

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:21:00 +0000

Barry Douglas feels Dundee United are building greater stability, despite conceding three goals against Rangers at the weekend.

Calum Elliot as surprised as anyone to be given clean bill of health

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:57:00 +0000

Calum Elliot says he feared the worst when he was carried off during his Dundee debut.

Calum Elliot cleared to return to Dundee after injury scare

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:27:00 +0000

Dundee have been handed a big boost with the news that on-loan Hearts player Calum Elliot is set to return to Dens Park on Thursday.

Peter Houston says missing Scotland duty this week is the exception not the rule

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:58:00 +0000

Peter Houston believes he made the right decision to forego this week's Scotland trip to Cyprus — but says he'll be back in the dug-out with Craig Levein when the World Cup qualifiers begin.

Aberdeen turn down St Johnstone's offer of date on Saturday

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:48:00 +0000

St Johnstone have failed in a bid to get their postponed match against Aberdeen rescheduled for this Saturday.

Positive fitness news at start of Raith Rovers' home run

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 08:10:00 +0000

Raith Rovers John McGlynn says Laurie Ellis should be fit for this weekend's game at home to Ayr despite hobbling off against Dundee on Saturday.

Injury means Jason Thomson may have played last game for Dunfermline

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:06:00 +0000

Jason Thomson may have played his final game for Dunfermline after the on-loan Hearts man was ruled out for two months with a groin injury.

Calum Elliot heads back to Hearts to investigate extent of injury

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 12:19:00 +0000

Dundee should learn the extent of on-loan Hearts player Calum Elliot's knee injury in the next couple of days.

Weather makes new St Johnstone boss Steve Lomas wait

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:13:00 +0000

A night that was supposed to shine a light on a new era for St Johnstone was instead shrouded in fog, forcing the postponement of Steve Lomas' first game in charge of the Perth club.

Injury-plagued Sean Dillon almost ready for Dundee United return

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:06:00 +0000

Dundee United have been boosted by the news that Sean Dillon is finally set to return to full training.

St Johnstone v Aberdeen: Steve Lomas determined to get off to winning start

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:02:00 +0000

St Johnstone skipper Jody Morris has first-hand knowledge of new boss Steve Lomas' will to win.

Hibernian 0 Dunfermline 1: Pars win spells end for Hibs boss Colin Calderwood

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:51:00 +0000

Colin Calderwood has been sacked as the manager of Hibs after this defeat by the Pars.

Dundee 1 Raith Rovers 0: Calum Elliot injury overshadows Dark Blues' precious home win

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:20:00 +0000

Neil McGregor says Dundee's joy at finally securing their first home win of the season on Saturday was also tinged with sadness.

Rangers 3 Dundee United 1: Frustrating mistakes give Tangerines plenty to mull over

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:51:00 +0000

Dundee United somehow managed to play better football than Rangers at Ibrox but still lose the match.

Dundee FC chief executive Harry MacLean resigns

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:11:00 +0000

Harry MacLean has resigned as chief executive of Dundee.

Willo Flood says Steven Naismith injury has robbed Rangers of SPL's best player

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:49:00 +0000

Willo Flood would have loved to have been facing Steven Naismith at Ibrox regardless of the threat he could have posed to Dundee United.

Manager in, chairman out — landmark day for St Johnstone

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:03:00 +0000

As one era begins at St Johnstone, another has ended.

Rab Douglas back to face Raith Rovers after Dundee win red card appeal

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:57:00 +0000

There was a sense that justice had been done as news reached Dens Park that goalkeeper Rab Douglas's appeal has been successful.

Dunfermline lose appeal against Gary Mason's red card

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:21:00 +0000

Dunfermline have lost their appeal against the red card handed out to Gary Mason last Saturday for a challenge on Dundee United striker Johnny Russell.

David James impressed by new Bristol City manager Derek McInnes

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:18:00 +0000

Former England goalkeeper David James has hailed the impact of Derek McInnes at Bristol City.

Geoff Brown steps down as chairman of St Johnstone

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:54:00 +0000

There was drama at McDiarmid Park this morning as the club's unveiling of Steve Lomas as their new manager was accompanied by the surprise announcement that Geoff Brown has stepped down as chairman.

Dunfermline finally hear some good news from the treatment room

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:28:00 +0000

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has been boosted by the return to training of Martin Hardie after more than two months on the sidelines.

St Johnstone unveiling Steve Lomas as new manager

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 07:25:00 +0000

Steve Lomas will be confirmed as the new St Johnstone manager at a McDiarmid Park press conference this morning.

Willo Flood coming good at right time for Dundee United

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:46:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston believes Willo Flood is close to returning to his best.

Dundee defender confident video will come to the rescue of Rab Douglas

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:56:00 +0000

Dundee's Matt Lockwood believes video evidence will clear the way for Rab Douglas to play against Raith Rovers at the weekend.

Former Saint says managerial candidate Steve Lomas is a born winner

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:13:00 +0000

Former St Johnstone player Danny Griffin says Steve Lomas will be a big success at McDiarmid Park if he is appointed the club's new manager.

'It was very nice to hear them chant my name' — Peter Houston grateful to Dundee United fans

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:47:00 +0000

Peter Houston has thanked the Dundee United support for standing behind him in his hour of need.

Dundee lodge appeal against keeper's red card

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:28:00 +0000

Dundee have lodged an appeal with the SFA against the red card shown to Rab Douglas during Saturday's game with Partick Thistle.

St Johnstone chairman says new manager must be willing to take on a community role

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:28:00 +0000

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown says the club will not be rushed into appointing a new manager despite Saturday's disappointing defeat at home to St Mirren.

Backing for Dunfermline defender Gary Mason's red card appeal

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:18:00 +0000

Dunfermline captain Austin McCann is backing his club's bid to get Gary Mason's red card rescinded.

Dunfermline 1 Dundee United 4: Dixon says togetherness drove Tangerines to victory

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:27:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Paul Dixon has highlighted the spirit of solidarity that helped the Tangerines get through their East End Park examination on Saturday.

Dundee 0 Partick Thistle 1: 'Monumental error' by referee puts Dark Blues in a serious spot of bother

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:00 +0000

Dundee believe there was an early Halloween horror show from referee Steven McLean on Saturday.

'They should have acted sooner' — Craig Levein says Dundee United too slow to back Peter Houston

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:33:00 +0000

Scotland boss Craig Levein has criticised Dundee United for not giving Peter Houston a vote of confidence sooner than they did.

St Johnstone 0 St Mirren 1: Perth men refuse to make excuses

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:52:00 +0000

Returning midfielder Murray Davidson insisted St Johnstone's managerial uncertainty has not affected the stuttering team but admitted he hopes it ends soon.

Tangerines determined to win some breathing space for Peter Houston

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 11:46:00 +0100

The players are united behind Dundee United boss Peter Houston as he prepares for today's crunch clash against Dunfermline.

Alec Cleland still has hopes of filling St Johnstone manager vacancy

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:29:00 +0100

St Johnstone caretaker boss Alec Cleland says he hasn't given up hope of becoming the next manager at McDiarmid Park.

'It's a scandal' — League Managers' Association chief Alex Smith infuriated by Peter Houston speculation

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:59:00 +0100

Former Dundee United manager Alex Smith says it will be an ''absolute disgrace'' if Peter Houston is sacked.

Dunfermline boss dismisses talk of 'crisis' at Dundee United

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:49:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has insisted that the Pars will not be facing a club in crisis when Dundee United visit East End Park on Saturday.

'I don't fear the sack' — defiant Peter Houston challenges Dundee United chairman to show support

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:12:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has sent a blunt message to chairman Stephen Thompson, declaring: ''I don't fear the sack.''

'Our players gave me everything' — Peter Houston says Dundee United's work rate will soon be rewarded

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:09:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston says his players are all still hurting after their Scottish Communities League Cup exit to First Division Falkirk.

St Johnstone's manager hunt continues after Sligo Rovers boss heads home

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:19:00 +0100

St Johnstone's search for a new manager continues after the club ''pulled the plug'' on a move for Sligo Rovers boss Paul Cook.

Kilmarnock 2 East Fife 0: Fifers' fairytale run comes to an end

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:02:00 +0100

John Robertson's side put in a brave performance in Tuesday's Scottish Communities League Cup tie, but they were always going to run out of steam when they were reduced to 10 men on the interval.

Dundee United 2 Falkirk 2 (4-5 on penalties): Tangerines' troubles continue with disappointing cup exit

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:02:00 +0100

Dundee United crashed out of the Scottish Communities League Cup at Tannadice, throwing away an extra-time lead to eventually lose to Falkirk on penalties.

Dundee FC boss praises Rhys Weston for playing the waiting game

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:27:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has praised club captain Rhys Weston for remaining patient as he waited to force his way back into the side.

Kilmarnock v East Fife: Jinx or no jinx, there was no way Sid was sitting this one out

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:56:00 +0100

East Fife chairman Sid Collumbine is worried that he may curse his club at Rugby Park tonight.

Dundee United v Falkirk: Daly makes appeal to home fans

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:20:00 +0100

Dundee United captain Jon Daly understands why fans are frustrated with the Tangerines so far this season.

Sligo Rovers manager Paul Cook emerges as front-runner for St Johnstone job

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:32:00 +0100

Sligo Rovers manager Paul Cook is on the verge of becoming the new boss of St Johnstone.

Lauri Dalla Valle says cup success can get Dundee United's season back on track

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:42:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Lauri Dalla Valle feels the Tangerines' season can be revived by reaching the Scottish Communities League Cup semi-finals.

Raith Rovers 0 Queen of the South 2: Old friends make their presence felt on Stark's Park return

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:21:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' former players came back to haunt them as Queen of the South claimed their first away win of the season in Kirkcaldy.

Ayr United 1 Dundee 3: Dark Blues relieved to be moving on up

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:12:00 +0100

Rhys Weston marked his first-team return with the opening goal as Dundee found form to leapfrog Ayr United.

Dundee United 0 St Johnstone 0: Draw a reasonable result for clubs searching for stability

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:35:00 +0100

Veteran defender Callum Davidson has called for a quick resolution to the St Johnstone managerial situation.

Inverness CT 1 Dunfermline 1: Late penalty keeps Pars from rock bottom

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:58:00 +0100

Alex Keddie insists Dunfermline have only one ambition as they graft out results in the SPL — survival.

Dundee United's Danny Swanson facing two months out of action

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:33:00 +0100

Dundee United have had their worst fears confirmed by the news that Danny Swanson will be out for up to two months.

Alec Cleland puts himself forward as the 'continuity candidate' for St Johnstone job

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:34:00 +0100

Of the two in-house candidates for the St Johnstone manager's job, one is in no doubt he would love it, while the other is undecided.

Dunfermline boss enjoying the challenge of SPL survival

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:18:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre insists he is loving the challenge of trying to lead the SPL newcomers away from relegation trouble.

Raith Rovers boss tells his men it's time to get moving

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:46:00 +0100

There's no team Raith Rovers have to fear in the First Division, according to boss John McGlynn.

'He's a manager on the up' — St Johnstone start their search after Bristol City snap up Derek McInnes

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:36:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown admits that whoever he chooses to take over from Derek McInnes will have an incredibly hard act to follow.

Dundee United refuse to be distracted by St Johnstone's managerial upheaval

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:20:00 +0100

The departure of Derek McInnes from St Johnstone will have no impact on Dundee United's preparations for Saturday's Tayside derby, Tangerines' boss Peter Houston has insisted.

Dundee United's Sean Dillon struggling to regain fitness in time for St Johnstone match

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:05:00 +0100

Defender Sean Dillon is a doubt for Saturday's Tayside derby between Dundee United and St Johnstone as he continues to struggle with a calf injury.

Dundee boss asks fans to treat teenage striker with kid gloves

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:51:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has pleaded for supporters not to put pressure on young striker Leighton McIntosh.

'I would never hold anyone back' — Houston relaxed about players using Dundee United as a stepping stone

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:11:00 +0100

If there are Dundee United players planning to move on from Tannadice in the summer, manager Peter Houston insists they haven't told him.

Experience helps injured Kevin Rutkiewicz to look on the bright side

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:11:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz insists his previous injury nightmares are spurring him on in his latest spell on the sidelines.

Barry Smith urging Dundee FC to remember the good times

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:06:00 +0100

Barry Smith has told his Dundee players to realise they have not become bad players overnight.

Video replays making painful viewing for Dundee United

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 11:58:00 +0100

A horror film topped the bill at Tannadice as the Dundee United players were made to sit through their very own video nasty.

Derek McInnes focusing on job at St Johnstone while Bristol City make their choice

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:09:00 +0100

The appointment of Derek McInnes as Bristol City manager is not yet cut and dried, after it emerged that both he and rival candidate Mark Robins have strong support in the Ashton Gate boardroom.

Aberdeen 3 Dundee United 1: Tangerines' failings all too obvious

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:10:00 +0100

Dundee United share with Dunfermline the unwanted honour of conceding the most SPL goals this season, so identifying where the Tannadice side are falling short just now isn't a problem.

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes heads for Bristol City talks

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:08:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes will today be interviewed by Bristol City after travelling down to Ashton Gate last night.

Dunfermline 0 Hearts 2: Pars paying for mistakes

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:01:00 +0100

Dunfermline remain just a point off bottom place in the SPL, having accrued a solitary point in the last six league matches.

Dundee 1 Ross County 2: Home is where the heartache is for Dark Blues

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:01:00 +0100

Dundee are back at the bottom of the Division One table after another trying day at Dens.

Houston hopes break will have cooled Dons' momentum going into Dundee United game

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:26:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston hopes Aberdeen's momentum has been halted by the international break.

Dundee-bound Gavin Rae eagerly anticipating his return

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:21:00 +0100

Gavin Rae hailed his return to Dens Park as "extra special" after choosing Dundee ahead of more lucrative English alternatives.

Dunfermline make a stand on police-free money-spinner

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:44:00 +0100

Dunfermline have warned a section of their support to stop standing at games or risk costing the club money.

'Wife has seen enough of me' — Dundee United's Severin gets on his bike

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:10:00 +0100

Scott Severin will get on his bike once again as he continues his rehabilitation from a horrific triple leg break.

St Johnstone chief Brown denies McInnes/Bristol City link

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:30:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown has still had no contact from Bristol City regarding Derek McInnes, and he doesn't expect any.

Daly pleads for patience from Dundee United boo-boys

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:31:00 +0100

Dundee United skipper Jon Daly has pleaded for patience from the club's fans.

Dundee lose yet another striker to injury

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:59:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith may only have two fit strikers available for Saturday's crucial clash with Ross County.

Raith boss won't push Iain Davidson into action

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:18:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn will be taking no chances with the fitness of midfielder Iain Davidson, after he started feeling pain in his knee during last week's Fife Cup Final success over Cowdenbeath.

Bayne's back but McCluskey is out of Dundee FC plans

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 11:17:00 +0100

Just as one Dundee player returned to training, another one dropped out.

Sandaza praises St Johnstone strike pairing

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 10:46:00 +0100

Striker Fran Sandaza believes his partnership with Cillian Sheridan is probably the best he has forged in his career.

Dundee United's Gunning in race for match fitness

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 10:13:00 +0100

Gavin Gunning is facing a race against time to be fit for Saturday's game with Aberdeen.

Injury-hit Bell left frustrated by Dunfermline's stuttering start

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:11:00 +0100

Steven Bell has revealed that he is so close to making a comeback from a devastating achilles injury, he can no longer bear to go to Pars games.

Raith Rovers chief reveals financial hit facing SFL clubs

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:49:00 +0100

Scottish Football League clubs have been told their end-of-season payment will be nearly a third less than they have budgeted for, Raith Rovers vice-chairman Turnbull Hutton has revealed.

Dundee United squad keeping pace with extra training

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 11:08:00 +0100

Dundee United's players have taken their extra running in their stride.

On-loan Jambo Thomson will miss Dunfermline game due to 'gentleman's agreement'

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:40:00 +0100

Pars boss Jim McIntyre has revealed that his side will be without on-loan Hearts player Jason Thomson for next week's game against the Jambos.

Fletcher backed to beat tonsillitis in time for Spain game

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:24:00 +0100

Darren Fletcher is being backed to overcome illness and still be a big player for Scotland.

Dundee FC using Arbroath friendly to gauge trialists

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:37:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has welcomed the chance to run the rule over trialist duo Craig Dargo and Steven Masterton.

Raith Rovers boss caught in two minds ahead of Fife Cup final clash against Cowdenbeath

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:15:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn is still mulling over whether to treat tonight's Fife Cup final against Cowdenbeath as a regular first-team match.

Injured Arbroath FC player/manager feared playing days were over

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:46:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin has revealed he feared his playing days were over as he waited for a consultant's verdict on Tuesday.

'Business as usual' for St Johnstone despite Derek McInnes rumours

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:51:00 +0100

It's "business as usual'' at McDiarmid Park this week, St Johnstone assistant manager Tony Docherty has insisted.

Dundee United await another West Bromwich Albion offer for Scott Allan

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:02:00 +0100

Dundee United have yet to receive a second approach from West Bromwich Albion for midfielder Scott Allan.

Former Saint says track record makes Derek McInnes hot property

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:36:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry isn't the least bit surprised that English Championship strugglers Bristol City have his old manager Derek McInnes on their radar for the vacant Ashton Gate job.

Team-mate says Danny Swanson can do more than make up the numbers for Scotland

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 12:09:00 +0100

Dundee United's Scott Robertson has backed team-mate Danny Swanson to be a success in a Scotland jersey.

Christmas return a possibility for Dunfermline's Steven Bell

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline midfielder Steven Bell has made significant progress along the long road to recovery.

Dundee FC boss praises keeper's dedication

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:13:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith says Rab Douglas came close to missing the Dark Blues' game at the weekend.

Dundee United players' days off cancelled after video nasty

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:07:00 +0100

Dundee United assistant boss Gary Kirk has revealed that the players have had their days off this week cancelled as they bid to put right what went wrong during the weekend mauling by Motherwell.

Back us, don't attack us — Garry Kenneth asks Dundee United fans to stay patient

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:35:00 +0100

Dundee United's Garry Kenneth has revealed that he and his family were subjected to a foul-mouthed outburst from a fan after Saturday's defeat by Motherwell.

Steven Anderson joins St Johnstone's 200 Club

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:49:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has paid tribute to defender Steven Anderson, who has clocked up 200 games for Perth club.

Livingston 1 Raith Rovers 1: Graham pleased with Raith's performance against the odds

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:02:00 +0100

Brian Graham scored his second goal of the season on Saturday but was more pleased with the performance of 10-man Raith Rovers.

Kilmarnock 1 St Johnstone 2: SAS squad have turned Saints into real sharp shooters

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 11:57:00 +0100

St Johnstone's SAS strike partnership reached double figures at Kilmarnock at the weekend — and keeper Peter Enckelman revealed that the Sandaza-and-Sheridan effect has invigorated all parts of the Perth team.

Queen of the South 0 Dundee 0: Ryan Conroy a fingertip away from sealing victory

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:51:00 +0100

Frustrated substitute Ryan Conroy was denied a last-gasp winner as Dundee had to settle for a point from their basement battle at Palmerston Park.

Dundee United 1 Motherwell 3: Error-filled defeat leaves Tangerines with plenty to contemplate

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:47:00 +0100

There was a classic comedy of errors at Tannadice on Saturday but no one connected with Dundee United was seeing the funny side.

St Johnstone want to get away on another run

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:04:00 +0100

St Johnstone's unbeaten away run in the SPL may have been brought to an end by Hibs on Wednesday night, but they have an early chance to start another one.

Aberdeen v Dunfermline: Pars preparing for a big Friday night out

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:58:00 +0100

The SPL season may only be in its infancy, but tonight's Friday night football at Pittodrie has the look of a pivotal 90 minutes for Dunfermline.

'It's the stuff of dreams really' — Scotland call-up caps remarkable turnaround for Danny Swanson

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 10:38:00 +0100

Danny Swanson says his call-up to the Scotland squad is "the stuff of dreams."

Dundee FC hope to find the missing ingredient

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:29:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is hoping his players can regain their scoring touch at Queen of the South.

Iain Davidson's return a big boost for Raith Rovers

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:55:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn believes Iain Davidson's return to full fitness is a major boost for the club on and off the park.

Dundee FC give Craig Dargo a chance to prove himself

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:33:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has moved to bolster his striking options by bringing in Craig Dargo on trial.

Injury flare-up halts Dundee United defender's comeback

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:59:00 +0100

A comeback for Dundee United defender Sean Dillon against Motherwell this weekend has been ruled out, after he suffered an injury setback.

Scotland call-ups show Dundee United's youth programme is coming of age

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:11:00 +0100

Dundee United's chairman says the effect of the club's investment in youth is becoming clearer every day.

Steven Robb hoping to make history in cup Thai far from home

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:18:00 +0100

Former Dundee and Dundee United player Steven Robb is hoping to make a little piece of football history next month.

Leighton McIntosh's Scotland experience may bring net gains for Dundee FC

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:15:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is hoping teenage striker Leighton McIntosh can replicate his international goalscoring exploits with the Dark Blues.

Hibs v St Johnstone: Saints' joker going flat out to grab more goals

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:07:00 +0100

St Johnstone striker Cillian Sheridan revealed his off-the-wall sense of humour to the watching world when he sported a moustache for the Perth club's last match against Hearts at the weekend.

'Danny has a wee bit of magic' — Dundee United boss backs Swanson for Scotland

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 08:24:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has backed Danny Swanson for a Scotland call-up.

Dundee United's next generation told to learn from midfielder if they want to reach professional ranks

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:50:00 +0100

Peter Houston has held up John Rankin as a footballer youngsters at his club should try to emulate.

St Johnstone set forth in bid to claim valuable Edinburgh double

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:51:00 +0100

St Johnstone will have the chance to go clear in fourth spot in the SPL on Wednesday night.

Keanu leaves — Fulham star Marsh-Brown calls time on Dundee United loan

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:34:00 +0100

Dundee United's on-loan winger Keanu Marsh-Brown has returned to Fulham — just three weeks and one brief substitute appearance into his Tannadice stay.

Finding goalscoring touch would give Dundee FC a much-needed lift

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:45:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith hasn't lost faith that his players can find the back of the net.

St Johnstone 2 Hearts 0: Sheridan is razor sharp in front of goal

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:46:00 +0100

St Johnstone were at their Sunday best in Sunday's high-noon shootout as they secured their first home league win of the season.

Dunfermline 0 Rangers 4: Early-season form seems a long way off for the Pars

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 13:56:00 +0100

Dunfermline goalkeeper Paul Gallacher has admitted that the Pars' early-season purple patch is beginning to feel like a distant memory.

Hibs 3 Dundee United 3: Swanson draws no comfort from point on the road

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:18:00 +0100

When Danny Swanson appeared at the post-match press conference after starring in Dundee United's draw at Easter Road on Saturday, he looked like he had been on a losing side.

Dundee 0 Hamilton 1: Dee defender knows there's no point in only picking up praise

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:56:00 +0100

Dundee defender Craig McKeown admits he is sick of hearing praise for the Dark Blues, when all that really matters is picking up points.

Dunfermline plotting double trouble for Rangers

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:33:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has admitted that Rangers' dramatic defeat to Falkirk came at the worst time for the Pars.

Frazer Wright joins St Johnstone's lengthy injury list

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:31:00 +0100

St Johnstone are facing up to an injury crisis for the visit of Hearts on Sunday, with Frazer Wright the latest player to be ruled out of action.

Dundee FC striker fears become reality

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:28:00 +0100

It looks like Dundee manager Barry Smith's worst fear of having only one recognised striker available to him for the visit of Hamilton on Saturday will come to pass.

'I can't be bothered with people who are only motivated by money' — Peter Houston blasts Scott Allan wage demands

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:34:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has launched a scathing attack on Scott Allan and his advisers after the promising teenager rejected the offer of a new deal at Tannadice.

John Robertson confident East Fife can be giant-killers once again

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:57:00 +0100

East Fife will have to complete an SPL hat-trick if they're to make it to the Scottish Communities League Cup semi-finals, after they were drawn away to Kilmarnock in the next round.

Time for St Johnstone to get the home fires burning

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:55:00 +0100

Away specialists St Johnstone are determined to prove that their home form isn't a cause for concern.

East Fife chief hoping to hang on to manager John Robertson

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:19:00 +0100

East Fife chairman Sid Collumbine hopes John Robertson stays as boss of the Methil side after the manager said the commute from his home in Inverness was getting too much.

Holidaying East Fife chairman missed club's famous win over Aberdeen FC

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:54:00 +0100

East Fife chairman Sid Collumbine has revealed how he missed his club's historic cup victory because he was on holiday on Gran Canaria.

Dundee United can rely on youth in the Scottish Communities League Cup

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:26:00 +0100

Dundee United can rely on their young guns to fire them to Scottish Communities League Cup success.

Savo might be the saviour for injury-hit Dundee FC

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:29:00 +0100

With Dundee facing a striker crisis this weekend, boss Barry Smith may ask Steven Milne to lead the line on his own.

St Johnstone 0 St Mirren 2: Perth men fall well short

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:34:00 +0100

St Johnstone crashed back down to earth from their weekend high — and out of the Scottish Communities League Cup — after coming off second best in the clash of the Saints.

Airdrie United 0 Dundee United 2: Young Tangerines secure place in last eight of League Cup

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:57:00 +0100

A neat and tidy performance at the Excelsior Stadium put Dundee United into the Scottish Communities League Cup quarter-finals.

Aberdeen FC 3 East Fife 3 (3-4 on penalties): Fifers join the list of giant-killing greats

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:39:00 +0100

The mighty East Fife minnows from Methil have pulled off one of the biggest giant-killing shocks in Scottish football history.

SFA unmoved by Dundee FC's striker plea

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:53:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has been refused permission to recall striker Leighton McIntosh from international duty.

St Johnstone v St Mirren: Frazer Wright looks to Hampden

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:26:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender Frazer Wright has revealed his goal against Livingston in the last round of the Scottish Communities League Cup may be a sign the Perth side are Hampden-bound.

Airdrie United v Dundee United: Ryan Dow is living his dream

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:51:00 +0100

Ryan Dow has revealed he is living every Dundee United fan's dream by breaking into the Tannadice team.

Aberdeen v East Fife: John Robertson says belief is the key

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:15:00 +0100

East Fife boss John Robertson will urge his players to believe in themselves when they run out at Pittodrie on Tuesday night.

Dunfermline 2 Hibs 2: Jason Thomson refusing to give up his goal without a fight

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:41:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Jason Thomson will not be ''deflected'' from his belief that he deserves the credit for the goal which capped a tremendous fightback by Dunfermline on Saturday.

Falkirk 2 Dundee 1: Douglas cries foul over Bairns' winner

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:16:00 +0100

Dundee were left fuming after two late goals turned Saturday's match at Falkirk's Westfield Stadium on its head.

Dundee United 3-1 Inverness Caledonian Thistle: Rankin enjoying life in Tangerine

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:59:00 +0100

After half a year of Saturdays spent in a gym, in front of a television, or traipsing around the shops, Dundee United midfielder John Rankin is a footballer reborn.

Motherwell 0 St Johnstone 3: Saints have found a star in Sandaza

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:28:00 +0100

Francisco Sandaza may not be able to sing as well as Leona Lewis, Matt Cardle or even Chris Millar.

Motherwell v St Johnstone: Enckelman determined to keep Saints' defensive record going

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 11:36:00 +0100

Keeper Peter Enckelman has made a firm case for the new-look St Johnstone defence as they try to extend their clean-sheet record at Motherwell this afternoon.

Hamilton v Raith Rovers: Kirkcaldy men need to get back to winning ways

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 10:31:00 +0100

Raith Rovers are determined to put their Dundee disappointment behind them when they travel to Hamilton this afternoon.

Dundee United v ICT: Jon Daly ready to do what he can for depleted Tangerines

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 10:01:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Jon Daly is ready to answer an SOS call for the Tangerines this afternoon.

Falkirk v Dundee: Dark Blues striker predicting torrid time against Bairns' model pro

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:40:00 +0100

Friends will become foes today when Dundee travel to the Falkirk Stadium.

Dunfermline v Hibs: David Graham hungry to perform for TV audience

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:33:00 +0100

Dunfermline's David Graham is refusing to make a meal out of a big shake-up to his usual game-day routine.

East Fife v Brechin: Battle of the slow-starters

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:00:00 +0100

East Fife manager John Robertson admits today's clash with Brechin City will be a meeting of two teams who could have made better starts to the season.

'You are scared to open the papers in the morning' — Gordon Chisholm gives insight into crisis management

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 07:57:00 +0100

Rangers boss Ally McCoist has been praised for the way he is conducting himself as a financial storm rages all around him.

Dundee United manager always backed Butcher's boys to get it right

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:18:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston says he was always convinced Inverness Caley Thistle would get better.

Barry Smith looking to defence to set up win at Falkirk

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:56:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith believes another miserly defensive display can be the key to victory over Falkirk.

Jim McIntyre's ban anxiety eased by knowing his stand-in won't bottle it

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:48:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre is confident his side will be left in safe hands as he prepares to serve a one-match touchline ban.

Hard road ahead for injury-plagued Nick Phinn

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:12:00 +0100

Dunfermline midfielder Nick Phinn hopes to make his SPL bow in “weeks rather than months” after being put on an intensive fitness programme to finally solve his hamstring problem.

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth aiming to be someone to look up to

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:04:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth has admitted being well below his best for all but a couple of the Tannadice club's opening SPL fixtures.

Dundee FC boss says Stephen O'Donnell will be notable by his absence

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:27:00 +0100

Dundee midfielder Stephen O’Donnell will be badly missed by the Dark Blues when they travel to Falkirk.

'They treat us like second-class citizens' — Dundee United chief furious at UEFA's Slask Wroclaw tie fine

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:29:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has branded UEFA's decision to fine his club as "ridiculous."

Dundee FC Supporters' Society chief defends shareholding ballot

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 08:22:00 +0100

The chairman of the Dundee FC Supporters' Society has insisted the organisation had no choice but to hold the controversial ballot of members.

Another injury setback for Dunfermline Athletic defender Kevin Rutkiewicz

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:09:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz has been dealt another injury blow with the news that he has been ruled out of action for a month.

Stranraer hoping to extend St Johnstone youngster's stay

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:34:00 +0100

Stranraer have opened talks with St Johnstone about extending the loan deal of young McDiarmid Park defender Mark Durnan.

Supporters' society to keep majority shareholding in Dundee FC after mail mix-up

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:58:00 +0100

The Dundee FC Supporters' Society will retain its majority shareholding in the Dens Park club, after the result of a members' vote was dramatically turned on its head.

Dundee United captain Jon Daly resumes full training

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:44:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Jon Daly completed a full training session and could be back in the Tannadice team at the weekend.

Road trips are going to put St Johnstone's form to the test

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone haven't lost a game or a goal away from home so far this season, but that impressive record on the road will be severely tested over the next few weeks.

Dundee boss Barry Smith relaxed about early-season standings

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:49:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith insists he will not be keeping a close eye on the division one table until the first quarter of the season has come and gone.

'I embarrassed myself' — Johnny Russell pledges not to let Dundee United down again

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:14:00 +0100

Dundee United's Johnny Russell insists he will bounce back stronger than ever after what has been the worst weekend of his life.

Raith Rovers striker John Baird holds no grudge for being kept at Stark's Park

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:52:00 +0100

John Baird has insisted he harbours no bitterness to Raith Rovers for blocking a move to the SPL on transfer deadline day.

Kilmarnock 3 Dunfermline 2: Pars need to show more class in defence

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:43:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Joe Cardle insists his side need to learn the lessons being handed out at the SPL school of hard knocks.

Raith Rovers 0 Dundee 1: Dark Blues rediscover their fighting spirit

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:55:00 +0100

“Thrive in adversity” was a phrase made to measure for Dundee last season.

St Mirren 0 St Johnstone 0: Saintly battle a stalemate

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:31:00 +0100

Despite straying off the goal trail again, St Johnstone declared themselves satisfied with Saturday's point at Paisley.

Dundee United 0 Rangers 1: Robertson sees positives amid defeat

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:38:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson is adamant the Tangerines are edging closer to the standard they want to reach this season.

Raith Rovers boss won't be fooled by Dundee's poor start

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:12:00 +0100

There are some who have already written off Dundee's promotion hopes for this season — but Raith boss John McGlynn isn't among them.

Give him time — Houston not expecting Johnny Russell to be an instant replacement for David Goodwillie

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:52:00 +0100

Dundee United manager believes Johnny Russell is a year-and-a-half away from reaching the standards set by former team-mate David Goodwillie.

Dunfermline's Paul Gallacher finally gets his hands on top player award

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:54:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Paul Gallacher has been named the Clydesdale Bank Premier League Player for July and August.

Dundee United 'relaxed' after interest shown in Scott Allan

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:25:00 +0100

Dundee United are staying "totally relaxed" over the future of Scott Allan.

Midfielders back for St Johnstone's bid to burst Buddies' bubble

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:56:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes knows his players will have to counter St Mirren's feelgood factor this weekend.

Keanu Marsh-Brown looking for the Fulham connection at Dundee United

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:11:00 +0100

Keanu Marsh-Brown hopes the Fulham connection can propel Dundee United to success this season.

St Johnstone midfielder Kevin Moon ready to take on St Mirren

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 08:57:00 +0100

Kevin Moon will be back in the St Johnstone squad to face St Mirren on Saturday.

Midfielder promises Dundee United fans will soon see the old Willo Flood

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:57:00 +0100

Willo Flood says the best is yet to come after his return to Dundee United.

Scotland 1 Lithuania 0: Euro 2012 qualification hopes now rest on October double header

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:29:00 +0100

Scotland kept their slim Euro 2012 hopes alive with a spirited performance at Hampden.

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has touchline ban reduced by the SFA

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:16:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has had his four-game touchline ban halved by the SFA.

Sandaza happy to have put his faith in Saints

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:36:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Spanish striker Fran Sandaza believes he has been proved right in turning down a return to his homeland this summer.

Scotland v Lithuania: Former Dundee United man backed to deliver the goods

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 09:30:00 +0100

Dundee United's Garry Kenneth has insisted former team-mate David Goodwillie can cope with the pressure of starting Scotland's must-win game against Lithuania tonight.

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown in warning as club announces £209,000 loss

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:52:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown has issued a stark warning about the club's future after announcing a £209,000 loss for last season.

'Raw' Leighton McIntosh needs nurturing before gaining regular starting role at Dens

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:14:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has admitted that the time is not right to give teenage striker Leighton McIntosh a regular starting role in his side.

Scotland 2 Czech Republic 2: Blom bloopers all but end Scots' Euro 2012 hopes

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:58:00 +0100

Saturday's Hampden stalemate is almost certain to prove "Czechmate" as far as Scotland's Euro qualifying hopes are concerned.

Murray Davidson promises to give his all on return to action with St Johnstone

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:18:00 +0100

Murray Davidson insists he harbours no bitterness that the transfer window has shut and he's still a St Johnstone player.

Dunfermline failed in bid to sign Raith striker John Baird

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:29:00 +0100

Courier Sport understands that Dunfermline made two sensational late transfer window bids to sign John Baird from Fife neighbours Raith Rovers.

Dundee United delighted by Scott Severin's recovery

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:18:00 +0100

Scott Severin's rehabilitation from a horrific triple leg break has taken a significant step forward.

McGlynn uses Fife Cup to run the rule over his Raith Rovers squad

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 10:43:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn used Tuesday night's Fife Cup tie at Dunfermline to keep some of his first-team squad ticking over during the international break.

Dunfermline Athletic suffer a double injury setback

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:52:00 +0100

Two Dunfermline players have suffered injury setbacks.

East Fife the main movers during a quiet transfer deadline day for Courier country

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:14:00 +0100

Transfer deadline day was something of a non-event in Tayside and Fife.

Arbroath FC boss Sheerin may not stop at two new faces

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:33:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin has bolstered his squad ahead of Wednesday's transfer window deadline by snapping up defender Kevin Brown and forward Pedram Ardallany.

Forfar sign Aberdeen FC prospects

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:25:00 +0100

Forfar have made a double loan signing from Aberdeen.

St Johnstone and St Mirren to put on a show for Scottish football

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Liam Craig has backed St Johnstone to deliver another positive advert for Scottish football when they take on St Mirren in the third round of the Scottish Communities League Cup.

Fulham FC furnish Dundee United with another promising youngster

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:18:00 +0100

Dundee United have signed a second Fulham youngster on loan until January.

Dundee United captain Jon Daly facing a month out

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:11:00 +0100

Dundee United have been rocked by a major injury blow, with skipper Jon Daly set to be sidelined for a month.

Battle of the Saints in third round of Scottish Communities League Cup

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:16:00 +0100

The Scottish Communities League Cup third-round draw has handed St Johnstone an all-SPL clash with St Mirren at Perth.

Rumours of Dundee move quashed by St Johnstone's Adams

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:47:00 +0100

Jamie Adams has been strongly linked with a move to Dundee over the last few weeks, but the St Johnstone midfielder has insisted he's going nowhere.

Too early in First Division season for Dundee to panic

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:09:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is refusing to push the panic button.

Ayr United 2 Raith Rovers 1: Ten men's determination receives no reward

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:40:00 +0100

Raith Rovers lost their unbeaten record in devastating fashion, despite a spirited performance with 10 men.

St Johnstone 3 Dundee United 3: Perth men count cost of late madness

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:21:00 +0100

If Saturday's Tayside derby is anything to go by, St Johnstone fans are in for an entirely different type of season — for better and worse.

Dundee 0 Morton 1: Bayne says Dee need time to gel

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 09:41:00 +0100

Graham Bayne insists no-one inside the Dens Park dressing-room is about to start playing the blame game.

Dunfermline 2 Motherwell 4: Pars are taught a valuable lesson

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:31:00 +0100

Pars defender Alex Keddie admitted they were taught a tough SPL lesson by Motherwell.

Road trips have given Willie Gibson the drive to impress at St Johnstone

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:20:00 +0100

Homesickness forced Willie Gibson to bring an end to his career down south after just a few months, and now the new St Johnstone winger is looking to put down roots at McDiarmid Park.

Finn's finishing prowess looks like firing him straight into Dundee United team

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:10:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston is poised to throw new signing Lauri Dalla Valle straight into his side.

'Defend from the front' — Barry Smith on guard for visit of high-scoring Morton

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:10:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has ordered his players to cut out the mistakes when Morton visit Dens.

Dundee United wide man Douglas out to make mark on Terrors

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 08:50:00 +0100

It's been an in and out start to the season for Barry Douglas, but now the Dundee United wide man is intent on nailing down a regular starting place.

Ryan Conroy lifted despite Dundee FC's defeat to Aberdeen

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:19:00 +0100

Dundee's Ryan Conroy insists that out of defeat can come confidence and inspiration.

St Johnstone 3 Livingston 0: 'Selfish' Sandaza giving Saints just what they needed

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:57:00 +0100

A potentially hazardous Scottish Communities League Cup tie was negotiated with unexpected ease by St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park thanks to a first-half goal blitz.

Dundee United capture Lauri Dalla Valle on loan deal

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:22:00 +0100

Dundee United signed Fulham's Finnish under-21 striker Lauri Dalla Valle on loan.

St Johnstone v Livingston: Liam Craig appreciating the highs after Dunfermline disappointment

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:05:00 +0100

A week in the life of Liam Craig has taken the St Johnstone midfielder from one of his lowest moments in football to one of the highest.

Queen of the South 3 Forfar 0: Loons boss sees encouraging signs amid defeat

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:20:00 +0100

Forfar emerged with credit from their Scottish Communities League Cup clash with first division Queens.

Airdrie United 2 Raith Rovers 0: John McGlynn furious after 'abysmal, absolutely disgraceful' performance

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:29:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn called his side's performance "disgraceful" after they crashed out of the Scottish Communities League Cup at New Broomfield.

Aberdeen 1 Dundee 0: Dons do just enough to end Dark Blue cup dreams

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:20:00 +0100

Dundee ran Aberdeen close at Pittodrie, recovering from a ropey start to force the Dons to work for this win.

East Fife 2 Dunfermline 1: Robertson hails 'unbelievable result'

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:24:00 +0100

East Fife recorded a stunning derby victory over SPL neighbours Dunfermline in the second round of the Scottish Communities League Cup at New Bayview.

Dave Mackay urges St Johnstone team-mates to build on Celtic Park victory

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:05:00 +0100

Parkhead hero Dave Mackay has warned that St Johnstone's shock victory against Celtic can't be allowed to be a one-off.

Dundee United boss saw enough against Dunfermline to feel optimistic

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:51:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston is playing it cool despite the club's sluggish start to the season.

East Fife v Dunfermline: Friends reunited for Pars' Jason Thomson

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:10:00 +0100

It will be a Hearts reunion in the Scottish Communities League Cup at New Bayview tonight for Dunfermline defender Jason Thomson.

Aberdeen v Dundee: Steven Milne knows 'anything is possible' in cup ties

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:25:00 +0100

Steven Milne signed off his last stint at Dundee in style at Pittodrie, with a goal his leaving gift.

Raith Rovers v Airdrie United: Aiming for cup runs to help balance the books

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:49:00 +0100

The importance of good cup runs for a club like Raith Rovers is increasing by the season, according to boss John McGlynn.

Take it to the bank — David Goodwillie transfer comes with a sting in the tail for Dundee United

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:55:00 +0100

Dundee United find themselves in an exasperating financial position in the wake of the David Goodwillie sale.

Livingston 4 Dundee 2: Dark Blue defence has a lot to put right before Aberdeen test

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:15:00 +0100

Gary Irvine admits the Dundee players need to be fast learners after Saturday's demoralising defeat at Livingston.

Dundee United 0 Dunfermline Athletic 1: Gallacher deflects attention on to 'fantastic' team-mates

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:23:00 +0100

It was with refreshing and humorous honesty that Dunfermline goalkeeper Paul Gallacher summed up his terrific save against United on Saturday.

Celtic 0 St Johnstone 1: Bhoys stunned by super Saints

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:23:00 +0100

St Johnstone have got their season up and running with a once-in-a-generation victory at Celtic Park.

Celtic v St Johnstone: Defender McCracken ready for Hoops strikers

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:49:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender David McCracken should not be too fazed by Celtic's attacking armoury, as the last time he visited Parkhead he was coming up against Henrik Larsson.

Raith Rovers v Morton: Rovers keeping their feet fixed firmly on the ground

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:09:00 +0100

John Baird insists the Raith Rovers' players are keeping their feet firmly fixed on the ground.

Livingston v Dundee: True grit will be key

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:21:00 +0100

Dundee's Craig McKeown believes true grit and not fancy football will win the day in Livingston this afternoon.

Forfar Athletic v Stenhousemuir: Loons enjoy back-to-back games

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:16:00 +0100

Forfar are looking to capitalise on back-to-back home games to get their second division campaign up and running.

Dundee United v Dunfermline: Keddie relishes facing 'big prospect' Russell

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:01:00 +0100

Many SPL defenders breathed a sigh of relief when David Goodwillie departed for England — but Dunfermline's Alex Keddie wasn't one of them.

St Johnstone loan man Cillian Sheridan glad to finally have a shot at taking on Celtic

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:46:00 +0100

Playing against Celtic will be a new experience for St Johnstone's Cillian Sheridan on Sunday, but it's one he's relishing.

St Johnstone's Kevin Moon on the sidelines again

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:32:00 +0100

Kevin Moon will miss St Johnstone's next three games after undergoing an operation to his hand.

Dunfermline Athletic's John Potter wins red card appeal

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:45:00 +0100

Dunfermline's John Potter believes justice has been done after he won his red card appeal on Friday.

Dundee United boss wants his players to be alive to Dunfermline's dead-ball threat

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:23:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has warned his players not to concede free-kicks around their own box when Dunfermline come calling.

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville standing down to become club 'ambassador'

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:59:00 +0100

Raith Rovers will operate without a chairman following the announcement that Dave Somerville has formally relinquished the role.

Dundee FC boss warns Livi are up for the challenge

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:41:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has flagged up Livingston as difficult opponents because they seem to be loving life in the first division.

Peter Houston sold new boy Gavin Gunning on move to Dundee United

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:59:00 +0100

Dundee United's new signing Gavin Gunning has revealed how he was talked into his move by manager Peter Houston.

Fran Sandaza's St Johnstone debut excites admirers

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:33:00 +0100

Fran Sandaza has been backed to end St Johnstone's goal drought by his manager and the Perth team-mate who knows him best.

John Rankin impressed by stand-out performances of young Scott Allan

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:17:00 +0100

Dundee United's John Rankin believes that Tannadice is the ideal proving ground for highly-rated youngster Scott Allan.

Dundee FC thought to have their eye on return for Jamie Adams

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:54:00 +0100

Dundee are believed to be considering making a move for St Johnstone's Jamie Adams.

Back-to-back league wins have lifted Stark's Park doom and gloom

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:09:00 +0100

John McGlynn has got a proven track record of getting Raith Rovers off to a flying start.

Queen of the South 1 Raith Rovers 3: McGlynn praises 'polished performance'

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:42:00 +0100

John McGlynn praised the character of his Raith Rovers team after they came from behind to win at Queen of the South.

St Johnstone 0 Dunfermline Athletic 1: Pars make Saints pay for lack of killer touch

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:41:00 +0100

New Saints striker Fran Sandaza is confident the Perth side will hit the goal trail.

Dundee FC 1 Ayr United 1: Week of target practice ahead for shot-shy Dee

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:19:00 +0100

Dundee's players can expect extra shooting practice in training this week after again showing a lack of punch against Ayr United on Saturday.

Celtic 5 Dundee United 1: Robertson rues penalty chance

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 09:25:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson believes noise, or rather the lack of it, played a huge part in the Tangerines being denied a penalty at Parkhead on Saturday.

Dunfermline Athletic stopper Paul Gallacher tipped for Scotland call-up after SPL heroics

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:28:00 +0100

Penalty hero Paul Gallacher could force his way back into the Scotland squad, according to Dunfermline team-mate Andy Kirk.

Crocked Scott Severin was more worried about Dundee United result

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:27:00 +0100

Scott Severin has relived his sickening triple leg break ordeal but admitted he was more concerned with finding out Dundee United's score than he was about his own health.

St Johnstone v Dunfermline Athletic: Jim McIntyre hopes to steal limelight

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:10:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has insisted friend and former team-mate Derek McInnes deserves all the credit he gets for his work in the dugout at St Johnstone.

Dundee United v Celtic: Tangerines will have positive attitude

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:24:00 +0100

Dundee United's last visit to Parkhead saw them swept aside by title-chasing Celtic, but manager Peter Houston will be looking a bit further back for inspiration ahead of tomorrow's trip to Glasgow's east end.

St Johnstone v Dunfermline Athletic: Derek McInnes's good deed could rebound

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:43:00 +0100

Dundee FC v Ayr United: Dees are seeking home comfort after away days

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:48:00 +0100

The cause to fight for that galvanised Dundee's supporters last season may have passed, but Dens Park boss Barry Smith has appealed for his club's fans to take the attitude they displayed in the stands a few months ago into the new campaign.

Dundee United are still special to former star David Goodwillie

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:15:00 +0100

David Goodwillie has expressed his gratitude to old club Dundee United for helping make his English Premier League dream come true.

Young Rangers goalkeeper Grant Adam's loan spell at Forfar Athletic cut short

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:18:00 +0100

Scotland under-21 goalkeeper Grant Adam's loan spell at Forfar Athletic was a short one, as he has been recalled by Rangers after less than two weeks at Station Park to allow him to be registered for the Europa League.

SPL under-21 rule hindering Dunfermline Athletic forward Buchanan's chances

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:53:00 +0100

Pars striker Liam Buchanan has vowed to fight for his place at East End Park — despite the SPL under-21 rule limiting his early season chances.

Patience is key for St Johnstone striker Sean Higgins

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:10:00 +0100

St Johnstone summer recruit Sean Higgins has admitted he may require patience to grab his chance at McDiarmid Park.

Stricken Dundee United veteran Scott Severin home after surgery

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:02:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Severin has been released from hospital after extensive surgery on his broken leg.

Scotland 2 Denmark 1: Robert Snodgrass the hero at Hampden

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:51:00 +0100

Scotland gave themselves a massive injection of self-belief ahead of their cluster of crucial European Championship qualifiers by beating Denmark in Wednesday's friendly.

New deal for Raith Rovers rookie Reece Donaldson

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:51:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has predicted a bright future for rookie defender Reece Donaldson after handing the 17-year-old a new deal until 2014.

Dundee United's fears after Gary Mackay-Steven suffered ankle knock

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:41:00 +0100

Dundee United feared they had two players with broken bones after Saturday's game against St Mirren.

Falkirk 1 FC Dundee FC 0: Dark Blues exit Ramsdens Cup after first defeat of the season

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:01:00 +0100

Dundee suffered their first defeat of the season at Falkirk, bowing out of the Ramsdens Cup in the process.

Forfar Athletic v Morton: Campbell's men fear no-one

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:46:00 +0100

Forfar have earned the respect of first division opponents Morton ahead of their clash at Station Park.

Falkirk FC v Dundee FC: O'Donnell pleased by Dees' perfect start

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:02:00 +0100

Stephen O'Donnell is delighted at Dundee's 100% start to the season, despite some critics saying they are fortunate to be in that perfect position.

Dundee United starlet Scott Allan commits to club, while veterans agree new deals

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 10:54:00 +0100

Dundee United will now move to tie up young star Scott Allan on a long-term contract after agreeing new deals with two of the club's elder statesmen.

East Fife v Elgin City: Fifers prepare to face Elgin again

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 09:50:00 +0100

East Fife welcome Elgin City to New Bayview for a second time even this early in the season, having beaten them in the Scottish Communities League Cup.

Blow for Raith Rovers as injury puts Iain Davidson out for two months

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:40:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have been delivered a major blow with the news that influential midfielder Iain Davidson will be out for two months.

Goodwin's regret at Scott Severin's 'devastating' broken leg

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:29:00 +0100

The man who broke Scott Severin's leg in three places has spoken of his regret on hearing the "devastating news."

Dundee United 1 St Mirren 1: Dixon has little sympathy for Hasselbaink

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Paul Dixon believes St Mirren's Nigel Hasselbaink only has himself to blame for being sent off because Scotland's footballers have been told what will and won't be tolerated on the park this season.

Dundee United will use 'majority' of Goodwillie transfer fee to cut club's debt

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:39:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has revealed the "vast majority" of the David Goodwillie transfer money will be used to cut the club's debt.

Dundee FC still in the chase for veteran winger Neil McCann

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:31:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has not given up hope of signing veteran winger Neil McCann.

Coup as Dundee United win Blackburn Rovers' Gavin Gunning on three-year contract

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:23:00 +0100

Dundee United have agreed a deal to land Blackburn Rovers central defender Gavin Gunning.

Dundee United chairman thanks £2.8m striker David Goodwillie

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:27:00 +0100

Dundee United finally waved goodbye to Hampden hero David Goodwillie, with the warm words of chairman Stephen Thompson ringing in his ears.

Dundee FC fans target community with manifesto for inclusive future

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:43:00 +0100

Dundee FC Supporters' Society (DFCSS) have launched their vision of the Dark Blues as a community club.

Derek McInnes denies aiming to lure Willie Gibson back north of the border

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:11:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has dismissed claims he has made a bid for Crawley Town's Willie Gibson.

Raith Rovers boss happy with Ramsdens Cup venue change

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:27:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has admitted that the change of venue for his side's Ramsdens Cup second round tie against Ayr United could work in their favour.

Sofa so good for Dundee United youngster Scott Allan

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:42:00 +0100

Dundee United youngster Scott Allan has revealed his dad swapped his search for a sofa for a seat at Tynecastle to witness his SPL debut against Hearts on Sunday.

Peter Houston deems Romanov's treatment of Hearts management duo disgraceful

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:56:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has hit out at Hearts' "disgraceful" treatment of Jim Jefferies and his assistant Billy Brown.

Pat Clarke not ready to call time on Dunfermline career just yet

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:23:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has revealed that Pat Clarke has been told he is free to find another club.

St Johnstone keeper Peter Enckelman welcomes his quality competition

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:41:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Peter Enckelman knows he cannot afford to rest on his laurels following the arrival of goalkeeping rival Alan Mannus at the club.

Dundee United's Scott Allan can be an inspiration, claims coach Gary Kirk

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:38:00 +0100

Dundee United's first team coach Gary Kirk has heaped praise on Scott Allan after his dream SPL debut at Tynecastle on Sunday — and challenged him to put in that level of performance week in, week out.

High hopes for Dundee FC signing Jamie McCluskey

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:16:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith insists the best has yet to come from his side's new winger Jamie McCluskey.

David Goodwillie heads south — but the deal is delayed

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:24:00 +0100

David Goodwillie's move to Blackburn Rovers is still expected to go ahead despite the player suffering a day of frustration down in England.

Montrose FC 1 Raith Rovers 4: Rovers sweep past nine-man Montrose

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:17:00 +0100

Raith Rovers survived a fine first half performance from third division underdogs Montrose to ease their way into the second round of the Scottish Communities League Cup.

Annan FC 1 Dunfermline Athletic 2: Relieved Pars are happy to make it through

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 11:07:00 +0100

Dunfermline dodged the banana skin of which chairman John Yorkston had warned — but only just.

Dumbarton 0 Dundee 4: Steven Milne looks at the bigger picture

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 10:27:00 +0100

Steven Milne hit a second-half double as Dundee came through a tough Communities League Cup tie against dogged Dumbarton.

St Johnstone 0 Rangers 2: Gift of a goal did St Johnstone no favours, says skipper Jody Morris

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:32:00 +0100

Reports of a crisis at Rangers appear to have been greatly exaggerated based on the evidence of this routine victory over St Johnstone.

Hearts 0 Dundee United 1: Jon Daly goal suggests Tannadice men can live without David Goodwillie

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:03:00 +0100

Dundee United sent out a defiant message that there is life after striker David Goodwillie with this tremendous win at Tynecastle.

Montrose FC v Raith Rovers: John McGlynn wary of team with a point to prove

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 11:47:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has admitted he is wary about today's Scottish Communities League Cup tie against a Montrose team with a point to prove.

Everyone's a winner as David Goodwillie heads to Blackburn Rovers in £2.8m deal

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 11:17:00 +0100

David Goodwillie is on his way to the bright lights of the English Premiership after Dundee United last night accepted a bumper bid from Blackburn Rovers worth in the region of £2.8 million.

St Johnstone v Rangers: Target Murray Davidson is predicted to be pitch perfect

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:46:00 +0100

Ii-demand St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson is being backed to take today's game against Rangers in his stride.

Annan FC v Dunfermline Athletic: Pars' Barrowman is still dining out on Staggies' cup shock

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:16:00 +0100

Andrew Barrowman admits he will be dining out for years to come on being part of the Ross County team who caused one of the biggest shocks in Scottish Cup history.

St Johnstone boss says pressure on Ally McCoist is 'ridiculous' — but he'll be happy to add more

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 17:14:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has dismissed as "ridiculous" the stick that has come Ally McCoist's way as Rangers have made a faltering start to the season.

Dundee United's Scott Robertson desperate for a clear run

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:50:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson is hoping his injury travails are behind him so he can set about proving he is worth a new contract.

Time with Queen of the South has given Dunfermline new boy a taste for cup finals

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:46:00 +0100

Paul Burns took part in two cup finals with former club Queen of the South and now wants to complete the full Scottish set with his new side Dunfermline — but this time he hopes it will be third time lucky.

'Glasgow isn't the best thing' — Peter Houston would prefer David Goodwillie avoids Old Firm pressure cooker

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:23:00 +0100

David Goodwillie does not have his sights set on a move to either half of the Old Firm, Dundee United boss Peter Houston has confirmed.

Barry Smith thinks Dundee FC's scare against Arbroath will act as wake-up call

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:49:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith believes last weekend's cup scare at Arbroath has given his team the warning they need ahead of Saturday's trip to Dumbarton.

Entertaining Ally McCoist should be small beer for old mate Derek McInnes

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 18:27:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes always dusted down a bottle of red wine when Walter Smith brought Rangers to McDiarmid Park — but expects the drinks bill to plummet when old pal Ally McCoist is in town this weekend.

Raith Rovers chairman denies rumours that 'wee break' may become permanent

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:17:00 +0100

Raith Rovers chairman David Somerville has moved to dispel rumours that he has decided to step down from his post on a permanent basis.

Duberry tips David Goodwillie for the top, as Dundee United reject yet another transfer bid

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:06:00 +0100

Dundee United have rejected a bid of over £1.6 million for David Goodwillie, believed to be from Blackpool.

'His time will come' — former team-mate backing Sean Higgins to grab striking place at St Johnstone

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:04:00 +0100

Gary Irvine has backed former Dundee team-mate Sean Higgins to shine in the SPL, despite the fact he was left watching from the stand as St Johnstone opened their SPL campaign at Aberdeen last weekend.

Dundee United new boy John Rankin was victim of a running joke

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:13:00 +0100

Dundee United new boy John Rankin has revealed he was set a mission impossible by first-team coach Gary Kirk as he tried to enjoy his honeymoon in Cyprus.

Marcus Haber out to prove he is the pick of St Johnstone's striking signings

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:51:00 +0100

The battle for a place in the St Johnstone frontline is set to be fierce in the coming season, but it doesn't faze new signing Marcus Haber.

'The hottest property in Scottish football' — David Goodwillie staying put unless Dundee United's price is met

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:04:00 +0100

Dundee United will only sell star striker David Goodwillie when their £2 million-plus asking price is met.

Paul Gallacher confident Dunfermline can get a handle on SPL

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline penalty hero Paul Gallacher has admitted the Pars will take time to adjust to the pace of the SPL.

Scott Robertson tipped for early return to Dundee United side

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:19:00 +0100

Dundee United have received a boost with the news that Scott Robertson is set to make a quicker than expected return from an ankle injury.

Leighton McIntosh must wait to become Dundee FC fixture

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:59:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has admitted it will be some time before he is ready to make teenage striker Leighton McIntosh a regular fixture in his side.

St Johnstone sign former Dundee United striker Francisco Sandaza

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:18:00 +0100

Francisco Sandaza became the third new St Johnstone striker signed in four days. The 26-year-old former Dundee United man will team up with Marcus Haber and Cillian Sheridan after being lured back north by Derek McInnes following a brief spell with Brighton.

Rangers pounce for David Goodwillie, but Dundee United reject £1m bid

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:54:45 +0100

Dundee United have rejected another million-pound bid from Rangers for striker David Goodwillie.

Dunfermline Athletic 0 St Mirren 0: Pars goalie on the spot to prevent home defeat

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:27:00 +0100

Dunfermline said hello again to the SPL at East End Park, but needed a penalty save from St Mirren old boy Paul Gallacher to avoid making it a losing return to the top flight.

Forfar 1 Buckie Thistle 1 (5-4 pens): Mark McCulloch keeps nerve to send Loons through

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:36:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic made it through to the second round of the Ramsdens Cup, but only after a nail-biting penalty shoot-out against Buckie Thistle.

Montrose 1 East Fife 6: Sharp-shooting Fifers hit Gable Endies for six

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:21:00 +0100

East Fife boss John Robertson praised his side as they hit Montrose for six in a Ramsdens Cup first-round cruise on Saturday.

Arbroath FC 1 Dundee FC 2: League favourites Dark Blues 'can improve'

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:17:00 +0100

Jamie McCluskey hopes to finally put down roots at Dens Park after signing for Dundee.

Raith Rovers 2 Cowdenbeath FC 1: Form counts for nothing as Rovers win through

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:31:00 +0100

John Baird ensured recent friendly results counted for nothing as Raith Rovers knocked Cowdenbeath out of the Ramsdens Cup.

Brechin City 1 Falkirk FC 2: City not too despondent as Bairns progress in Ramsdens Cup

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:54:00 +0100

Brechin City's Ramsden Cup ambitions came to an end after a 2-1 first-round defeat by Falkirk at Glebe Park, but manager Jim Weir wasn't too despondent at the end of a hugely entertaining game.

Slask Wroclaw fan trouble dominates headlines — but it's Dundee United who are reported to UEFA

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:18:00 +0100

Dundee United have been reported to UEFA after some fans encroached on to the pitch during Thursday's Europa League qualifier against Slask Wroclaw.

Aberdeen 0 St Johnstone 0: Namesake has some advice for Murray Davidson

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 10:03:00 +0100

If Murray Davidson needs advice on what move to make from St Johnstone, he doesn't have to venture far.

Dunfermline Athletic v St Mirren: first game is a 'massive game' for Pars

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:18:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz believes a clash with one of their relegation rivals is the ideal way to get the Pars' return season in the SPL under way.

Dundee United 1 Kilmarnock FC 1: Houston happy with players' efforts after Europa disappointment

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:17:00 +0100

Dundee United ensured they suffered no Europa League hangover by battling back to earn a draw in their SPL opener against Kilmarnock.

Dundee United v Kilmarnock FC: United will come back stronger, says Johnny Russell

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:05:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Johnny Russell has promised his side will bounce back strongly against Kilmarnock in their SPL opener after suffering Europa League heartache on Thursday night against Slask Wroclaw.

St Johnstone FC v Aberdeen FC: Cillian Sheridan looks to pick up where he left off

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 12:49:00 +0100

Last season was one best forgotten as far as St Johnstone strikers were concerned but new loan signing Cillian Sheridan is determined to help exorcise those demons straight from the gun.

Brechin City v Falkirk FC: Jim Weir's men strike out in new direction

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 10:22:00 +0100

Replacing Rory McAllister was one of the biggest close-season issues for Brechin City manager Jim Weir.

Montrose FC v East Fife FC: Ray Farningham in race against time to sign Jamie Winter

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Montrose boss Ray Farningham is facing a race against time to sign former Leeds and Aberdeen star Jamie Winter before today's Ramsdens Cup tie against East Fife.

Arbroath FC v Dundee FC: Barry Smith to give Jamie McCluskey his Dees debut

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 08:45:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith signed Jamie McCluskey last night and he goes straight into his squad for today's Ramsdens Cup game against Arbroath.

St Johnstone boss has no concerns over star midfielder Murray Davidson

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 08:11:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes isn't worried that Murray Davidson will be distracted by Rangers' failed bid to sign him.

'The SPL and SFL are only thinking about Rangers and Celtic' — early start to season infuriates Forfar manager

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:45:00 +0100

Forfar manager Dick Campbell has launched a blistering attack on Scotland's football governing bodies for this year's early start to the season.

Match report: Dundee United 3 Slask Wroclaw 2

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:55:00 +0100

With the balanced on a knife edge following Slask's 1-0 victory in the first leg in Poland last week, it was a nervous United support who took their seats at Tannadice on Thursday night. And what a rollercoaster night of football they were to experience.

New Dundee FC signing Neil McGregor wants to move up in the world

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:29:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has snapped up former Pars player Neil McGregor — and the centre-half immediately pledged to secure back-to-back promotions.

'We're not mugs' — St Johnstone chairman criticises Rangers' 'weird' bid for Murray Davidson

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:21:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown has told Rangers "we won't be stood on" after turning down a bid from the Glasgow giants for star midfielder Murray Davidson.

Dundee United 3 Slask Wroclaw 2: Houston proud despite exit from Europa League

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:13:00 +0100

Dundee United produced a heroic performance to beat Polish side Slask Wroclaw at Tannadice but still headed for an agonising Europa League exit on the away goals rule.

Coup for St Johnstone as Irishman Cillian Sheridan signs on six-month loan

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:31:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes pulled off a major coup last night by snapping up striker Cillian Sheridan on a six-month loan.

McGlynn praises Raith Rovers' pre-season work ethic

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:51:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has praised his players' work ethic after they completed five games in just nine days.

Son of former Dunfermline Athletic goalkeeper returns to score brace

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:35:00 +0100

Scotland under-21 striker Jordan Rhodes grew up watching his dad star at East End Park — now he hopes his Dunfermline double caught the eye of Billy Stark to boost his international claims.

Derek McInnes making no apologies for St Johnstone's survival target

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:25:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is making no apologies for sending his players out at the start of the season with one simple target — to ensure SPL survival as quickly as possible.

Dundee United v Slask Wroclaw: Trek to Scotland is no excuse for Slask manager

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:59:00 +0100

Dundee United's Europa League opponents had to endure a draining eight-hour journey to Tayside on Wednesday but won't be using it as an excuse if they are knocked out, their manager insisted.

Dundee United v Slask Wroclaw: David Goodwillie tipped to make mark on Europe

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:45:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie has been backed by team-mate Scott Severin to fire the Tannadice club into the next round of the Europa League.

Barry Smith says Dundee FC will give Ramsdens Cup full respect

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:38:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has pledged that his team will be highly motivated for the Ramsdens Cup at Arbroath on Saturday — and for as long as they remain in the competition.

'We are better' — Slask Wroclaw says Poles have the class to beat Dundee United

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:56:00 +0100

Slask Wroclaw are in bullish mood ahead of their Europa League clash with Dundee United on Thursday, with winger Waldemar Sobota insisting his side will knock out Peter Houston's men en-route to the group stages.

Former Par Neil McGregor poised to sign for Dundee FC

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:13:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is set to sign former Dunfermline defender Neil McGregor.

St Johnstone's new hotshot Sean Higgins has Dons in his sights

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:51:00 +0100

New St Johnstone striker Sean Higgins was on target at a team bonding clay pigeon session on Monday — and now he is determined to have his shooting boots on for his side's SPL opener in Aberdeen at the weekend.

Garry Kenneth determined Dundee United won't miss out against Slask Wroclaw

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:19:00 +0100

The pain of missing last week's Europa League first leg against Slask Wroclaw will make Garry Kenneth even more determined to help Dundee United into the next round.

Dundee United hoping to welcome back big names for Slask Wroclaw second leg

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:11:53 +0100

Dundee United could welcome back Danny Swanson and Garry Kenneth for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Slask Wroclaw.

St Johnstone manager relishing challenge of real test at Pittodrie

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 08:58:00 +0100

After a summer build-up of "false football," St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is looking forward to a true test of his side's capabilities at Aberdeen in the Premier League on Saturday.

Dunfermline Athletic's SPL opener could be seen as relegation battle

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 08:09:00 +0100

It may only be the first game of the season but Dunfermline winger David Graham believes their opening SPL clash with St Mirren has already been branded a relegation battle.

Barry Smith makes Rhys Weston his new Dundee FC captain

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:12:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has confirmed that Rhys Weston will be the new club captain this season.

Slask Wroclaw manager issues warning to players

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 09:08:00 +0100

Slask Wroclaw manager Orest Lenczyk has warned his players to cut the complacency or Dundee United could knock them out of Europe on Thursday.

John McGlynn confident chances will become goals for Raith Rovers

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 11:56:00 +0100

Their record pre-season record so far reads "played three, lost two and drawn one," but Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has still declared himself satisfied with how his side are progressing.

Willo Flood warns Poles against underestimating Dundee United

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 10:32:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Willo Flood has warned Slask Wroclaw that they could be in for a shock at Tannadice.

A tale of missed chances in Poland — but Dundee United are still in a strong position

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:26:00 +0100

Dundee United were down but most definitely not out after narrowly losing in Poland to Slask Wroclaw in the away leg of their Europa League qualifier.

Slask Wroclaw 1 Dundee United 0: All set up for second leg at Tannadice

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:28:00 +0100

Dundee United flew home from Poland still in with a great chance of progressing in the Europa League after going down narrowly to Slask Wroclaw.

Slask Wroclaw and Dundee United managers ready to face off

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:55:00 +0100

Veteran Slask Wroclaw manager Orest Lenczyk has a 31-year-old score to settle when his team take on Dundee United in Poland.

Daly confident Dundee United can return from Poland with a result

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 10:59:00 +0100

Dundee United skipper Jon Daly has told Slask Wroclaw they would be foolish to underestimate their Scottish opponents in their Europa League qualifier in Poland.

Dundee FC 0 St Johnstone 2: Easy win for slick-passing Saints

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:41:00 +0100

St Johnstone passed their way to an easy victory in a pre-season friendly at Dens Park on Wednesday night.

Dundee FC absences will give trialists chance to impress against St Johnstone

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:51:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is set to play two trialists in the heart of his defence in tonight's Tayside derby friendly against St Johnstone.

Garry Kenneth losing fitness fight for Slask Wroclaw clash

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:52:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth looks like losing his battle to be fit to face Slask Wroclaw.

St Johnstone defender must rise to the challenge — starting against Dundee FC

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:30:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Steven Anderson admits he cannot afford to rest on his laurels if he wants to remain a fixture at the heart of the club's defence.

Young bucks to play their part for Dundee United

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:23:00 +0100

Dundee United's young stars are being backed to cope with the considerable challenge they will face in Poland.

Jim McIntyre putting his Pars to the test in Austria

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:07:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre believes he has found the ideal opposition to play while in Austria.

Houston warns Dundee United will have to be on their toes to combat Slask Wroclaw aerial attack

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 10:58:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has warned his players not to fall foul of Slask Wroclaw's set-piece prowess.

Barry Smith happy with Dundee FC's pre-season progress

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:41:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has declared himself satisfied with the way his players have negotiated their pre-season schedule so far.

Pars step up preparations with visit to Austrian Alps

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 09:22:00 +0100

Dunfermline's training camp in the Austrian Alps will be the perfect way of stepping up their preparations for the Fife club's return to the SPL says skipper Austin McCann.

Dundee United boss glad to avoid more injuries before Poland trip

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:49:00 +0100

For Dundee United boss Peter Houston, coming through Oban Saints Tournament without injury was more important than failing to keep their title.

Move to Pars is just perfect for former Jambo Jason Thomson

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 13:47:00 +0100

Dunfermline boy Jason Thomson admits getting a move to East End Park has exceeded his expectations.

Dundee United star Willo Flood expects gutsy, physical game against Slask Wroclaw

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 13:01:00 +0100

Willo Flood is confident Dundee United can cope with the fanaticism of the fans and the physical approach of the players when they face Slask Wroclaw.

Raith Rovers loan signing Stephen Reynolds the latest to study at the school of John McGlynn

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:51:00 +0100

Short stays at Stark's Park have been a crucial factor in the development of rising stars like David Goodwillie, Johnny Russell and David Templeton, and now Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is hoping to repeat the trick with St Johnstone's Stephen Reynolds.

Versatile Alan Maybury pleased to stay at St Johnstone

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:01:00 +0100

Alan Maybury felt right at home after clinching another 12-month deal with St Johnstone.

Russell has sympathy for sidelined Dundee United team-mate Robertson

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 09:39:00 +0100

Johnny Russell is better placed than most to appreciate team-mate Scott Robertson's heartache at missing out on Dundee United's Europa League qualifiers.

Career having to come first for hard-working St Johnstone signing Sean Higgins

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:15:00 +0100

St Johnstone striker Sean Higgins has stumbled upon the secret of a happy marriage.

Milne looking forward to Dundee FC's Highland trip

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 09:20:00 +0100

Dundee striker Steven Milne is expecting a hard time in the Highlands when the Dark Blues kick off their summer match schedule.

Dundee United boss to research the Slask at hand

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:35:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston will be tuning in to the Slask Wroclaw show as he plots a path to Euro success.

Danijel Subotic given chance to impress on St Johnstone's Republic of Ireland trip

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:47:00 +0100

St Johnstone will take striker Danijel Subotic with them on their pre-season trip to the Republic of Ireland.

Dundee United midfielder Stuart Armstrong will be in the SPL saddle soon

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:07:00 +0100

Peter Houston has high hopes for midfielder Stuart Armstrong — but revealed he still has some way to go before matching the cycling efforts of his Dundee United team-mates.

Dunfermline hope to prolong feelgood factor against Brechin City

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:28:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz believes the Pars players will have no problem holding on to the first division feelgood factor through their pre-season friendlies and into the SPL.

Jody Morris to make St Johnstone comeback after spinal fracture

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:08:00 +0100

Jody Morris may have donned a Chelsea shirt again over the summer but he will happier to be back in the blue of St Johnstone than the colours of his old club.

Dundee United's Scott Robertson likely to miss start of season through injury

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 09:00:00 +0100

Not only does Scott Robertson look certain to miss Dundee United's trip to Poland next week, the midfielder is also expected to be sidelined for the start of the domestic campaign.

Arbroath give St Johnstone competitive challenge

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 08:20:00 +0100

St Johnstone got their pre-season programme off to a winning start at Gayfield, with goals from Liam Craig and Kevin Moon securing the victory.

Forfar Athletic may switch to synthetic pitch

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Forfar could be the latest SFL club to move to a synthetic playing surface.

Forfar Athletic 0 Dundee United 2: United's injury fear for Robertson

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:55:00 +0100

Scott Robertson limped out of Saturday's Station Park pre-season friendly, in which Dundee United eased their way to victory over Forfar Athletic, to spark a midfield crisis ahead of the Tangerines' first competitive game.

Trialists will get their chance for St Johnstone against Arbroath

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:20:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes will put mystery trialists under the microscope on Monday night as Saints kick off their pre-season countdown at Arbroath.

Blackburn finally win battle for Goodwillie

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 11:24:00 +0100

Blackburn Rovers have been declared the winners of the roller-coaster race to sign Dundee United striker David Goodwillie.

Cardiff City leading the race for David Goodwillie's signature

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:21:00 +0100

Cardiff City and Blackpool have upped the ante in their respective attempts to sign Dundee United striker David Goodwillie.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre to use friendly against Livvi to increase players' sharpness

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 08:38:00 +0100

THE SPL's new boys, Dunfermline, are set to play their first pre-season friendly at Livingston , but manager Jim McIntyre won't be setting the bar high for his players as far as the result of the match is concerned.

Austin McCann insists even the captain will have to earn his place at Dunfermline

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:55:00 +0100

Austin McCann may be Dunfermline club captain, but the defender knows that won't afford him any special treatment when it comes to the business of nailing down a place for the start of the SPL.

St Johnstone's Murray Davidson laid low with a virus

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:26:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson will be playing catch-up after missing a few days' training because of a virus.

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson tells Rangers to put up or shut up

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:31:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has told Rangers to stump up the £2 million asking price for David Goodwillie or "forget it."

'I am not bitter ' — Pat Fenlon praises Peter Houston's achievements at Dundee United

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:37:00 +0100

Pat Fenlon has been happy to see Peter Houston prosper as Dundee United manager despite missing out on the job himself.

Barry Smith says Dundee FC would have to be down to the 'bare bones' before he'd pull his boots back on

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:36:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has put himself through the full rigours of pre-season training — but insists he's not planning on pulling his boots back on.

Dunfermline Athletic goalkeeper Chris Smith fit for weighty challenge

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:17:00 +0100

Dunfermline goalkeeper Chris Smith has shed almost two stone to give himself the best chance of keeping Paul Gallacher's hands off the Pars' number one jersey.

Rangers finally table bid for Goodwillie — but it's immediately rejected by Dundee United

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:13:00 +0100

Dundee United have rejected a seven-figure bid from Rangers for star striker David Goodwillie.

Gavin Swankie opts to stick with Arbroath

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:46:00 +0100

Gavin Swankie has signed a new one-year deal with Arbroath, despite a last-minute offer from Livingston.

Bohemians 1 Dundee United 1: Houston hails trip as fitting test

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:02:00 +0100

Dundee United signed off their pre-season trip to the Republic of Ireland with a draw against a decent Bohemians side in Dublin.

'Character runs' aplenty as Dunfermline shape up ahead of Austria trip

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:13:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre is not ashamed to admit that his pre-season philosophy has a dose of old school "evil necessity" about it.

McCoist interested but Rangers silent on Dundee United's star asset David Goodwillie

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:41:00 +0100

Dundee United have received no contact from Rangers in over a week regarding David Goodwillie despite their manager Ally McCoist publicly expressing his desire to sign the Tannadice frontman.

Barry Douglas confident Dundee United's next Europa League trip will be more straightforward than the Greek odyssey of AEK Athens

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:55:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Barry Douglas admits he wandered wide-eyed and innocent into the chaos that engulfed the club's last Euro adventure.

Peter Houston to face the man who almost took the top job at Dundee United

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:42:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston will tonight go head to head with the man who nearly took his job.

St Johnstone striker Sam Parkin relishing chance to shine following injury

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 09:15:00 +0100

Sam Parkin was one of the few survivors of the cull of St Johnstone strikers at the end of last season, and now he wants to ensure this year's crop of frontmen aren't tarred with the same brush as the goal-shy class of 2010/11.

Barry Smith concedes Dundee FC favourite Leigh Griffiths is unlikely to make Dens return

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 08:26:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith is looking at the loan market to bolster his squad for the new season, but has all but ruled out the possibility of former Dark Blues hero Leigh Griffiths returning to Dens Park.

Drogheda United 1 Dundee United 2: Goodwillie brilliance sinks dogged Drogheda

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:32:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie showed what all the transfer fuss is about with a piece of individual brilliance that secured a win in the first of their pre-season matches.

Craig Brewster 'going places' with Crawley Town

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 10:00:00 +0100

Former Dundee United player and manager Craig Brewster will end his six-month absence from the game when he becomes first-team coach at Crawley Town.

Rory McAllister leaves Brechin City for Peterhead

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:26:00 +0100

Brechin City boss Jim Weir has wished departing star striker Rory McAllister all the best after he completed his transfer to Peterhead at the weekend — but claimed his London-based agent "did nothing for him."

Cardiff City edge closer to David Goodwillie move

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:37:00 +0100

Cardiff City are edging closer to meeting Dundee United's asking price of £2 million for star striker David Goodwillie.

Falkirk FC interest stops Gavin Swankie from signing for Lichties

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +0100

Gavin Swankie was set to sign a new contract with Arbroath until 11th-hour interest from first division Falkirk made him stall on putting pen to paper.

McInnes feels David McCracken is arriving at St Johnstone at his prime

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:05:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has expressed his delight at snapping up imposing centre-half David McCracken.

'I have always wanted to come back' — Steven Milne pleased to be back home at Dundee FC

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:31:00 +0100

Steven Milne says the emotional pull of the club where he started his career as well as the respect he has for manager Barry Smith were the prime reasons for his return to Dundee.

Cardiff City interested in reuniting David Goodwillie with Craig Conway

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:45:00 +0100

Cardiff City have made a formal approach to Dundee United in a bid to sign star striker David Goodwillie.

Mark Wotte accepts SFA's challenge to restore Scottish football

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:17:00 +0100

The SFA has appointed Dutchman Mark Wotte as its first-ever performance director, and he has promised to restore Scottish football to its "former glory."

Dundee FC signing Jake Hyde aiming to play a big part in another promotion-winning season

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:06:00 +0100

Jake Hyde is hoping for a quickfire repeat of his first division title success last season with Dunfermline as he begins his second stint at Dundee.

St Johnstone to sign ex-Tannadice man David McCracken

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:47:00 +0100

St Johnstone are set to unveil former Dundee United defender David McCracken as their latest summer signing.

Stevie Crawford makes Forfar Athletic his 11th club

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:59:00 +0100

Former Scotland striker Stevie Crawford has signed for his 11th club, after agreeing a one-year deal with Forfar Athletic.

Dundee FC star Craig Forsyth buzzing over Hornets

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:04:00 +0100

Former Dundee star Craig Forsyth has spoken of his shock when Malky Mackay left Watford — just 24 hours after persuading him to join the English Championship side.

Football stars have no interest in Team GB at Olympics — Houston

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:33:00 +0100

Dundee United manager and Scotland assistant boss Peter Houston has backed the SFA's resolute opposition to the prospect of a Great Britain team playing in the Olympics.

Slask Wroclaw coach Lenczyk determined to avenge 1980 rout at Dundee United's hands

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:59:00 +0100

Slask Wroclaw coach Orest Lenczyk admits he wants revenge against Dundee United for the 7-2 hammering his team got the last time they visited Tannadice.

Arbroath boss in Falkingham signing coup

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:40:00 +0100

Paul Sheerin has pulled off a major signing coup after persuading Josh Falkingham to rejoin the club for next season.

Ex-Dundee United keeper expects physical battle from Slask Wroclaw

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100

Former Dundee United keeper Lukasz Zaluska has warned his old team they face a battle against Polish side Slask Wroclaw in next month's Europa League qualifier.

Ross Chisholm hopes move to Dundee FC can help his SPL ambitions

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:13:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has added another player to his squad for next season after snapping up Ross Chisholm from Arbroath.

St Johnstone in the hunt for prolific Rory McAllister

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:30:00 +0100

In-demand striker Rory McAllister has held talks with St Johnstone, Courier Sport understands.

Craig Conway following Malky Mackay to Cardiff City

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:46:00 +0100

Craig Conway will join Cardiff City after agreeing a three-year deal with the Championship side.

Raith Rovers boss plays the waiting game over signings

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:50:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is still waiting to find out whether his bid to bring in two SPL players on loan has been successful.

Rangers make inquiry for Dundee United's David Goodwillie

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 07:25:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has confirmed Rangers have made an inquiry about striker David Goodwillie.

'This is going to be a big test' — Dundee United will call on old friend to help prepare for Slask Wroclaw

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:01:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston admitted the Europa League draw could have been kinder after the Tangerines were paired with Polish side Slask Wroclaw.

Gary Harkins leaving Dundee for Kilmarnock

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:12:00 +0100

Dundee captain Gary Harkins has agreed to join Kilmarnock, honouring an agreement they struck with the former Partick Thistle man during the dark days of administration.

New signing Ryan Conroy sets sights on top flight with Dundee

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:38:00 +0100

New Dundee signing Ryan Conroy has revealed he would love to win promotion with the Dark Blues to show former boss Neil Lennon he made a big mistake letting him leave Parkhead.

Haber given second chance to impress at St Johnstone

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:31:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone loan striker Marcus Haber will join the Perth squad on their pre-season trip to Ireland, manager Derek McInnes has revealed.

John Potter agrees one-year Dunfermline Athletic deal

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:41:00 +0100

Another Buddie has returned to Dunfermline, with John Potter joining Paul Gallacher at East End Park after agreeing a one-year deal.

Harry MacLean defends Dundee FC's part in Forsyth saga

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:08:00 +0100

Dundee chief executive Harry MacLean has launched a staunch defence of his club's conduct during the transfer saga surrounding Craig Forsyth.

Gomis urges former Dundee United colleague to join him

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 07:24:00 +0100

Two key components of Dundee United's midfield engine over recent seasons may be about to be reunited at Birmingham City.

Division One fixtures: Raith Rovers handed tricky game

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 11:56:00 +0100

Raith Rovers begin life in Division One with a home fixture against Falkirk and while Stark's Park boss John McGlynn admits it will be vital to get points on the board quickly, he has also stressed the importance of his side's two cup ties prior to the league kick-off.

Division One fixtures: Dundee FC have tough task

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 10:50:00 +0100

Dundee face a daunting start to the season with four out of their first six matches being away from Dens — indeed, the Dark Blues have only three home games before October 15.

SPL fixture list: Dundee United face Sunday service

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 09:50:00 +0100

Dundee United will have to be at their Sunday best when they line up against Kilmarnock in their opening league fixture on July 24.

SPL fixture list: St Johnstone head for Aberdeen

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 09:10:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is relishing an opening-day visit to Aberdeen before welcoming his former club Rangers to the green, green new grass of home.

Dundee United await Europa League draw

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 08:32:00 +0100

Dundee United will be in a pot of 10 teams when the Europa League second qualifying round is made in Switzerland on Monday.

Gambler Paul Gallacher says Dunfermline Athletic SPL success on the cards

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 07:39:00 +0100

Dunfermline goalkeeper Paul Gallacher strolled the short distance from his house to East End Park to find out what surprises the new SPL fixture list would hit him with.

'Cult figure' Beau Busch predicted to become a fans' favourite at Gayfield

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:20:00 +0100

Arbroath fans are set to have a new cult hero next season after boss Paul Sheerin completed the signing of Australian defender Beau Busch.

Peterhead's new-found wealth not enough to lure Rory McAllister north

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:56:00 +0100

Former Brechin City striker Rory McAllister looks set to turn down the advances of big-spending Peterhead to fulfil his dream of returning to full-time football.

Crime writer Val McDermid provides a plot twist at Raith Rovers

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:58:00 +0100

Top crime writer Val McDermid will swap the world of murder and mayhem for the more sedate surroundings of the Stark's Park boardroom after being appointed a director of Raith Rovers.

Neigh bother — Leigh Griffiths says 'Big Horse' Craig Forsyth has pedigree for top level

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:03:00 +0100

Leigh Griffiths believes the sky's the limit for his former Dundee team-mate Craig Forsyth as he looks to secure a move to English Championship outfit Watford.

Morgaro Gomis opts for move to Birmingham

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 09:30:00 +0100

Former Dundee United star Morgaro Gomis has signed a two-year deal with English Championship side Birmingham City.

Dundee's Craig Forsyth set for Watford FC

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:49:00 +0100

Highly-rated youngster Craig Forsyth looks like he will move to Watford.

Sheerin hopes to hold on to Arbroath's star duo

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 09:32:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin has admitted he has not yet given up hope that star men Gavin Swankie and Josh Falkingham could yet be playing their football at Gayfield next season.

Forfar Athletic sign Chris Hegarty — and good news for Dick Campbell

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 08:51:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell has secured his first new player of the summer after persuading Chris Hegarty to sign up at Station Park for next season.

English sides vie with Rangers to sign Craig Conway

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 07:48:00 +0100

Rangers face fierce competition in their bid to lure former Dundee United winger Craig Conway to Ibrox for next season.

Dundee FC's Craig Forsyth back in the country and ready to decide his future

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:40:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith is bracing himself for the possible departure of star player Craig Forsyth.

New Kilmarnock boss Kenny Shiels on the hunt for Dundee FC's Gary Harkins

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:23:00 +0100

Dundee captain Gary Harkins will hold talks with his agent on his return from holiday at the weekend to discuss a possible move to SPL side Kilmarnock.

Dundee United gear up for hectic pre-season schedule ahead of return to European football

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:26:00 +0100

Dundee United's players may be counting down the days to the Europa League draw but there is a downside to entering continental competition in mid-July.

Dundee United's McCord brothers move to Alloa Athletic

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:13:00 +0100

New Alloa boss Paul Hartley has snapped up former Dundee United players and brothers Ross and Ryan McCord.

Partick Thistle move for Dundee target Neil McCann

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 09:31:00 +0100

Dundee may lose out on the signature of Neil McCann, with the player understood to be considering a move to Partick Thistle.

McGlynn sees SPL loan signings as best way to bolster Raith Rovers squad

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:48:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is set to step up his efforts to bring a couple of SPL players into the club on loan for next season.

Danny Swanson a doubt for Dundee United's pre-season

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:15:00 +0100

Dundee United playmaker Danny Swanson is facing a race against time as he bids to report back fit for pre-season training.

Jon Daly wants hat-trick of successful seasons for Dundee United

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 08:17:00 +0100

Jon Daly has issued a serious statement of intent to Dundee United's fans, targeting a hat-trick of successful seasons for the club.

Steven Doris re-signing a boost for Arbroath

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 10:01:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin has described the re-signing of influential midfielder Steven Doris as "massive" for their hopes of a successful season in the second division.

Bookies give Dunfermline poor odds of staying in SPL

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 08:09:00 +0100

Dunfermline have been installed as favourites to get relegated from the SPL next season before a ball has been kicked in anger.

Forfar Athletic pair Jamie Bishop and Greg Ross to stay at Station Park

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:19:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell has persuaded Jamie Bishop and Greg Ross to stay on at Station Park for another year.

Ex-Buddie John Potter keen on SPL duo's interest

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:59:00 +0100

Former St Mirren defender John Potter is well aware of speculation linking him with Dunfermline and St Johnstone, but he has insisted that neither club has made him an offer.

Raith Rovers striker John Baird looking for high-level action

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:39:00 +0100

The representative acting on behalf of Raith Rovers' John Baird has set the record straight over reports that the striker has demanded a move away from Stark's Park.

Goalkeeper Smith leading a Sainted existence

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 08:52:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone goalkeeper Graeme Smith has swapped one set of Saints for another.

Dunfermline Athletic capture former Scotland goalkeeper Paul Gallacher

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 08:09:00 +0100

Goalkeeper Paul Gallacher has signed up for a second stint at Dunfermline.

Ex-St Johnstone strikers move on to pastures new

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:39:00 +0100

Two former St Johnstone strikers who were released at the end of last season have joined new clubs.

Calum Woods waves goodbye to Dunfermline Athletic

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 10:21:00 +0100

Calum Woods hopes to achieve a dream double by winning back-to-back promotions after signing a two-year deal with Huddersfield Town.

Brechin City line up pre-season friendly against Aberdeen FC

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 09:26:00 +0100

Brechin City have secured a pre-season friendly against Craig Brown's Aberdeen side.

Aberdeen FC disappointed as Morgaro Gomis looks to the Championship

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 08:04:00 +0100

Morgaro Gomis has rejected the chance to move to Aberdeen.

Dundee FC's Lockwood 'put Drogba on his backside' in friendly

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 07:29:00 +0100

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood has revealed how his summer has proven to be out of this world.

Dundee FC preparing to welcome Steven Milne back to Dens

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:52:00 +0100

Former Dundee striker Steven Milne is returning to Dens Park seven years after leaving to try his luck in England.

Cardiff City interested in St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:14:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is understood to be shortlisted to manage Cardiff City — but no contact has been made with the McDiarmid Park club.

Battling Fife rivals were playing for jobs, says former Raith Rover Stephen Simmons

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 08:39:00 +0100

Former Raith Rovers midfielder Stephen Simmons has claimed that the Kirkcaldy club informed their players in January it was win or bust as far as beating Dunfermline to the first division title was concerned.

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson supportive of changes to SFA

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 07:31:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has hailed the root-and-branch reform of the SFA as the "biggest change" in Scottish football's history.

Financial pressures force Forfar FC to bump up prices for first time in five years

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 13:38:00 +0100

Forfar chairman Neill Wilson hopes fans will understand why they will have to pay more to watch their team next season.

Hilson to emulate friend and Dundee United team-mate David Goodwillie

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0100

They were brought up on the same streets and now Dale Hilson wants to follow David Goodwillie into the Dundee United first team.

Former Montrose FC manager Steven Tweed calls time on his playing days at senior level

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 10:59:00 +0100

Former Montrose player/manager Steven Tweed, who resigned from his position at Links Park in March due to the work commitments, has decided to call time on his senior playing career after more than two decades.

Gregory Tade to kick off SPL career at Inverness Caley Thistle

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 10:38:00 +0100

Raith Rovers striker Gregory Tade will be playing his football in the SPL next season with Inverness Caley Thistle.

Striker Jake Hyde to be unveiled by Dundee FC

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:33:00 +0100

Courier Sport understands Dundee are to unveil Jake Hyde as the latest addition to the Dens Park squad on Wednesday, with work still going on behind the scenes to add another player.

Dunfermline signing Andrew Barrowman is a man on a mission

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:07:00 +0100

An older and wiser Andrew Barrowman is intending to complete some unfinished business in the SPL next season after leaving Ross County for Dunfermline.

Dundee United squad was too small for Europe — Peter Houston

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 08:31:00 +0100

Boss Peter Houston believes it was a good thing his team were dumped out of Europe last season after just one tie.

St Johnstone boss has his eye on Gregory Tade

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 08:02:00 +0100

Gregory Tade has emerged as a possible transfer target for St Johnstone.

Dundee defensive pairing sign for another year

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:31:00 +0100

Gary Irvine and Matt Lockwood have both signed new one-year deals with the Dens Park club, boss Barry Smith has revealed.

Jim McLean — Jousting with giants

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 10:27:00 +0100

With Dundee University preparing to give former Dundee United manager an honorary degree, sports reporter Ian Roache pays tribute to a legend of Scottish football.

Brechin City dealings not finished as Buist and McManus sign up

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 09:31:00 +0100

Close season signing numbers eight and nine have been completed by Brechin City, with striker Paul McManus and defender Scott Buist joining up at Glebe Park.

Players must leave for more to come: Peter Houston assesses Dundee United transfer policy

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 09:05:00 +0100

Dundee United will have to sell before they can buy any more players for the new season.

New St Johnstone signing Frazer Wright looking forward to Perth tenure

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 08:33:00 +0100

Frazer Wright may have been in pain the last time he was at McDiarmid Park but he was right as rain in the sun when he returned to sign for St Johnstone.

SPL conflict over 10-team league can't go on—Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 08:02:00 +0100

The man leading the move away from the 10-team SPL proposal has conceded the league's image has been tarnished by the lack of agreement on the way forward for Scottish football.

Dunfermline sign striker Andrew Barrowman

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 07:31:00 +0100

Dunfermline's summer signing spree continued when manager Jim McIntyre snapped up striker Andrew Barrowman from Ross County on a two-year deal.

Dundee FC facing competition from Accies for defender

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:07:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith is understood to be facing serious competition from Hamilton Accies for the signature of defender Gary Irvine.

East Fife boss to welcome four new players

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:13:00 +0100

East Fife manager John Robertson expects to sign four new players at the weekend.

Arbroath FC's well-travelled Danny Griffin calls time on playing career

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:52:00 +0100

Man of many clubs Danny Griffin has decided to hang up his boots, bowing out on a high after helping Arbroath to their first-ever national trophy.

Ex-Dundee FC man Garry Brady signs for Brechin City

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:03:00 +0100

Former Dundee midfielder Garry Brady is the latest in a long line of Brechin summer signings.

Kilmarnock FC's SPL allure too much for Jimmy Nicholl

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:20:00 +0100

Courier Sport understands Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl will be confirmed as Kilmarnock assistant manager in the next few days.

Dunfermline secure Patrick Boyle from Partick

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:45:00 +0100

Jim McIntyre concluded his third piece of signing business of the week when he snapped up Patrick Boyle from Partick Thistle on a two-year deal.

Stephen Dobbie tipped for the top at Swansea City

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 08:19:00 +0100

Swansea's play-off hero Stephen Dobbie could make an even bigger impact in the English Premiership than last season's Scottish sensation, Charlie Adam, according to a former St Johnstone team-mate.

Irish sides chosen to test Dundee United's Euro mettle in pre-season

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 07:49:00 +0100

Dundee United will head to Dublin for a pre-season training camp in preparation for their European kick-off.

New man on board at Dunfermline Athletic

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:42:00 +0100

Dunfermline Athletic have appointed a new director to their board.

'Role model' secured in double Raith Rovers signing

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 10:49:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has expressed his delight after conducting a double piece of signing business.

Ex-Saint Duberry signs for Oxford United

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 10:02:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry has signed for Oxford United.

'The timing wasn't right' — Rutkiewicz picks Dunfermline over US clubs

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 08:15:00 +0100

Kevin Rutkiewicz has revealed he turned down the opportunity of Europa League football, as well as offers to play in the United States, to have another crack at the SPL with the Pars.

Staying at Dundee still an option for Craig Forsyth

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 07:43:00 +0100

Craig Forsyth's agent has revealed that the player could yet decide to stay with Dundee next season.

6-1 thrashing helped Dunfermline net Paul Burns

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:15:00 +0100

Paul Burns has revealed that a 6-1 thrashing at the hands of Dunfermline in April played a big part in his decision to join the Pars.

Ex-Saints man Cleveland Taylor finds new club

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:40:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone winger Cleveland Taylor has completed a move to Burton Albion.

Breakaway SPL teams shift focus to 14-team league

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:27:00 +0100

Scottish football is being urged to move its focus away from a proposed 10-team league to a 14-strong division following a meeting of eight SPL sides.

Brechin City set to sign defender Scott Buist from second division rivals Stirling Albion

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:37:00 +0100

Stirling Albion defender Scott Buist is expected to become Brechin City's seventh summer signing.

Graham Bayne a Dark Blue again

Tue, 31 May 2011 11:42:00 +0100

Graham Bayne has netted a happy hat-trick as he joined Dundee for the third time on a one-year deal.

Brechin City striker Rory McAllister keeping options open

Tue, 31 May 2011 10:27:00 +0100

Rory McAllister has confirmed a move to St Johnstone would appeal to him — but the Brechin City striker is keeping his options open.

Former Cowdenbeath FC skipper Mark Baxter signs for Lichties

Tue, 31 May 2011 10:05:00 +0100

Arbroath have pulled off something of a signing coup by persuading Mark Baxter to join them.

Dundee United denied Hunt windfall by Swansea City

Tue, 31 May 2011 09:22:00 +0100

Dundee United's dream of a £250,000 windfall was dashed at Wembley on Monday.

Nottingham Forest rumoured to be eyeing Saints manager Derek McInnes

Mon, 30 May 2011 08:57:00 +0100

A fresh wave of Derek McInnes speculation could be coming St Johnstone's way, after it was reported that Nottingham Forest have got the Perth boss on their shortlist as a possible future manager.

Gary Irvine waits to hear from SPL clubs before committing himself to Dundee FC

Mon, 30 May 2011 07:29:00 +0100

Gary Irvine has put back his decision on whether to stay with Dundee for a few days so he can hear what a couple of SPL clubs have to offer.

St Johnstone favourites to sign Rory McAllister from Brechin City

Fri, 27 May 2011 13:27:00 +0100

St Johnstone have emerged as favourites to sign Brechin City striker Rory McAllister.

Arbroath FC already looking ahead to next season

Fri, 27 May 2011 11:18:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin has begun the process of firming up his squad for life in Division Two next season.

Dunfermline boss McIntyre takes SFL manager of the year prize

Fri, 27 May 2011 10:34:00 +0100

Jim McIntyre was the toast of the Irn Bru Scottish Football League awards ceremony, winning the blue riband prize of first division manager of the year.

Dundee's doors always open to pundit Neil McCann

Fri, 27 May 2011 09:01:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has told Neil McCann the Dens Park door is always open to him.

Davidson happy to be back at St Johnstone

Fri, 27 May 2011 08:12:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has made his third signing of the summer after snapping up former Saints favourite Callum Davidson.

Former Dundee United striker Francisco Sandaza keen on SPL return

Thu, 26 May 2011 15:59:00 +0100

Former Dundee United striker Francisco Sandaza wants to continue his career in British football despite being released by Brighton and Hove Albion.

Leighton McIntosh sets new targets after successful start to Dundee FC career

Thu, 26 May 2011 13:13:00 +0100

Rising star Leighton McIntosh has vowed to build on the foundation he laid down during his debut season with Dundee.

Lichties set to light up ceremony as Arbroath players bid for awards glory

Thu, 26 May 2011 10:33:00 +0100

It is all about Arbroath in one of the categories at the Irn Bru awards ceremony tonight, with four Lichties vying for the third division player of the season prize.

Defender Keith Watson aiming to be fit for Dundee United's assault on Europe

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:58:00 +0100

Dundee United are hopeful of having right-back Keith Watson available for their Europa League campaign.

Striker Graham Bayne thankful to 'brilliant' Pars manager Jim McIntyre

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:14:00 +0100

Graham Bayne has thanked Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre for giving him the chance to prove he can do a job for the Pars in the SPL next season.

St Johnstone defender Danny Grainger forms part of Hearts' triple-player swoop

Thu, 26 May 2011 07:32:00 +0100

St Johnstone full-back Danny Grainger has signed for SPL rivals Hearts.

Price of renewing St Johnstone season tickets frozen

Wed, 25 May 2011 10:10:00 +0100

St Johnstone fans who renew their season tickets will have the price frozen after chairman Geoff Brown admitted postponements caused "significant inconvenience" during the campaign just ended.

Brechin City likely to lose striker Rory McAllister

Wed, 25 May 2011 09:30:00 +0100

Brechin striker Rory McAllister has told his manager Jim Weir he is "unlikely" to be playing his football at Glebe Park next season.

Grant Murray not yet confirmed for Raith Rovers duties next season

Wed, 25 May 2011 08:40:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is still waiting to find out whether club captain Grant Murray will be playing at Stark's Park next season.

Willo Flood back where he belongs — at Dundee United

Wed, 25 May 2011 07:07:00 +0100

Willo Flood cast his eyes across the Tannadice pitch after booking a return ticket to Dundee United and declared, "I am back where I belong."

Double signing leaves Brechin City boss buzzing

Tue, 24 May 2011 08:48:00 +0100

Brechin City manager Jim Weir has wasted no time in improving his squad for next season by signing two full-backs from Alloa Athletic.

Craig Conway hails Willo Flood's capture by Dundee United

Tue, 24 May 2011 08:17:00 +0100

Dundee United's swoop for Willo Flood has been hailed as "an amazing piece of business" by outgoing Tannadice star Craig Conway.

Peter Houston dismisses Newcastle FC boss Alan Pardew's SPL slur

Tue, 24 May 2011 07:06:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has defended Scottish football against a verbal attack by Newcastle boss Alan Pardew.

Arbroath FC's history makers sure to be recognised at end-of-season awards night

Mon, 23 May 2011 15:25:00 +0100

Arbroath's championship-winning side are in the running for a hat-full of prizes at the Irn-Bru End of Season Awards on Thursday.

Brechin City 1 Ayr United 2 (agg. 2-3): City suffer more play-off agony

Mon, 23 May 2011 10:39:00 +0100

Brechin City suffered first division play-off agony for the second season in succession when they were beaten 2-1 by Ayr United at Glebe Park.

Derby win for Arbroath Sporting Club adds bittersweet moment to club's farewell

Mon, 23 May 2011 09:27:00 +0100

Arbroath Sporting Club's proud history reached a sad conclusion as the team's final 90 minutes were played out on the town's Seaton Park.

Dundee United head for Europe — and Willo Flood's coming too

Mon, 23 May 2011 08:42:00 +0100

Dundee United supporters have two reasons to celebrate, with the club heading into Europe and the imminent return to Tannadice of fans' favourite Willo Flood.

Celtic players back Neil Lennon amid Scottish Cup glory

Mon, 23 May 2011 07:30:00 +0100

Neil Lennon ended a turbulent first full season in charge of Celtic as a winner then got overwhelming backing from his players to continue as manager.

Rallying call to Brechin City for final push in memorable season

Sat, 21 May 2011 08:19:00 +0100

A win against Ayr United FC tomorrow afternoon would cap what could arguably be described as Brechin City's greatest ever season.

Dundee United's cup final prize may be ticket to Europe

Sat, 21 May 2011 07:27:00 +0100

Dundee United's players will be watching the Scottish Cup final with interest today... and it will not just be to see who takes over from them as holders.

Montrose boss Farningham releases seven players

Fri, 20 May 2011 14:24:00 +0100

Ray Farningham has decided to release seven players as he begins his preparations for his first full season in charge of the club.

I do — Rab Douglas accepts offer to extend his Dundee FC love affair

Fri, 20 May 2011 12:34:00 +0100

Dundee keeper Rab Douglas pledged his future to the Dark Blues — then thanked them for rekindling his romance with football.

Brechin City boss Jim Weir irked by late line-up change

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:50:00 +0100

Boss Jim Weir has revealed he had to change his team line up for Wednesday night's play-off final first leg against Ayr United just 90 minutes before kick-off.

Former Raith Rovers defender Jonathan Smart decides to leave East Fife

Fri, 20 May 2011 08:40:00 +0100

East Fife defender Jonathan Smart has turned down the offer of a new contract at the Methil club and will move on.

New St Johnstone striker Sean Higgins back where it all started

Fri, 20 May 2011 08:06:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has made his second close-season raid across Tayside by capturing Dundee's top scorer Sean Higgins.

Former Dundee United player Morgaro Gomis backing David Goodwillie to be a star

Fri, 20 May 2011 07:02:00 +0100

Confidence will be the key to success at the highest level for in-demand Dundee United striker David Goodwillie.

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville taking summer break from 'all-consuming' role

Thu, 19 May 2011 14:14:00 +0100

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville has decided to take an extended sabbatical from the club over the summer.

Ayr United 1 Brechin City 1: City survive onslaught to snatch late leveller

Thu, 19 May 2011 10:07:00 +0100

A dramatic late equaliser at Somerset Park gave Brechin a great chance of winning this first division play-off.

Celtic and Rangers thought to be eyeing Dundee United striker David Goodwillie

Thu, 19 May 2011 09:32:00 +0100

The Old Firm could be set to battle it out for the signature of Dundee United's David Goodwillie.

Dundee FC's central defensive pairing agree new contracts

Thu, 19 May 2011 08:41:00 +0100

Dundee received a double boost as central defenders Rhys Weston and Craig McKeown agreed new contracts at the club.

Eight Dunfermline Athletic players sign on to join Pars in SPL adventure

Thu, 19 May 2011 08:08:00 +0100

Eight members of Dunfermline's first division championship-winning squad agreed new deals to stay at the club, as it gears up for life in the SPL.

Rhys Weston signs on for longer at Dundee FC

Wed, 18 May 2011 13:19:00 +0100

Dundee have received a major boost with confirmation that influential defender Rhys Weston has decided to sign a new deal with the club.

Dundee United signing John Rankin pleased to shut door on Hibs misery

Wed, 18 May 2011 11:54:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has made his first signing of the summer by snapping up former Hibs player John Rankin on a two-year deal.

Axed Craig Wilson bears no ill-will towards former club Raith Rovers

Wed, 18 May 2011 08:36:00 +0100

Former Raith Rovers player Craig Wilson insists he harbours no hard feelings towards the club despite being shown the Stark's Park exit.

Ayr United v Brechin City: Jim Weir wants promotion as tribute to Steve Mitchell

Wed, 18 May 2011 07:24:00 +0100

Brechin City head into tonight's first division play-off final first leg as a club in mourning after the shock death of one of their former directors.

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl looks for assurances from Donald Findlay QC

Tue, 17 May 2011 18:54:00 +0100

Jimmy Nicholl looked for crisis talks with chairman Donald Findlay following the club's relegation to the second division at the weekend.

Raith Rovers sign Brian Graham from Morton

Tue, 17 May 2011 14:25:00 +0100

Rover boss John McGlynn has bolstered his threadbare squad by signing striker Brian Graham from Morton.

Crystal Palace emerge as favourites to snap up Dundee's Craig Forsyth

Tue, 17 May 2011 12:12:00 +0100

Crystal Palace look set to clinch the signature of highly-rated Dundee midfielder Craig Forsyth.

David Robertson relieved to see Saints boss did not go marching off

Tue, 17 May 2011 11:17:00 +0100

St Johnstone recruit David Robertson has admitted he was relieved to hear that new manager Derek McInnes decided to reject an offer from Brentford just days after he had agreed to make the switch from Dundee United to Perth.

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has reasons to be cheerful

Tue, 17 May 2011 08:52:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has hailed his club for overcoming adversity to enjoy another fine season in the SPL.

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes wields the axe

Tue, 17 May 2011 07:58:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes revealed the players who will be leaving McDiarmid Park.

Campbell furious over ref as Forfar falter in semi-final

Mon, 16 May 2011 13:14:00 +0100

Dick Campbell signed off for the season by aiming a verbal volley at referee Brian Winter and issuing a play-off final warning to Ayr.

Cowdenbeath 0 Brechin City 2 (agg. 2-4): City building momentum for Ayr raid

Mon, 16 May 2011 10:53:00 +0100

Craig 'Tiger' Molloy's eyes were burning bright as he stated his hope that Brechin City have built up sufficient momentum to propel them all the way to the first division.

Dundee United 2 Hearts 1: emotional end of era for Terrors

Mon, 16 May 2011 08:49:00 +0100

There were tears at Tannadice, even though it was a happy silver anniversary for Dundee United.

St Mirren 0 St Johnstone 0: striker Peter MacDonald tells of amazing time at Perth club

Mon, 16 May 2011 07:24:00 +0100

Long-serving striker Peter MacDonald ended a decade's service with St Johnstone and admitted he needs a fresh start to get the goals to start flowing again.

Ayr United v Forfar: Campbell realistic about Loons' play-off chances

Sat, 14 May 2011 11:16:00 +0100

Forfar manager Dick Campbell has admitted his team need a miracle if they are to overturn a three-goal deficit and progress to the first division play-off final.

Cowdenbeath v Brechin: Triple signing boost for the Hedgemen

Sat, 14 May 2011 08:53:00 +0100

Brechin were handed a triple boost ahead of today's first division play-off semi-final second leg at Cowdenbeath.

Dundee pair are in Dunfermline FC's sights

Sat, 14 May 2011 08:39:00 +0100

Newly-promoted Dunfermline are believed to be planning to lure Rhys Weston and Nicky Riley from Dundee.

St Mirren v St Johnstone: Grainger hoping to be fit for Saints swansong

Sat, 14 May 2011 08:11:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Danny Grainger is keeping his fingers crossed that he wins the nod from manager Derek McInnes today so he can pull on a Saints jersey one last time.

Dundee United saved me from footballing scrapheap — Buaben

Sat, 14 May 2011 07:29:00 +0100

Prince Buaben admits that if Dundee United had not rescued him from the footballing scrapheap, he could have been lost to the game for good.

April young player award a timely boost for Leighton McIntosh

Fri, 13 May 2011 13:56:00 +0100

Young Dundee striker Leighton McIntosh has received the perfect pick-me-up after being forced to pull out of the Scotland under-19 squad through injury by being named the Irn-Bru phenomenal young player of the month for April.

Thank you 'will never be enough' — Dundee FC out of administration and looking up

Fri, 13 May 2011 12:24:00 +0100

Afer Dundee finally emerged from administration on Thursday, chief executive Harry MacLean predicted that the players' experience of battling the odds to keep the club in existence will stand them in good stead for a first division title tilt next season.

Five players released by East Fife

Fri, 13 May 2011 10:31:00 +0100

East Fife have confirmed that five players have been allowed to leave the club— including veteran striker Jim Hamilton and midfielder Shaun Fagan.

Chance for St Johnstone to see the full Moon

Fri, 13 May 2011 10:00:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Kevin Moon has signed a new six-month contract in the hope of proving to the club he is finally over a devastating knee injury.

Raith Rovers to lose top scorer John Baird

Fri, 13 May 2011 08:59:00 +0100

Raith Rovers fans have been hit with another hammer blow after it was revealed that star striker John Baird wants to move away from Stark's Park.

Mission accomplished: Dundee FC out of administration

Fri, 13 May 2011 08:18:00 +0100

Seven months of heartache and uncertainty came to an end on Thursday when Dundee FC came out of administration.

Derek McInnes rejects Brentford and focuses on St Johnstone business

Fri, 13 May 2011 07:28:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes insisted it was business as usual at McDiarmid Park as he agonised over a move to manage English League One side Brentford.

'There will be a reduction in all areas of the club budget' — Raith Rovers chief lays it out

Thu, 12 May 2011 14:24:00 +0100

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville has given an open and honest assessment of the stark financial realities facing the Kirkcaldy club.

Watson reflects on 'tremendous' season for Dundee United — but Scottish Cup exit still niggles

Thu, 12 May 2011 12:19:00 +0100

Dundee United right-back Keith Watson hopes to have European football to look forward to as he recuperates from surgery.

Leighton McIntosh signs new Dundee FC deal

Thu, 12 May 2011 09:54:00 +0100

Dundee starlet Leighton McIntosh has signed a new deal with the Dark Blues in the latest bit of business concluded by manager Barry Smith.

St Johnstone fans relieved as McInnes signals intention to stay

Thu, 12 May 2011 09:01:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes will not be leaving the Perth club to take over the vacant manager's position at Brentford.

Forfar 1 Ayr United 4: Ayr feast on Loons errors

Thu, 12 May 2011 08:15:00 +0100

Forfar's hopes of stepping up to the first division lie in tatters after Ayr United tore the dream script to shreds at Station Park.

Brechin City 2 Cowdenbeath 2: Fightback leaves all to play for

Thu, 12 May 2011 07:42:00 +0100

Rarely has the much-maligned phrase "a game of two halves" more accurately summed up a contest than at the remarkable Division One play-off semi-final first leg at Glebe Park between Brechin and Cowdenbeath.

15 freed as Raith Rovers plan for another year in the first division

Wed, 11 May 2011 15:23:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have confirmed 15 players are leaving the Stark's Park club.

Brechin City v Cowdenbeath: both sides agree last year's play-off result plays no part

Wed, 11 May 2011 13:13:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl insists last season's play-off success against Brechin City will count for nothing as the two sides prepare to meet again tonight.

Forfar Athletic v Ayr United: Loons at full strength

Wed, 11 May 2011 12:35:00 +0100

Forfar are at full strength and ready for the start of their bid to write another exciting chapter in the club's history.

Dundee FC manager Barry Smith hopes to inspire others to sign up for SPL bid

Wed, 11 May 2011 11:47:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has agreed a new three-year deal, and influential midfielder Stephen O'Donnell has also pledged his future to the Dens Park club.

Rangers 2 Dundee United 0: Tangerines' Euro hopes now rest with Old Firm

Wed, 11 May 2011 10:29:00 +0100

Dundee United will now need to count on the Old Firm in order to qualify for Europe after defeat at Ibrox meant they will finish the SPL season in fourth place.

Swansea join chase for Dundee United's Prince Buaben

Wed, 11 May 2011 09:33:00 +0100

Swansea have joined Brighton in the race to sign Dundee United midfielder Prince Buaben.

St Johnstone 1 Hamilton 0: Saints doom 10-man Accies to relegation

Wed, 11 May 2011 07:58:00 +0100

The late season St Johnstone revival continued at McDiarmid Park with a victory for the Perth men that helped relegate their opponents to the first division.

Gregory Tade admits lure of SPL is behind decision to leave Raith Rovers

Tue, 10 May 2011 13:50:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Gregory Tade has confirmed he will be leaving the club when his contract runs out next month.

Rangers v Dundee United: Tangerines ridicule any suggestion they won't compete at Ibrox

Tue, 10 May 2011 11:16:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Scott Severin has told Celtic boss Neil Lennon the Hoops will have no one to blame but themselves should Rangers be crowned champions.

Brentford told to try harder if they want to claim Saints manager Derek McInnes

Tue, 10 May 2011 10:53:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has turned down an initial offer from Brentford to take over at the English League One club.

Dundee FC board for post-administration era unveiled

Tue, 10 May 2011 08:37:00 +0100

Dundee FC have revealed the make-up of the board that will lead the club in the post-administration era.

St Johnstone v Hamilton Accies: Saints will show no leniency to relegation-threatened opponents

Tue, 10 May 2011 08:12:00 +0100

St Johnstone can send Hamilton Accies down to the first division at McDiarmid Park tonight, but Perth midfielder Jamie Adams has insisted there's no room for sentiment as they seek to finish their home league campaign on a high.

Kenneth says Dundee United need no lectures in commitment from Neil Lennon

Mon, 09 May 2011 14:15:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth has dismissed Neil Lennon's Parkhead paranoia ahead of the Tannadice club's clash with Rangers on Tuesday night.

St Johnstone chief says Derek McInnes can do better than Brentford

Mon, 09 May 2011 12:03:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown defiantly insisted he is not giving up manager Derek McInnes without a fight after English League One outfit Brentford made an official approach for the highly-rated young boss.

Aberdeen 0 St Johnstone 2: Saints ending season in blistering form

Mon, 09 May 2011 12:02:00 +0100

If Derek McInnes departs for England to manage Brentford then whoever succeeds him will inherit an impressive squad of players, based on the evidence of this emphatic win against Aberdeen.

Queen of the South 3 Dundee 0: Dark Blues chiefs hail team's spirit

Mon, 09 May 2011 10:59:00 +0100

Dundee may have failed to end a rollercoaster season with the win they wanted but boss Barry Smith and chief executive Harry McLean joined forces to praise the collective will which has carried the club through a turbulent campaign.

Arbroath 3 Elgin City 5: Defeat can't spoil Lichties' league-winning party

Mon, 09 May 2011 09:08:00 +0100

Arbroath's 2010-11 championship-winning season has gone into the 133-year-old Gayfield annals — bookended by the astonishing coincidence of 5-3 results against Elgin City.

Dunfermline Athletic 3 Falkirk FC 0: Fifers win in style to lift trophy on Par-fect day

Mon, 09 May 2011 08:37:00 +0100

Dunfermline put the Par into party as they celebrated being back in the SPL in superb style at East End Park.

Dundee United 4 Motherwell 0: United now have it all to play for

Mon, 09 May 2011 07:52:00 +0100

Over the last couple of months there appeared to be three certainties in life — Hamilton would go down from the SPL, Hearts would finish third and St Johnstone wouldn't score. How times have changed.

Dunfermline Athletic captain Austin McCann to miss title-winning Pars' Magaluf trip

Mon, 09 May 2011 07:26:00 +0100

As the triumphant Dunfermline players fly out to Majorca today for a sunshine break, they will be without the man who actually lifted the first division trophy on Saturday.

Queen of the South v Dundee FC: Gary Irvine is in no hurry to sign up

Sat, 07 May 2011 09:45:00 +0100

Dundee defender Gary Irvine has admitted that he made a wrong decision when it came to signing a new contract in the recent past, so he'll not be rushing into making his mind up on where he'll be playing his football next season.

Dundee United vs Motherwell FC: David Robertson wants to leave on a high

Sat, 07 May 2011 09:20:00 +0100

Dundee United's David Robertson admits he has some unfinished business to attend to before he heads for the Tannadice exit.

Queen's Park v Montrose: Farmington optimistic for the future

Sat, 07 May 2011 08:30:00 +0100

Montrose boss Ray Farningham has set his sights firmly on the second division play-offs for next season as he aims to continue his impressive run at Links Park.

Partick Thistle v Raith Rovers: Wilson lacks home comfort

Sat, 07 May 2011 08:20:00 +0100

There has been little home comfort for Raith Rovers' Craig Wilson since the Kirkcaldy club missed out on promotion to arch rivals Dunfermline last weekend.

Aberdeen FC vs St Johnstone: Craig chasing goals award

Sat, 07 May 2011 07:27:00 +0100

Liam Craig was the man to end St Johnstone's embarrassing goal drought and now he wants to change the name on the club's top scorer's trophy.

Arbroath v Elgin City: party time at Gayfield

Sat, 07 May 2011 06:41:00 +0100

It will be party time at Gayfield this Saturday as Arbroath are presented with the first championship trophy in the club's 133-year history.

Dunfermline v Falkirk: emotions to run high on gala occasion

Sat, 07 May 2011 06:00:00 +0100

It will be an emotional occasion for everyone associated with Dunfermline this Saturday as they lift the first division championship in front of their own fans at East End Park.

Three players commit to East Fife's cause

Fri, 06 May 2011 16:39:00 +0100

East Fife manager John Robertson has continued to build his squad ahead of next season by retaining the services of three more players.

Raith Rovers players evaluated ahead of Jags encounter

Fri, 06 May 2011 14:43:00 +0100

Raith boss John McGlynn is weighing up whether his players were fully fit — physically and mentally — to face Partick Thistle at Firhill tomorrow.

Passing resemblance in Dunfermline FC's SPL approach

Fri, 06 May 2011 12:14:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre had promised to take the Pars' passing game up to the SPL with them next season.

Dundee United boss Peter Houston pays tribute to model pro Darren Dods

Fri, 06 May 2011 10:30:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has paid tribute to "model pro" Darren Dods as the big defender prepares to exit Tannadice.

Dundee United chairman says club is facing heavy pressure to support 10-team SPL

Fri, 06 May 2011 09:58:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has revealed his club have come under intense pressure to back a 10-team league — even being threatened with a breakaway set-up not involving them.

Suitors yet to make their move for St Johnstone star Murray Davidson

Fri, 06 May 2011 09:07:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has stressed there have been no offers for prize asset Murray Davidson.

Barry Smith insists there's no point to prove as Dundee FC face final game of the season

Fri, 06 May 2011 08:11:00 +0100

A win against Queen of the South on Saturday will ensure Dundee finish the first division campaign having won more points than any other team in the league — including title winners Dunfermline.

Partick Thistle v Raith Rovers: Kirkcaldy boss McGlynn up for Jags clash

Thu, 05 May 2011 17:16:00 +0100

John McGlynn and his players may have missed out on promotion to their archrivals Dunfermline but they are still determined to end the campaign on a high by beating Partick Thistle on Saturday.

Ross County v Cowdenbeath: Blue Brazil torn between tactics

Thu, 05 May 2011 15:03:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl admits he is in two minds about how to approach his side's final game of the normal season against Ross County on Saturday.

Sean Dillon surprised but delighted to be Dundee United fans' pick

Thu, 05 May 2011 11:52:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie has been cleaning up at awards ceremonies in the last few days, and team-mate Sean Dillon has admitted he was shocked to be chosen ahead of the £2 million-rated striker as the Tannadice fans' player of the year.

Derek McInnes confirms David Robertson move to St Johnstone

Thu, 05 May 2011 10:54:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has confirmed that Dundee United midfielder David Robertson is set to sign for Saints.

Dundee derby back on agenda

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:54:00 +0100

The fund-raising derby between Dundee and Dundee United that was postponed because of the Arctic weather in December could now take place this summer.

Chris Smith hoping for new Dunfermline FC contract

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:17:00 +0100

Dunfermline keeper Chris Smith is among the big group of out-of-contract Pars players waiting to hear if manager Jim McIntyre will deal them in for next season's return to the SPL.

Memorable season ends with medals from both sides of the border for former Par Willie Gibson

Wed, 04 May 2011 17:19:00 +0100

Dunfermline's former flying winger Willie Gibson has hit the jackpot after winning league championship medals on both sides of the border.

Brechin City boss believes McAllister prefers England move

Wed, 04 May 2011 14:14:00 +0100

Brechin City manager Jim Weir believes that if star striker Rory McAllister decides to move on in the summer it will be to England rather than the SPL.

Dundee FC striker Leighton McIntosh gets U19 Scotland call-up

Wed, 04 May 2011 10:43:00 +0100

Dundee's teenage striker Leighton McIntosh has received a call-up to the Scotland Under-19 squad, which will travel to play two friendlies against Denmark next week.

Dundee United's David Robertson to seek new challenge with St Johnstone

Wed, 04 May 2011 09:49:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder David Robertson is set to sign for Tayside rivals St Johnstone.

Paul Sheerin hopes to end Arbroath FC's season on a high

Wed, 04 May 2011 09:28:00 +0100

The reality of becoming a championship-winning boss so early in his fledgling managerial career will only begin to hit home when Paul Sheerin holds the division three trophy aloft.

Dundee United's David Goodwillie celebrates his second award

Wed, 04 May 2011 07:04:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie has been celebrating after scoring another award success.

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes wants renewed enthusiasm from his players

Tue, 03 May 2011 09:32:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes wants his players to embark on next season's SPL campaign as if it is their first.

Manager says player of the year Baird will remain a Raith Rover

Tue, 03 May 2011 08:46:00 +0100

First division player of the year John Baird will still be a Raith Rovers player next season, manager John McGlynn insists.

Dundee United's Peter Houston still has eyes on third place

Tue, 03 May 2011 08:22:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has still not written off his side's chances of finishing third in the SPL.

Draw finalises arrangements for SFL play-offs

Tue, 03 May 2011 07:53:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath will have home advantage in the second leg of the relegation/promotion play-off final if they make it through, after lots were drawn by Scottish Football League officials.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre is told he'll have more to spend next year

Tue, 03 May 2011 07:14:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has been told how much money will be available to him to strengthen his squad for their return to the SPL.

Forfar plant market to reinforce 'keep it local' message

Mon, 02 May 2011 12:49:00 +0100

A new flower market could see Angus gardens blooming with the very best of local produce.

Raith Rovers 0 Queen of the South 1: Heartbroken Rovers face up to cuts

Mon, 02 May 2011 11:06:00 +0100

After having their first division title chances dashed, the big fear for Raith fans is they are to experience more pain as this group of players who have achieved so much is broken up.

Dundee 3 Partick Thistle 2: Dark Blues' traumatic season marked with a party in the sun

Mon, 02 May 2011 10:11:00 +0100

It may not have been the title-winning party Dundee and their supporters craved when the season started back in August. But after arguably the most turbulent period in their history the Dark Blues partied long into the night after defeating Partick Thistle on Saturday.

Morton 0 Dunfermline 2: Austin McCann says team spirit key as Pars secure First Division title

Mon, 02 May 2011 09:04:00 +0100

Given the influence Martin Hardie has had on Dunfermline's surge towards the title, Pars fans arriving at Cappielow on Saturday could have been forgiven a degree of anxiety when their talisman's name wasn't on the teamsheet.

Celtic 4 Dundee United 1: Hoops make it hard work for United

Mon, 02 May 2011 08:40:00 +0100

Dundee United laboured in the May Day sunshine at Celtic Park on Sunday, with the title-hungry Hoops forcing them to put in a hard shift.

Jim McIntyre says keeping the faith has put Dunfermline Athletic back into SPL

Mon, 02 May 2011 07:21:00 +0100

Keeping faith with a squad that came up well short last season was the key to securing the First Division title for Dunfermline this time around, according to Pars boss Jim McIntyre.

Celtic v Dundee United: Sean Dillon well aware of tough Parkhead task

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 09:40:00 +0100

He has demonstrated just why the Old Firm can't afford to take wins for granted in the SPL title run-in, but Dundee United defender Sean Dillon is still expecting a tough time at Celtic Park.

Raith Rovers v Queen of the South — It ain't over till it's over

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 08:47:00 +0100

A certain fat lady may already be warming up her vocal chords but Raith Rovers' Laurie Ellis insists the first division title race isn't over just yet.

Dundee FC v Partick Thistle: Dens men determined to sign off with victory

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 08:32:00 +0100

Today will be just that little bit special for Dundee and their supporters, as the club aim to mark survival in the first division with a win over Partick Thistle in their last home game of the season.

Dunfermline Athletic v Morton: Kevin Rutkiewicz cautious over Pars' championship coronation

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 07:45:00 +0100

Yesterday was all about a royal wedding, but today it could be a Dunfermline coronation.

St Johnstone supporters warned about upcoming 'poor' financial results by chairman Geoff Brown

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 07:17:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown has warned that the club are set to announce a dire set of financial results.

Dunfermline FC need one more win to cross finish line to SPL

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:40:00 +0100

All season Jim McIntyre has been preaching to his Dunfermline players that the next match is the most important one. Never will that be truer than at Greenock on Saturday.

Raith Rovers to give fans a hand at Queens game

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 13:38:00 +0100

John McGlynn has asked the club's fans to turn out in their thousands for Saturday's game against Queen of the South so the players and management can say a big thank you for their backing this season.

Dundee United boss targets nine more points from the season

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 09:49:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has set his players the target of surpassing last year's points total.

McInnes zeroing in on St Johnstone's transfer targets

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 08:50:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes is confident he'll be unveiling new signings for next season before this one is finished.

Jackson's administration assurance for Dundee FC fans

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 08:18:00 +0100

Dundee FC administrator Bryan Jackson has assured fans that a snag in a share option transfer will merely delay the club's exit from administration.

Dundee United aiming to complete Glasgow double against Celtic

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:11:00 +0100

Dundee United started April with a famous win against one half of the Old Firm in Glasgow — now they're looking to repeat the trick in May against the other.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith sets Dens Park men new target

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 08:43:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has asked his players to keep up the momentum until the curtain comes down on the season.

Rangers Supporters Trust accuses ArabTRUST of 'Hun' comments

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 07:38:00 +0100

The Rangers Supporters Trust has responded to ArabTRUST's reporting of Light Blues' fans for alleged sectarian singing by making an allegation of its own.

Graham Bayne woken from injury nightmare by dream return to Dunfermline Athletic

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 07:02:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Graham Bayne admits he was pinching himself when he came on as a substitute in front of more than 11,000 fans in last weekend's vital Fife derby.

Expectations soaring as Dunfermline Athletic close in on glory

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:39:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre is confident his team can cope with the high burden of expectation when they travel to play Morton this weekend with the first division title within their grasp.

Invincibile in the dark over blankety-blank St Johnstone

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 09:52:00 +0100

Danny Invincibile has admitted St Johnstone's players are at a loss to explain why they have turned into the team that can't score goals.

Cowdenbeath FC cut prices for fans in survival battle

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:36:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath fans are being urged to take advantage of cut-price admission and roar the team on as they strive for survival in the first division.

Houston happy with Dundee United's achievements this season

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:21:00 +0100

There may not be the reward of a European place at the end of it as there was last May, but Dundee United manager Peter Houston believes that finishing fourth in the SPL this season would be a more impressive accomplishment than their third in the previous campaign.

Dundee FC players to thank fans for their support

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 07:01:00 +0100

Dundee's players are relishing the chance to say a big thank you to their fans for helping them beat the drop.

Cowdenbeath FC's Jimmy Nicholl in dark over venue decision

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:54:00 +0100

Cowden boss Jimmy Nicholl has expressed his displeasure at the SFL's decision to move Ross County's twice-abandoned match against Queen of the South to a neutral venue.

Brechin City must 'finish job off' in league — Weir

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 12:47:00 +0100

Brechin City manager Jim Weir has called on his senior pros to help turn around a late-season slump that is threatening to sink their promotion hopes.

Raith Rovers' hopes pinned on receiving a rub of the green from Morton

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:22:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is hoping that Greenock Morton can prove to be party poopers at the weekend when they take on table-topping Dunfermline.

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson would vote 'no' against 10-team SPL

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:50:00 +0100

A Dundee United board meeting has firmed up the club's stance against a 10-team SPL.

Arbroath FC target top-four place in second division

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:01:00 +0100

Ambitious Arbroath FC board members have set their sights on a top-four spot in the second division next season in the wake of the club's first-ever championship success.

St Johnstone 0 Inverness CT 3: another blank day for Saints

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:20:00 +0100

St Johnstone's chronic inability to find the net hit a new low on Monday night, with the McDiarmid Park men passing the 1000-minute mark without one of their own players scoring an SPL goal.

Dundee FC still have point to prove after 'mission impossible' — Lockwood

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:58:00 +0100

Dundee's Matt Lockwood has revealed that having successfully completed their "mission impossible" and secured division one safety, the club's players have another assignment to fulfil before the season ends-to prove they are the true league champions.

Arbroath FC celebrate first title in 133 years

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:22:00 +0100

Arbroath FC's long-serving committee spoke of their delight after the club secured its first-ever league championship, with chairman John Christison declaring, "We'll have to buy a trophy cabinet!"

Brechin FC 0 Forfar Athletic 1: Play-off place for determined Loons

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:08:00 +0100

Forfar clinched their place in the play-offs with a 1-0 win over Angus neighbours Brechin. The result leaves Brechin clinging on to fourth spot in the league and still with it all to do to clinch their own play-off berth.

St Johnstone v Inverness Caley Thistle: Incentives for Maybury

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 11:21:00 +0100

For one reason or another all the St Johnstone players taking the field against Inverness Caledonian Thistle tonight — and in the club's remaining SPL fixtures — will have personal incentives, according to defender Alan Maybury.

East Fife FC remain promotion play-off hopefuls

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:34:00 +0100

East Fife remain contenders for a promotion play-off spot after dumping Peterhead into division three.

Arbroath FC 4 Montrose FC 1: Lichties make history

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:32:00 +0100

Arbroath's players made history on Saturday by winning the first championship in the club's 133-year history with a comprehensive victory over bitter rivals Montrose at Gayfield.

Dundee United 4 Kilmarnock FC 2: sparkling show from Tangerines

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 07:52:00 +0100

Dundee United played their best football of the season as they all but wrapped up fourth spot in the SPL by comfortably beating Kilmarnock on Saturday.

Dunfermline Athletic 2 Raith Rovers 1: laurels for Pars hero Hardie

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0100

The Dunfermline dressing room has several survivors from the latest and greatest end-of-season drama the first division has ever seen, when it took an injury-time Gretna goal to deny St Johnstone promotion to the SPL four years ago.

Kit supplier Umbro signs Cowdenbeath FC deal

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 18:01:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath have announced a new kit deal for next season with Umbro.

Scotland's oldest junior club East Craigie FC in danger of folding

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 14:59:00 +0100

Scotland's oldest junior football club are in danger of closing. Formed in 1880, East Craigie will not be around next season unless a new management team and committee can be found.

Dundee United v Kilmarnock FC: United need to home in on fourth spot

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 09:23:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Johnny Russell is desperate to tie up fourth spot before waiting to see if it will be enough to qualify for Europe.

Dunfermline FC v Raith Rovers: Battle over keys to the SPL

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 08:46:00 +0100

There will be no game played in Scotland today more important than the one at East End Park, as Dunfermline and Raith Rovers clash in what is likely to be the defining 90 minutes of the first division campaign.

Eight East Fife players agree new deals

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 08:00:00 +0100

East Fife have confirmed eight players agreed terms with the club to stay at New Bayview next season.

Brechin City v Forfar Athletic: Second division's Super Saturday contribution

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 07:31:00 +0100

There is no champagne on ice as might be the case elsewhere in the county, but the second division aspect of Super Saturday in Angus will be just as tense an affair.

Ross County v Dundee FC: Birthday boy just wants to stay up

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 06:38:00 +0100

Dundee's Rab Douglas admits a victory against Ross County in Dingwall this afternoon would be the perfect early birthday gift.

Derby day arrives for Arbroath and Montrose

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 06:03:00 +0100

Arbroath player-boss Paul Sheerin is pondering whether to play himself in the club's biggest derby match yet.

Arbroath FC legend Jimmy Jack lends his support

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 16:50:00 +0100

Arbroath FC's greatest goalscorer has become the latest figure to wish the Lichties well as they bid to lift their first trophy in 133 years of existence.

Michael Duberry faces Twitter rant questions

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:35:00 +0100

The SFA have written to Michael Duberry to ask for his comments as they consider punishing the St Johnstone defender for his rant on social networking site Twitter.

Raith Rovers' Gary Wales ruled out for season

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 14:16:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Gary Wales has been ruled out of Saturday's first division crunch clash with Dunfermline.

St Johnstone's Chris Millar ready to move on after Hampden hell

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:39:00 +0100

The personal hurt of ruling himself out of last weekend's Scottish Cup semi-final paled into insignificance compared to the torment of watching helplessly as his St Johnstone team-mates toiled on their big day at Hampden, midfielder Chris Millar has revealed.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre hopes to repay directors' faith

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:07:00 +0100

As he prepares his team for the biggest match Dunfermline have had in years, Pars boss Jim McIntyre has thanked the club's board for giving him the time to put together a team who are three games away from clinching promotion to the top flight.

Dundee FC boss determined his men won't switch off against Ross County

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 10:42:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith has expressed sympathy for Ross County after their midweek game against Queen of the South was abandoned with the relegation-threatened Staggies leading 2-0 — but says there will be no loss of focus when he takes his own side up to Dingwall on Saturday.

'Super Saturday' looms for Angus football clubs

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 10:03:00 +0100

It's a big weekend on the Angus football calendar with so much at stake.

Dundee United distance themselves from ArabTrust's sectarianism complaint

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:28:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has stressed that fans' group ArabTRUST acted independently of the club when reporting Rangers supporters for alleged sectarian singing.

Away days hold no fear for Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:40:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn believes his side's away record means they have nothing to fear as they travel to Dunfermline on Saturday for what could prove to be a first division title decider.

Dunfermline FC defender feels the pain of missing 'the game everybody is talking about'

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:44:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz has admitted that if there was one match he'd have chosen not to miss it would have been Saturday's top-of-the-table Fife derby against Raith Rovers.

'Psycho' Dave Bowman would find it hard now game has 'gone soft'

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:56:00 +0100

Former Dundee United midfielder Dave Bowman has joked that he would last about "five minutes" on the park were he playing today.

Arbroath FC keen to stop being a trivia question

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:37:00 +0100

Arbroath chairman John Christison is trying desperately not to get carried away as the Gayfield club nears a possible first championship.

HMRC orders Dundee FC to set aside tax security cash

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:51:00 +0100

Steps have been taken by Her Majesty's Revenue and Custom to ensure that Dundee meet their tax demands in future.

Crucial Dunfermline Athletic-Raith Rovers derby set for sell-out

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 08:09:00 +0100

The most important Fife derby in years is heading for a sell-out.

St Johnstone central defensive duo pay price for misdemeanours

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone will be without regular central defenders Michael Duberry and Steven Anderson for the club's next two matches against Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Hibs.

Simmons confident Raith Rovers can handle big-game pressure

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:57:00 +0100

It was a case of friends reunited for Raith Rovers' Stephen Simmons last Saturday when he made his comeback from injury and suspension against Stirling Albion.

Jim McIntyre warns Raith Rovers they will be facing an in-form Dunfermline FC

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:02:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre believes his team are heading into Saturday's top-of-the-table derby with Raith Rovers in their best form in months.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith will battle to hold on to his squad of fighters

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 10:44:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith finds himself in a unique position among Scottish managers by being able to tell his first team squad that he wants to keep all of them for next season.

Dundee United 0 Rangers 4: Houston sees red over 'farcical' dismissals

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 09:39:00 +0100

Dundee United's slim hopes of catching third-placed Hearts have been left hanging by a thread after a controversial defeat at the hands of Rangers at Tannadice.

Former Arbroath FC boss Danny McGrain backs Lichties for the title

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:36:00 +0100

Former Arbroath manager and cult hero Danny McGrain said he's hoping the "bearded army" will be celebrating a third division title win on Saturday.

Arbroath FC boss Paul Sheerin predicts big crowd for Montrose FC showdown

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:25:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin has predicted a bumper turnout at Gayfield this weekend, as the entire town begins the countdown to the biggest match in the club's history.

Brechin City v East Fife: Must-win game for both sides

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:03:00 +0100

It's a must-win fixture for East Fife at Brechin this evening if they are to keep their slim hopes of snatching a playoff spot alive, although manager John Robertson will be looking for an improvement on their weekend showing first and foremost.

Raith Rovers boss playing it cool as fans clamber for tickets to showdown with Dunfermline

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:38:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn believes his players have the mental toughness to cope with the pressure-cooker atmosphere of Saturday's encounter with Dunfermline at East End Park.

'We wanted to be remembered' — Duberry can't hide pain of St Johnstone's cup shocker

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:06:00 +0100

In the short time Michael Duberry has been a St Johnstone player his growing passion for the Perth club has been clear for all to see. That's why the former English premiership star, who has been sold for millions of pounds over the course of an illustrious career, found Saturday's Hampden horror show so hard to stomach.

Dundee United v Rangers: Tangerines not giving up on third place

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:44:00 +0100

One of the SPL's top goalkeeping performers this season is planning to keep Dundee United's hopes of a third-place finish alive by thwarting championship-chasing Rangers at Tannadice tonight.

St Johnstone FC stars playing for their contracts

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:24:00 +0100

Thousands of St Johnstone fans suffered Hampden heartbreak at the weekend, and boss Derek McInnes has now made it his mission to make sure they "fall in love" with the team again.

SPL clubs in deadlock over changes to Scottish football's structure

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 07:51:00 +0100

Scottish football has yet to plot a way forward after the 12 SPL clubs failed to reach a final agreement over proposed changes to the game.

Arbroath FC 2 Queen's Park 2: Draw sets up derby decider

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:13:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin claimed his side must learn to be "a bit more cautious" after he watched a lead squandered against Queen's Park at Gayfield.

Honesty the best policy for shell-shocked St Johnstone

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:49:00 +0100

St Johnstone's players have admitted they flopped in the Scottish Cup semi-final, with honesty their best policy in the wake of a Hampden hammering from Motherwell.

Motherwell 3 St Johnstone 0: Scottish Cup 'impostors' fail semi-final test

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:19:00 +0100

Hard to beat. Solid. Well organised at the back. Don't give away cheap goals.

Stirling Albion vs Raith Rovers: Rovers urged to keep the faith

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:27:00 +0100

"Keep believing" was the philosophy of a certain former Raith Rovers defender, and while Marvin Andrews' faith may have spurred the Kirkcaldy club on to second division silverware two years ago, current centre-back Mark Campbell reckons the existing crop of players could take a leaf out of the Trinidadian's book.

Dunfermline FC vs Queen of the South: mental strength the key for Pars

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:02:00 +0100

Mental strength will be the key for Dunfermline against Queen of the South as the pressure builds in the promotion race.

Morton FC vs Dundee FC: Dark Blues' scalp still prized

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 08:32:00 +0100

From day one Dundee have been the club the others in the first division would like to beat most, Dark Blues defender Rhys Weston has insisted, and nothing has changed now that the season is drawing to a close.

St Johnstone vs Motherwell: hard-working Saints seek a Scottish Cup Zidane moment

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 07:48:00 +0100

On his only previous visit to Scotland's national stadium St Johnstone goalkeeper Peter Enckelman witnessed one of the iconic moments of world football — Zinedine Zidane's spectacular volley in the 2002 Champions League final.

Dundee United's post-split fixtures 'not ideal': Stephen Thompson

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:39:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson is philosophical about the news his club will not get any home matches against the Old Firm after the SPL split.

Young goalkeeper McCallum commits himself to Dundee United

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:58:00 +0100

Highly rated young Dundee United goalkeeper Marc McCallum has committed himself to the club for the next three years.

Weir backs St Johnstone to make Scottish Cup history

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:37:00 +0100

Having seen his club knocked out of the national cup competitions this season by Motherwell and St Johnstone, Brechin City manager Jim Weir is well placed to pick a winner in Saturday's Hampden Park semi-final.

Victory — not the Hampden crowd — is St Johnstone's only Scottish Cup concern

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:49:00 +0100

It doesn't matter whether there's 5000 or 50,000 at Hampden on Saturday for St Johnstone's Scottish Cup semi-final against Motherwell as far as Perth defender Dave Mackay is concerned, because winning is all that counts.

Millar's early exit against Celtic proves correct in St Johnstone's Scottish Cup push

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:44:00 +0100

Saints midfielder Chris Millar's decision to leave the match against Celtic early appears to have been vindicated, with the player having "more than a good chance" of making the Scottish Cup semi-final against Motherwell.

Dundee FC's Gary Harkins doesn't mind stick from Greenock boo boys

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:38:00 +0100

It will be a hostile homecoming for Dundee playmaker Gary Harkins in Greenock on Saturday but he won't care as long as he leaves a winner.

Jon Daly — Scottish Cup woe still haunts Dundee United

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:08:00 +0100

Dundee United's Jon Daly has revealed how the club's Scottish Cup exit still rankles the Tannadice men.

St Johnstone chairman deserves cup final: Allan Preston

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:18:16 +0100

A Scottish Cup final appearance would be a fitting reward for the service chairman Geoff Brown has given to St Johnstone.

Craig Levein backs Raith Rovers' John McGlynn as nation's top manager

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:59:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has won the vote of Scotland national coach Craig Levein in the contest to be named the country's top manager.

Arbroath FC 2 Clyde FC 0: Lichties close in on division title

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 07:33:00 +0100

Arbroath moved a step closer to lifting the third division trophy after coasting to victory against Clyde at Gayfield.

Dunfermline FC's Steven Bell out for season

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:34:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has backed midfielder Steven Bell to show the mental strength required to see him though his latest injury torment.

Cowdenbeath FC win will put fire under Dees and Staggies: Nicholl

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:13:00 +0100

Cowdeneath boss Jimmy Nicholl believes a win for his team against Falkirk this weekend will really turn the heat up on the other two teams flirting with the play-offs — Dundee and Ross County.

Arbroath FC v Clyde FC: Lichties looking to edge closer to title

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:12:00 +0100

Arbroath welcome Clyde to Gayfield tonight knowing a win would put them seven points clear at the top and within touching distance of the third division title.

Forfar Athletic 2 Stenhousemuir FC 0: Loons stake play-off place

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:58:00 +0100

Forfar made their advantage over Airdrie United count at Station Park on Tuesday with a well-deserved three points against Stenhousemuir.

Unexpected benefits of Dundee FC's enforced youth policy

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:03:00 +0100

Barry Smith has had no other option but to turn to youth over the last couple of weeks, but the Dundee boss believes short-term necessity could prove to be long-term gain for the Dens Park club.

Houston to make decision on Dundee United contender Gary McKay-Stevens after two weeks

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:19:00 +0100

Trialist Airdrie United winger Gary McKay-Stevens will train with Dundee United for another two weeks, at the end of which time Tannadice boss Peter Houston will decide whether to offer the youngster a contract.

St Johnstone 0 Celtic 1: Saints make Hoops work for win

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0100

St Johnstone can concentrate on their bid to reach the Scottish Cup final after losing to Celtic on an eventful evening at McDiarmid Park.

McIntyre: Carrot still the same for Dunfermline FC promotion

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:01:00 +0100

Pars boss Jim McIntyre has admitted the sight of his team topping the first division table with the same games played as title rivals Raith Rovers has given his squad a psychological boost.

Promotion drive comes before derby for Raith Rovers boss

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:50:00 +0100

Forget about the derby...for now. That is the blunt message from Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn as he aims to plot a route to promotion for the Kirkcaldy men.

Forfar Athletic v Stenhousemuir FC: Play-offs within Loons' reach

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:12:00 +0100

Forfar will tonight look to bounce back from defeat at Somerset Park with a home victory against second division strugglers Stenhousemuir.

Brechin City v Ayr United: Weir hoping for redemption

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:35:00 +0100

Brechin are looking to avenge their first back-to-back defeats of the season with victory against fellow second division play-off hopefuls Ayr United at Glebe Park tonight.

SFA could censure St Johnstone's Duberry over Twitter rant

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:01:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry could be in trouble with the SFA after posting on Twitter.

St Johnstone vs Celtic: key Saints to be rested

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:22:00 +0100

Key St Johnstone players will be rested for the visit of Celtic to McDiarmid Park on Tuesday evening, with Perth boss Derek McInnes insisting that Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final is their priority.

Lockwood relieved to avoid TV torture for Dundee FC

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 07:28:00 +0100

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood is glad he will not be suffering more TV torture this weekend.

Brechin City 1 East Fife FC 3: Decisions anger Weir in loss to East Fife

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:33:00 +0100

Brechin Cty manager Jim Weir warned his team cannot afford to take their play-off place for granted after going down 3-1 to East Fife in controversial circumstances at Glebe Park.

Dundee United 2 St Johnstone 0: defeat leaves Saints' Michael Duberry seething

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:10:00 +0100

Respect shown to referees, or rather the lack of it, has been a burning issue in football both north and south of the border this season.

Ayr United 3 Forfar Athletic 1: Loons' defending criticised by Ian Campbell

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:14:00 +0100

Forfar assistant manager Ian Campbell admitted his side handed the points on a plate to Ayr United, as poor defending saw the Loons go down 3-1 at Somerset Park.

Dundee FC 1 Stirling Albion 1: Young gun shoots Dees to vital point

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:40:00 +0100

Teenage striker Leighton McIntosh scored his first goal for Dundee to secure a point for the Dark Blues and relegate former Dens Park manager Jocky Scott's team to the second division.

Dundee United 2 St Johnstone 0: Peter Houston in 'honesty' retort at Saints

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:28:00 +0100

The war of words between Dundee United and St Johnstone after Saturday's Tayside derby was added to by Tannadice boss Peter Houston last night, when he turned his fire on opposite number Derek McInnes in the Danny Swanson "cheat" row.

Ayr United v Forfar Athletic: Vengeance expected

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 11:46:00 +0100

Forfar head west for the second leg of an Ayr United double header with the Loons certain to meet a Somerset Park side out for revenge.

The end is in sight for Dundee FC's woes

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 10:20:00 +0100

Dundee FC will be out of administration by the end of the season as the path to becoming Scotland's third supporter-owned club was finally cleared.

Berwick Rangers v Montrose FC: Gable Endies in danger

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 09:52:00 +0100

Montrose boss Ray Farningham will take charge of his first game as full-time manager as his side take on Berwick at Shielfield Park.

Brechin City v East Fife FC: Weir expects tough test from Fifers

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 09:31:00 +0100

The boss is back and expecting a return to form from Brechin City after their midweek blip.

Dundee FC's precarious position is all too clear

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 09:00:00 +0100

The understandable acclaim which accompanied Dundee's remarkable 26-game unbeaten run somewhat obscured the simple fact the Dark Blues still had some way to go to beat the dreaded drop.

Clyde FC v Arbroath FC: First of key Clyde double

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 08:33:00 +0100

Arbroath travel to Broadwood today for the first match in a double header against Clyde, which could have a major impact on the championship run-in.

'One game at a time' as Raith Rovers takes on Cowdenbeath

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 07:58:00 +0100

It is already being billed as the "D-Day derby" when Raith Rovers travel to local rivals Dunfermline in two weeks, with the first division title possibly on the line.

Dundee United v St Johnstone: Stingy Saints aim to keep run going

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 07:24:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Dave Mackay is part of a stingy Saints defence aiming to record their 10th clean sheet in 13 games this Saturday.

Dundee United v St Johnstone: United star wary of hungry Saints

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 06:45:00 +0100

Dundee United's David Robertson believes the lure of Hampden will exert a powerful influence on the St Johnstone side that arrive at Tannadice for Saturday's game.

Ray Farningham is appointed Montrose FC boss

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 15:26:00 +0100

Montrose have appointed Ray Farningham as their manager for the next two years.

Cowdenbeath FC's victory thrills Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 12:14:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' boss John McGlynn was an interested spectator at Central Park on Tuesday night as Cowdenbeath secured what could prove to be a priceless victory over Ross County.

Determined Sean Dillon remains positive about Dundee United's chances

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:37:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Sean Dillon hasn't given up on reeling in third-placed Hearts, but he believes it will take a run like the one ended by Motherwell in midweek to do it.

Kyle Benedictus is confident Dundee FC's defence will hold firm against Stirling Albion

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:15:00 +0100

Dundee's Kyle Benedictus insists the thin blue backline available to boss Barry Smith will hold firm against Stirling Albion.

St Johnstone's Kevin Moon relishes chance to shine in Scottish Cup

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:58:00 +0100

One St Johnstone player was "over the Moon" on Tuesday night, despite being on the wrong end of a 2-0 scoreline against Rangers.

Dunfermline FC and St Johnstone in chase for highly-rated Jag Paddy Boyle

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:20:00 +0100

Dunfermline and St Johnstone are leading the chase for Partick Thistle defender Paddy Boyle according to the Firhill club.

Dundee United undecided on Airdrie's Gary McKay-Stevens

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:34:00 +0100

Dundee United have yet to make up their minds whether to make a move for Airdrie winger Gary McKay-Stevens.

Cowdenbeath FC's boss Jimmy Nicholl is confident his side can stay up

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:26:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl has paid tribute to his players after they passed a big test of character to win Tuesday's match against Ross County.

Dundee United target young Diamond Gary McKay-Stevens

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 12:01:00 +0100

Dundee United are being linked with a move for Airdrie United's Gary McKay-Stevens.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith expects Binos to be at their Sunday best

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:21:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith insists nobody at Dens is taking anything for granted as they prepare for the visit of relegation favourites Stirling Albion on Sunday.

Raith Rovers' McNeil set to make derby clash with Cowdenbeath

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 09:31:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn expects first-choice keeper Andy McNeil to be fit to take his place between the sticks for the home derby with Cowdenbeath.

Motherwell 2 Dundee United 1: Tangerines' winning run ended by bogey side

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 08:12:00 +0100

There was another dose of Motherwell misery for Dundee United to stomach on Wednesday, with the Tangerines going down to their fourth defeat at Fir Park this season.

John McGlynn says fans were key to Raith Rovers' victory over Dundee

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:06:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn believes the fans helped the Kirkcaldy club to their victory against Dundee at the weekend.

Barry Smith calls time on Raith row

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:57:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has moved to defuse a row between himself and Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn.

Forfar Athletic 3 Ayr United 2: Great goals mark Loons resurgence

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:42:00 +0100

Forfar twice came from behind in a thrilling second division clash that was packed with stunning goals and plenty of incident.

Motherwell v Dundee United: Tangerines eager to put cup hurt to one side

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:57:00 +0100

Dundee United's Scott Severin admits the desperate disappointment of last week's Scottish Cup exit at Motherwell will be a big motivational factor when the two sides meet again in the league tonight.

St Johnstone 0 Rangers FC 2: Early error and McGregor hand Gers win over Saints

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:18:00 +0100

In the build-up to this match, St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes said the Old Firm rarely lose two games on the spin — and his words proved to be prophetic.

Ayr United v Forfar Athletic: Loons search for the missing ingredient

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:13:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic have another home chance to get their play-off push back on the rails by closing the gap on third-placed visitors Ayr United this evening.

Clyde v Montrose: Links Parkers out to build on Elgin victory

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:10:00 +0100

Montrose can deliver a blow to bottom dogs Clyde if they manage to maintain winning form at Broadwood tonight.

Pars plan to use break to mend a few bones

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:56:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre is hoping that their free Saturday this weekend will help give some of his injured players valuable time to regain match fitness.

Raith boss says Dundee FC's reaction to loss left a 'sour taste'

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:30:00 +0100

Dundee have been branded sore losers by Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn.

Millar targets Old Firm scalp ahead of St Johnstone's Scottish Cup semi

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 09:15:00 +0100

The top six is now realistically out of their reach, so the target for St Johnstone in their next two home games is a morale-boosting Old Firm victory to take into their Scottish Cup semi-final, which is less than a fortnight away.

Kirk believes Dundee United players will do the talking against Motherwell

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:33:00 +0100

Dundee United assistant boss Gary Kirk believes there will be no need for stirring speeches in the dressing-room before Wednesday night's game at Motherwell.

Livingston FC 0 Brechin City 0: City look towards the play-offs

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:23:00 +0100

Brechin's chances of automatic promotion look slim after they could only manage a 0-0 draw away to Livingston.

Montrose FC 1 Elgin City 0: Five-game losing streak comes to a welcome end

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:27:00 +0100

Montrose gave interim manager Ray Farningham his first win as they ended a five-match losing run in style with a victory over Elgin City.

Ayr United 1 East Fife 1: Fifers fortunate to come away with a point

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 13:27:00 +0100

East Fife settled for a share of the points at the weekend after returning from Ayr with a 1-1 draw.

Police become involved as Dundee FC boss Barry Smith sees red

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:56:00 +0100

Police officers spoke to Dundee boss Barry Smith after he became involved in a row with referee Craig Charleston at the end of Saturday's game with Raith Rovers.

Albion Rovers 3 Arbroath FC 0: Title-chasing Rovers teach Lichties a lesson

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:12:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin admitted his side were well beaten by title-chasing Albion Rovers at Cliftonhill.

Forfar FC 1 Stenhousemuir FC 1: Loons stung as 10-man Stennie snatch late equaliser

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:26:00 +0100

Dick Campbell's side could have dispensed a much more effective prescription for their manager than the blunt display that has typified their play-off push.

St Johnstone 0 Kilmarnock 0: Scottish Cup now the goal for misfiring Saints

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 10:48:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes was speaking about the team and striker Peter MacDonald about himself, but they both came up with the same word to describe the collective and individual goalscoring tally respectively — "embarrassed".

Raith Rovers 2 Dundee 1: Title chasers bring Dark Blues' unbeaten run to an end

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:46:00 +0100

Stephen O'Donnell insists the defiant Dark Blues will bounce back strongly after their record-breaking unbeaten run finally came to an end on Saturday against Raith Rovers.

Rangers 2 Dundee United 3: Tangerines back from the brink

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:26:00 +0100

Dundee United proved sometimes the darkest hour is just before dawn, as they followed their worst performance of Peter Houston's reign with one of the best.

Raith Rovers v Dundee FC: Rovers look to halt Dees' unbeaten run

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 08:42:00 +0100

Such is the scale of walking wounded in the Dundee dressing room that it is resembling a set of a TV medical drama.

St Johnstone v Kilmarnock FC: Invincibile has no point to prove

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 08:26:00 +0100

The manager who let Danny Invincibile leave Kilmarnock has himself followed the Australian out of the Rugby Park exit door this week.

Striker Jake Hyde seeking deal with Dunfermline FC

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 07:20:00 +0100

Dunfermline's new striker Jake Hyde has revealed how a day which began training with the Dundee FC squad ended with him coming off the bench to play for the Pars in Dingwall.

Rangers FC v Dundee United: Goodwillie's value continues to rise

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 06:39:00 +0100

The price tag on David Goodwillie's head has risen in light of his award-winning performances of late, Dundee United manager Peter Houston insisted.

St Johnstone give Jordan Robertson a second chance after jail for road death

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:59:00 +0100

St Johnstone have given striker Jordan Robertson a chance to get his career back on track by handing the former Dundee United man a short-term deal through to the end of the season.

Dundee United captain Jon Daly issues a payback order to team-mates after Fir Park horror show

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:59:00 +0100

After Dundee United's timid exit from the Scottish Cup at Motherwell on Wednesday night, skipper Jon Daly has called on his team to win back their pride against Rangers on Saturday.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre was persuaded by Jake Hyde's goal threat

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:00:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has admitted the goal scored by striker Jake Hyde for Dundee against the Pars last week was a persuasive factor in his decision to sign the player.

David Goodwillie extends contract at Dundee United by one year

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 08:35:00 +0100

Dundee United have secured their star striker David Goodwillie on an extended contract.

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes believes Scottish Cup semi-final will be evenly matched

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 07:23:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes believes the Perth side and Motherwell have now got virtually a 50-50 chance of making it to the Scottish Cup final.

St Johnstone's Michael Duberry gaining strength thanks to Campbells' soup — and haggis

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 11:48:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry is hoping that a couple of weeks spent lodging with the club's youth development manager, Tommy Campbell, will help accelerate his return from injury.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith is embarrassed by award speculation

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:23:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith admits speculation linking his name with the Scottish manager of the year award leaves him embarrassed.

Motherwell 3 Dundee United 0: Houston apologises to fans for 'worst' display

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:23:00 +0100

Dundee United's dreams of retaining the Scottish Cup were blown away by a rampant Motherwell side at Fir Park.

Sleep a luxury for Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn during title chase

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:25:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has revealed that sleepless nights are the price he has to pay for being a football manager.

Dunfermline FC's Martin Hardie is a sore winner

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 07:53:00 +0100

Dunfermline hero Martin Hardie has revealed how he tried to stop his team-mates celebrating the last-gasp winner that sent the Pars top of the table.

We'll have your Hyde for this — say Dunfermline FC after Dark Blues draw

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:51:00 +0100

Striker Jake Hyde has joined the side he scored against a week ago after moving from Lochee United to Dunfermline.

Kevin McBride impresses at Raith Rovers

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:07:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has admitted he was impressed by the instant impact made by on-loan Hibs player Kevin McBride.

Ross County 0 Dunfermline Athletic 1: Martin Hardie's late header sends Pars top

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:20:00 +0100

Dunfermline stormed to the top of the first division in remarkable style, leaving it until the third minute of stoppage time before grabbing the winner at Victoria Park.

Forfar Athletic 1 Airdrie United 2: Sucker punch leaves Loons reeling

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 07:46:00 +0100

The deadly Diamonds sucker-punched Forfar for their second win over the Loons in four days.

Motherwell v Dundee United: Danny Swanson targeting more Hampden memories

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 07:10:00 +0100

Dundee United playmaker Danny Swanson wants to get back to Hampden so he can store up some memories next time.

St Johnstone's Murray Davidson targeting May to remember

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:52:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson has targeted a May to remember with club and country.

Liam Craig contract boost for St Johnstone

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 12:40:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Liam Craig has signed a new two-year contract which will keep him at McDiarmid Park until 2013.

Suspensions add to Barry Smith's problems

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:37:00 +0100

Dundee will feel the selection squeeze more than ever on Saturday when suspensions begin to bite into their already threadbare squad.

Brechin City v Alloa FC: Taking promotion one game at a time

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:02:00 +0100

Brechin City are still flying high after Saturday's 6-0 demolition of Dumbarton — but boss Jim Weir insists there will be no room for complacency when they face Alloa at Glebe Park tonight.

Airdrie United v Forfar Athletic: Loons out for revenge

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:12:00 +0100

Forfar face Airdrie United tonight for the second time in four days and they will be out to avenge Saturday's 3-1 defeat at Excelsior Stadium.

East Fife FC v Ayr United: Robertson annoyed at defensive lapses

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:31:00 +0100

Having lost to league leaders Livingston 3-1 on Saturday, East Fife come up against promotion-chasers Ayr United at New Bayview tonight.

Dundee United v Motherwell FC: Scrappy win will suit Houston

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:51:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is confident the club's Scottish Cup know-how will help them when they take on Motherwell for a place back at Hampden.

Ross County v Dunfermline FC: Pars chasing title one win at a time

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:13:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz believes the first division promotion race has reached its point of no return.

Queen's Park FC v Montrose FC: Gable Endies aim to bounce back

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:34:00 +0100

Montrose travel to Hampden tonight in a bid to avenge the weekend's disappointing defeat at the hands of Clyde by taking three points from Queen's Park.

Raith Rovers XI v Celtic XI: An emotional day for Ronnie Coyle

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:49:00 +0100

History almost repeated itself when Sunday's clash between Raith Rovers and Celtic went to a penalty decider, but it was the Bhoys who snatched victory when Paul McStay scored the decider.

Dundee United cup hero of '94 can see history repeating itself

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:57:00 +0100

Dundee United travel to Fir Park for a midweek Scottish Cup replay with belief building among players and fans that victory over Motherwell can spur them on to glory. Does that have a familiar ring to it?

Falkirk FC 2 Raith Rovers 0: Frustrated Raith robbed of glory

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:54:00 +0100

Raith Rovers fans could have been forgiven for dialling Crimestoppers at the end of the game against Falkirk after witnessing an open and shut case of daylight robbery.

Dunfermline 0 Partick Thistle 0: Pars need to start showing "bottle"

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline defender Austin McCann has identified the ingredients he feels will be required to make champions.

Dundee FC 2 Cowdenbeath FC 2: Dees unbeaten but fighting fatigue

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 07:31:00 +0100

Nicky Riley admits Dundee's players are out on their feet — but insists mental strength can compensate for their weakening legs.

Falkirk FC v Raith Rovers: Winning run will put Rovers in seventh heaven

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 09:48:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Iain Davidson is looking for a magnificent seven victories to ensure the Kirkcaldy club beat the odds and clinch the first division title in May.

Dunfermline FC v Partick Thistle: Martin Hardie relishes Jags' challenge

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 08:53:00 +0000

During our recent bleak midwinter, one footballer was eagerly rubbing his hands every time games were cancelled.

Dundee FC vs Cowdenbeath FC: Dark Blues ready to rise to expectations

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 07:48:00 +0000

The weight of expectation will bear down heavily on Dundee against Cowdenbeath, according to defender Matt Lockwood.

St Johnstone handed teatime dates with the Old Firm

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:58:00 +0000

St Johnstone will face both sides of the Old Firm at teatime next month to accommodate the TV cameras.

Raith Rovers swoop for loan star Kevin McBride

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:18:00 +0000

First Division table-toppers Raith Rovers have reinforced their ranks for what they hope is a final promotion push by signing Hibs midfielder Kevin McBride on loan until the end of the season.

Dundee United injury trio hit comeback trail in time for Scottish Cup defence

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 08:38:00 +0000

Scottish Cup holders Dundee United are set to receive a triple boost for the latest leg of their title defence.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre calls on fans to play part in promotion bid

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 07:54:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has urged the club's supporters to roar their side over the first division finishing line to clinch promotion to the SPL.

Injury forces St Johnstone legend Alan Main to quit

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 07:03:00 +0000

St Johnstone's appearance record holder Alan Main has called time on his playing career and thanked the Saints supporters for making his testimonial year such a success.

John McGlynn calls for glory push from Raith Rovers

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:30:00 +0000

With just seven games standing between Raith Rovers and a possible return to the SPL, manager John McGlynn has challenged his players to give it their all in the run-in.

Dundee FC have nothing to Hyde over junior trialists — Harry MacLean

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:23:00 +0000

Dundee chief executive Harry MacLean has defiantly insisted that the Dark Blues have kept strictly within the rules of the game when they have brought in players from junior side Lochee United as trialists.

Dundee United strike deal to get Dusan Pernis back for Scottish Cup replay

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:11:00 +0000

Dundee United goalkeeper Dusan Pernis is set to jet home from international duty in time for his club's Scottish Cup quarter-final replay against Motherwell.

Arbroath FC boss hopes Stewart Petrie escapes touchline ban

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 08:20:00 +0000

Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin is keeping his fingers crossed that his assistant Stewart Petrie will not be forced to serve a touchline ban.

East Fife manager Robertson commits to club

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 07:42:00 +0000

East Fife have confirmed that manager John Robertson is set to remain with the Methil club beyond the summer.

St Johnstone's MacDonald blames SFA for Scottish Cup heartache

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 07:01:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Peter MacDonald has called on the SFA to consider changing the disciplinary rules for the Scottish Cup to avoid players suffering the Hampden heartache he is about to experience.

Anger as dream of Amateur Cup glory at Hampden axed

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:37:00 +0000

MSP John Park has condemned a decision by football authorities to stop staging Scotland's Amateur Cup final at Hampden Park, as he feels it will deprive many players of their dream.

Ayr United v Forfar Athletic: Campbell aims to keep play-off hopes alive

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 10:12:00 +0000

Forfar travel to Ayr tonight with both sides looking to stay on track for the promotion play-off spots.

St Johnstone 1 Brechin City 0: Saints one game away from making club history

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:20:00 +0000

St Johnstone are one game away from the club’s first Scottish Cup final after a professional performance against second division Brechin City at McDiarmid Park.

Raith Rovers 1 Ross County 1: Dogged Raith fight back for crucial point

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:50:00 +0000

Raith Rovers showed real resilience to rescue a 1-1 draw against Ross County at Stark's Park, although the league leaders will see the result as two points dropped.

Dundee FC 1 Dunfermline FC 1: Dark Blues still unbeaten

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:50:00 +0000

Dundee extended their remarkable record-breaking unbeaten run to 22 games with a dogged draw against Dunfermline at Dens.

Montrose FC v East Stirling FC: Ray Farningham focuses on the football

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:37:29 +0000

Montrose caretaker manager Ray Farningham said he won't consider the prospect of taking on the role full-time until the end of the season.

Clyde v Arbroath: Lichties out to make more room at the top

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 13:41:00 +0000

Arbroath will go eight points clear at the top of division three if they can put away Clyde at Broadwood tonight.

Raith Rovers v Ross County: Stark's Park skipper says thoughts of 'title decider' can wait

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:47:00 +0000

Although some pundits are already predicting that Raith Rovers' game against Dunfermline on April 23 could be the first division title decider, Rovers skipper Grant Murray insists his colleagues will continue to look no further ahead than their next fixture, starting tonight against Ross County.

St Johnstone v Brechin City: Weir urges men to become TV stars

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:32:00 +0000

Brechin Boss Jim Weir is going the extra mile to make sure he is in plenty of time for City's Scottish Cup quarter-final replay with St Johnstone.

St Johnstone v Brechin City: Saints have forward focus

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 10:05:00 +0000

St Johnstone go into tonight's Scottish Cup quarter-final replay against Brechin City on the back of yet another dogged defensive performance on Saturday — and midfielder Liam Craig believes that now Saints have it right at one end of the park, it needs to come good at the other.

Dundee v Dunfermline: Rhys Weston fires warning to Fife title rivals

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 09:02:00 +0000

Dundee defender Rhys Weston has warned both leaders Raith and second-placed Dunfermline that the Dark Blues will have a big say in the championship's destination.

Former Tangerine Craig Easton is full of praise for Dundee United's five-in-a-row feat

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 08:21:00 +0000

Craig Easton was proud to be a part of Dundee United's class of 1997 that strung together a run of five successive premier league victories.

Montrose FC boss Steven Tweed steps down

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 09:30:00 +0000

Montrose boss Steven Tweed has stepped down from his role after watching his side slump to a 2-1 defeat at Annan Athletic.

Dundee United 1 Inverness CT 0: Daly takes defensive role in his stride

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:40:00 +0000

Dundee United skipper Jon Daly jokingly claims he could play until he is 45 if he makes the switch from centre-forward to centre-half a permanent one.

Hamilton 0 St Johnstone 0: Think Brechin, not Brazil

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 07:39:00 +0000

Murray Davidson has assured St Johnstone fans his mind won't be on the Brazilians until he has helped Saints into the Scottish Cup semi-finals.

Improving Dundee United star Keith Watson is quietly confident

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 10:41:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Keith Watson may be a quiet, unassuming young player but even he admits he is improving as each game goes by.

'Cyclone' sends St Johnstone stopper into a spin

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:35:00 +0000

Graham Gartland got to meet one of his sporting heroes — legendary world champion boxer Barry McGuigan — last weekend and the St Johnstone defender has insisted the Perth club are still in there swinging in the SPL top six fight.

Dunfermline Athletic v Stirling Albion: striker says title-chasing Pars must convert chances

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 08:44:00 +0000

The Dunfermline strikers had a night to forget at Stirling on Tuesday but one of them, Liam Buchanan, is confident that lightning won't strike twice within five days when the two teams meet again at East End Park.

Morton FC v Raith Rovers FC: Fifers' away form eases way towards SPL

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 07:56:00 +0000

If Raith Rovers are to cross the first division finish line as champions in May, defender Grant Murray reckons much of that will be down to their remarkable form on the road.

Falkirk FC v Dundee FC: Bare-bones Dees to pull together

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 07:13:00 +0000

Dundee may line up at Falkirk without a recognised striker in their ranks, after Sean Higgins was ruled out for the season following a knee operation yesterday.

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn seeks mental strength

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:10:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has called on his players not to shy away from the challenge that faces them in the coming months as they aim to close in on a return to the SPL.

Sean Higgins injury leaves Dundee FC boss looking to youth squad

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:34:00 +0000

Dundee's squad has been stretched to the limit by an injury to Sean Higgins that has ruled the striker out of the game against Falkirk.

Johnny Russell promises to score more Hearts breakers

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:56:00 +0000

Dundee United striker Johnny Russell promised there are more goals to come from him after bagging the brace that secured victory over Hearts.

Saints star Murray Davidson in heaven with Scotland call-up to face Brazil

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:17:00 +0000

It could be a case of from Brechin to Brazil for Murray Davidson next week, after the St Johnstone midfielder landed a dream Scotland call-up for the glamour friendly in London.

Dunfermline FC ready to make push for promotion

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:42:00 +0000

Dunfermline's promotion push could soon be boosted by having two more pairs of shoulders to the wheel, with centre-backs Kevin Rutkiewicz and Andy Dowie set to return to full training.

Torn hamstring rules St Johnstone's Jamie Adams out of action

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:26:00 +0000

St Johnstone midfielder Jamie Adams has been ruled out of action for around a fortnight with a torn hamstring.

Cowdenbeath FC boss trying to strike deal with Bob Malcolm

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl is planning to hold talks with Bob Malcolm tonight in a bid to thrash out a deal which will see the player remain at Central Park until the end of the season.

Raith Rovers need winning mentality — Gregory Tade

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:31:00 +0000

Raith Rovers striker Gregory Tade believes his side need to take a leaf out of the Barcelona manual on mental toughness if they want to fulfil their SPL dream.

Craig McKeown's Dundee FC team break-up fears

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:18:00 +0000

Dundee defender Craig McKeown has warned Dark Blues fans to be prepared for the possibility of their record-breaking team being scattered to the four winds in a couple of months' time.

Dundee United 2 Hearts 0: Show of strength delights Houston

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:21:00 +0000

Dundee United found their way through the fog at Tannadice to emerge fourth in the SPL and make their manager proud.

SPL meeting delayed to April

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:44:00 +0000

The vote on controversial reconstruction plans for Scottish football has been put back to the middle of April.

Mike Barile falls foul of Dundee United board

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:10:00 +0000

Dundee United have suspended the associate directorship of supporters' group ArabTRUST from the board.

Dundee United v Hearts: Kenneth hassling Houston for a recall

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:29:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth admits he has been using pester-power to try to get back into the team.

No shame in Brechin cup replay — St Johnstone's Dave Mackay

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:39:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Dave Mackay has insisted the Perth players shouldn't feel any shame at being forced to go to a Scottish Cup quarter-final replay against Brechin, because there are other top flight clubs he can think of that would have succumbed to last Saturday's Glebe Park examination.

Scotland call-ups delay Dundee United's cup replay against Motherwell

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:24:00 +0000

Dundee United's Scottish Cup quarter-final replay against Motherwell has been put back by 24 hours.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith tips Falkirk for title

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:35:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith believes his team will be facing potential first division champions in Falkirk at the weekend, despite the fact that the Bairns have dropped off the pace.

Raith Rovers 2 Cowdenbeath 1: Baird pounces to send Rovers clear at top

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:03:00 +0000

Raith Rovers extended their advantage in the first division title race with a nail-biting, narrow victory over near neighbours Cowdenbeath at Stark's Park.

Jim McIntyre's talk inspires Dunfermline FC players

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:02:00 +0000

Dunfermline captain Austin McCann has revealed that manager Jim McIntyre helped get their first division promotion bid back on track by pulling no punches in a team meeting last week.

Raith Rovers v Cowdenbeath: Rovers look to get title push back on track

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:19:00 +0000

Raith Rovers midfielder Allan Walker insists his side will hold their nerve during the "10 cup finals" they have left this season and win promotion to the SPL.

Conway targeting Scottish Cup return for Dundee United

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:41:00 +0000

Dundee United winger Craig Conway hopes to be back to his best in time to help the Tangerines reach the Scottish Cup semi-finals.

Barry Smith thanks Neil McCann for influential stint at Dundee FC

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:01:00 +0000

Dundee FC manager Barry Smith has bid a fond farewell to Neil McCann and revealed how the veteran winger has left a lasting legacy at Dens Park.

Tayside teams relish prospect of Scottish Cup replays

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:01:00 +0000

The draw for the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup has thrown up the possibility of a Tayside derby between Dundee United and either St Johnstone or Brechin City.

St Johnstone captain Jody Morris played with a broken back

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:20:00 +0000

St Johnstone captain Jody Morris will be out for around a month, after it emerged he has been playing through the pain barrier for weeks with a broken back.

Falkirk 1 Dunfermline 2: Just a Par-fect day

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:56:00 +0000

Should the division one championship trophy be wearing black and white ribbons come the end of the season then there is every chance that Saturday, March 12 will be seen as the day it all swung back the Pars' way.

Scottish Cup quarter-finals round-up

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:52:00 +0000

Nothing was decided in the weekend's Scottish Cup quarter-finals — which ended with three draws and a postponement — but there was no shortage of excitement.

Brechin City 2 St Johnstone 2: TV companies pass up on a cup cracker

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:21:00 +0000

Brechin City Scottish Cup hero Craig Molloy has insisted the second division part-timers are still in with a big chance of progressing to the semi-finals, even though he admitted he was keen to gamble on getting a winner in Saturday's thrilling draw with St Johnstone.

Dundee United 2 Motherwell 2: Goodwillie wonder strike inspires tenacious Terrors

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:45:00 +0000

Dundee United showed once again on Sunday at Tannadice that they will not be relinquishing their hold on the Scottish Cup without a fight.

Dundee United v Motherwell: Russell desperate to sample Scottish Cup success

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 09:29:00 +0000

Dundee United's Johnny Russell was on the outside looking in last season as his teammates lifted the Scottish Cup at Hampden.

Major step for Dundee FC as deadline passes without appeals being lodged

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 08:14:00 +0000

Dundee took a major step towards coming out of administration when a deadline passed without any appeal being lodged against the club's creditors' voluntary arrangement (CVA).

Brechin City v St Johnstone FC: Steven Anderson out to plot downfall of former mentor Jim Weir

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 07:36:00 +0000

If St Johnstone defender Steven Anderson has his way, this afternoon his former mentor, Brechin City manager Jim Weir, will have cause to regret spending hours on one-to-one training with him a few years ago.

Progress paying off club debt revealed by Montrose FC chairman Derek Sim

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:25:00 +0000

Montrose chairman Derek Sim has revealed that the club have made "significant inroads" into paying off their debt.

Cup tie the priority — but thoughts of Brazil not far from Murray Davidson's mind

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:47:00 +0000

Murray Davidson has been tipped for a call-up to the Scotland squad for the glamour friendly against Brazil later this month, and the St Johnstone midfielder has admitted it would be a dream come true.

Brechin City's cup final veteran determined to guide team-mates into last four

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:13:00 +0000

Veteran goalkeeper Craig Nelson has twice been to a national cup final with first division clubs, but helping second division Brechin City to a semi-final would be an achievement out on its own.

Dundee United 2 Hamilton Accies 1: Tangerines take points with injury-time winner

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:37:00 +0000

Dundee United toiled to take care of Hamilton Accies at Tannadice, and had to rely on a dramatic injury-time winner from comeback captain Jon Daly.

Dunfermline FC coaches tapping into knowledge of renowned boss Dario Gradi

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:14:00 +0000

Dunfermline's head of youth development Stephen Wright has been embarking on a fact-finding mission to England and Europe to try to make sure the Pars are in the best possible position to attract future generations of young talent to the club.

Fans warned to prepare for the hangover after Dundee United's year of glory

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:40:00 +0000

Dundee United supporters should prepare for the break-up of their Scottish Cup-winning team in the summer, while also retaining real hope of further success in the future. That is the message from Tannadice chairman Stephen Thompson as he reflected on the financial performance of the club during the period to June last year, covering the memorable day at Hampden.

Scottish Cup quarter-final tests loyalties in the Weir household

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 12:12:00 +0000

Jim and Susan Weir used to be known as Mr and Mrs St Johnstone — but there will be divided loyalties in their household when Saints and Brechin City clash in Saturday's Scottish Cup quarter-final.

Glebe Park will hold no surprises for St Johnstone's cup veteran Peter Enckelman

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 09:58:00 +0000

Experiences both bitter and sweet in cup competitions in England will help motivate St Johnstone keeper Peter Enckelman for Saturday's Scottish Cup quarter-final against Second Division Brechin City.

Dundee FC defender Kyle Benedictus back in the fold and determined to make an impact

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 09:25:00 +0000

Dundee's Kyle Benedictus is determined to make up for lost time by finally establishing himself in the Dark Blues starting line-up.

Dundee United v Hamilton: Robertson plots Accies' downfall

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:26:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder David Robertson believes he has found the secret to success against Hamilton Accies.

St Johnstone will be a study in preparation for Brechin cup tie

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:24:00 +0000

St Johnstone's preparation for their Scottish Cup quarter-final against Brechin City at the weekend will be even more meticulous than for a league fixture, Perth boss Derek McInnes has vowed.

Dundee United's Darren Dods facing race to return this season

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 14:11:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Darren Dods fears his season is almost over.

Swanson's strike provided a sweet end to a sad day

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:40:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Danny Swanson has revealed how his superb strike against Aberdeen put a smile on his face on an otherwise sad day.

Forfar Athletic 2 Brechin City 1: Loons leave it late to take Angus derby spoils

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 10:26:00 +0000

Brechin boss Jim Weir ripped into his side after Forfar came from behind to win this Station Park derby clash with two goals in the last five minutes.

Dunfermline 1 Ross County 1: Pars' promotion hopes take another knock

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:43:00 +0000

Dunfermline's faltering promotion bid is in need of rapid resuscitation after they dropped another two precious points at East End Park.

Cowdenbeath 1 Dundee 3: Dark Blues move closer to safety with comfortable win

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:41:00 +0000

Dundee extended their unbeaten league run to 19 games with a comprehensive victory over Cowdenbeath at Central Park.

Forfar v Brechin: both sides have title interest going into Angus derby

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:14:00 +0000

Forfar coach John Young says the fight for the second division title is still wide open — and his side can't wait for tonight's Angus derby against Brechin.

Raith Rovers boss urges players to keep their eye on the ball

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:18:00 +0000

While everyone associated with Raith Rovers will no doubt have one eye on goings-on at East End Park tonight, manager John McGlynn has insisted his side's main focus will be on preparing for Partick Thistle this weekend.

Charlie King relying on Brechin City team-mates to secure day at Hampden

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:12:00 +0000

Brechin City veteran Charlie King has instructed his Glebe Park team-mates to beat St Johnstone in Saturday's Scottish Cup quarter-final so he can join them on the pitch at Hampden in the semi-final.

Ian McCall has enough on his plate without worrying about our eating habits, says Dundee FC boss

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 10:20:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has hit back at Ian McCall for having a dig at the Dens Park club after their Firhill draw on Saturday.

Saints star Murray Davidson on Craig Levein's 'radar'

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:25:00 +0000

St Johnstone FC midfielder Murray Davidson could be set for a dream Scotland debut against Brazil.

Alex Keddie will make it up to Dunfermline fans

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 07:41:00 +0000

Dunfermline are glad they've got a quick chance to get the 3-1 weekend home defeat to Morton out of their system, defender Alex Keddie has insisted.

Dundee United 3 Aberdeen 1: Danny Swanson stunner caps fine night

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 06:33:00 +0000

Dundee United stormed back into the top SPL six with a dominant display against Aberdeen on Monday night.

Dunfermline 1 Morton 3: day to forget for Pars defence

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 13:11:00 +0000

Even that famous old fictional barrister Rumpole of the Bailey would have struggled to make a convincing case for the Dunfermline defence on Saturday.

Partick Thistle 0 Dundee 0: only one story in match with little to write home about

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:05:00 +0000

Dundee's latest trialist Graham Bayne swapped the press box for the football pitch ... and he couldn't have been happier.

Aberdeen v Dundee United: top-six places dominating thoughts

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 07:32:00 +0000

Glancing at the SPL table today, you will find neither Dundee United nor Aberdeen sitting in the top six.

St Johnstone 1 Hibs 1: mishit shot ends St Johnstone keeper Peter Enckelman's clean sheet run

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 06:51:00 +0000

After keeping seven clean sheets in a row at McDiarmid Park, St Johnstone keeper Peter Enckelman probably deserved to be beaten by a spectacular overhead kick, an unstoppable 30-yarder or a missile of a diving header when the club record run was eventually brought to an end.

Dunfermline Athletic's Andy Kirk wants to March to the title

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 09:28:00 +0000

The first division has arrived at its crunch month and Dunfermline are determined to emerge at the end of it in a strong position to clinch the title.

Dundee United's home run chance to stay in top six

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Dundee United striker Andis Shala is seeking some home comfort when the Tangerines kick off a run of five successive matches at Tannadice.

Gary Harkins reveals the human side to Dundee FC's success

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:21:00 +0000

Dundee midfielder Gary Harkins has revealed that getting on well with his players is one of the secrets of manager Barry Smith's success.

Tough test ahead for miserly St Johnstone

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 07:27:00 +0000

If Hibs are to extend their five-game winning streak to six at McDiarmid Park this Saturday, they will have to bring to an end a St Johnstone clean sheet club record.

Raith Rovers out to prove the doubters wrong

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 06:48:00 +0000

Raith Rovers centre-half Mark Campbell reckons his side still haven't been given the credit they deserve for their tenacious title challenge so far this season — making them all the more determined to prove the doubters wrong.

Michael Duberry ruled out for St Johnstone, but Graham Gartland steps in

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 13:03:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry has been ruled out of action for up to six weeks.

Manager of the month Barry Smith feels lucky to have a job

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith scored a hat-trick of manager of the month awards then revealed how he could so easily have been joining the dole queue instead of leading the Dark Blues.

Peter Houston heaps praise on Dundee United striker David Goodwillie

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:28:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has praised frontman David Goodwillie for adding more to his game than just goals.

Supporters' society claims fans can shape Dundee FC's future

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 09:51:00 +0000

Dundee FC Supporters' Society has called on Dark Blues fans to help shape the "new dawn" of the club after it emerges fr om administration.

Dunfermline FC boss Jim McIntyre has every confidence in Chris Higgins

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:52:00 +0000

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre may have centre-backs Kevin Rutkiewicz and Andy Dowie available to him for the upcoming visit of Morton.

Leigh Griffiths applauds 'unbelievable' Dundee FC boss

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 08:19:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith should be a candidate for manager of the year, according to former Dark Blues' striker Leigh Griffiths.

St Johnstone 0 Aberdeen 0: Dominant Saints denied

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 07:20:00 +0000

There was a second successive home goalless draw for St Johnstone on Wednesday night, but their stalemate with Aberdeen could not have been more different to last midweek's against Dundee United.

Prince Buaben: the bench is no substitute for the starting line-up

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 06:36:00 +0000

Dundee United's Prince Buaben admits that there is no substitute for being in boss Peter Houston's starting line-up.

Johnny Russell signs new deal at Dundee United

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:03:00 +0000

Promising young Dundee United striker Johnny Russell has committed his future to the Tannadice club for the next three years.

Inverness CT 0 Dundee United 2: Tangerines' super-subs do the business

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 10:20:00 +0000

Dundee United's recent sequence of away games has ended with a victory in Inverness, thanks to super-subs Prince Buaben and David Robertson.

Smith on a scouting mission for future Dundee FC signings

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:35:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has been on a second division scouting mission so that he's ready to hit the ground running if and when the Dens Park club emerge out of administration.

St Johnstone v Aberdeen: start of decisive double for Saints' top-six hopes

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:58:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Danny Grainger believes Saints are facing a decisive double this week as they aim to keep their top-six hopes alive.

Raith Rovers boss says it's tough at the top — but tougher at the bottom

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:49:00 +0000

It is a proud John McGlynn who leads his Raith Rovers team into March as first division leaders, with the manager admitting he is relishing the pressure that comes with being out in front.

St Johnstone's Alan Maybury is ready for the call

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 10:47:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Alan Maybury has declared himself to be ready to step into the extremely big boots of Michael Duberry.

Dundee FC hot-shot Sean Higgins earns manager's praise

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 09:41:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has praised unsung hero Sean Higgins for helping to ensure that Leigh Griffiths' departure to Wolves has not been the body blow many fans feared.

Inverness CT v Dundee United: Clash will be no sightseeing trip for van der Meulen

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:02:00 +0000

Dundee United's Dutch defender Timothy van der Meulen is determined not to let the beautiful Highland scenery distract his attention from helping his new club secure a top-six finish as he travels north to face Inverness.

Dundee 1 Morton 1: Fans cheer fatigued Dark Blues

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:37:00 +0000

They had not played particularly well and had just dropped two points at home to a limited but well-organised Morton side, but the Dundee players were still given a standing ovation at the end of Saturday's game at Dens.

Rangers 4 St Johnstone 0: Saints outclassed by title-chasers

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 07:18:00 +0000

St Johnstone were hit for four at Ibrox yesterday as Rangers made up valuable ground on league leaders Celtic with a confident and comfortable win.

Hamilton 1 Dundee United 1: Casalinuovo blunder saves United's blushes

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 06:43:00 +0000

Damian Casalinuovo is already fondly remembered by Dundee United fans for kick-starting, or rather hand-starting, last season's Scottish Cup run at Partick Thistle.

Danny Invincibile signs for St Johnstone

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 07:51:00 +0000

St Johnstone have completed the short-term signing of free agent striker Danny Invincibile, and the Australian will go straight into the squad for Sunday's match against Rangers.

Raith Rovers' treatment table full as Albion match approaches

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:30:00 +0000

Raith boss John McGlynn is sweating over the fitness of four key players ahead of tomorrow's first division clash with Stirling Albion.

Dunfermline FC boss McIntyre has tunnel vision

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:20:00 +0000

With Dunfermline's title rivals Falkirk and Raith Rovers at home to the two teams at the bottom of the first division this weekend, the Pars' trip to Queen of the South would appear to be the hardest test for the three promotion hopefuls.

St Johnstone midfield crisis for Rangers game

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 09:58:00 +0000

St Johnstone have a potential midfield crisis on their hands as they prepare to face Rangers at Ibrox on Sunday.

Dundee United just as hungry as Hamilton Accies

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 08:46:00 +0000

Dundee United are just as hungry for points as Hamilton despite Accies being cast adrift at the bottom of the SPL.

Craig Robertson counting Dundee FC blessings

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 08:13:00 +0000

Craig Robertson still can't believe that he has realised his lifelong ambition of playing for Dundee.

St Johnstone to get out of the ruts at Ibrox

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:34:00 +0000

The Ibrox playing surface bears the scars of the severe Scottish winter like every other pitch across the country, but to the St Johnstone players it will feel like a bowling green.

Effects of Dundee FC loss still weigh on Raith Rovers

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:22:00 +0000

Raith Rovers still feel fallout from their defeat to Dundee on Tuesday, with manager John McGlynn's selection worries worsening.

Dundee United's van der Meulen finds pitch battle no surprise

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:16:00 +0000

For a player who honed his ball-playing skills at the world famous Ajax youth academy, Dundee United's Timothy van der Meulen would have been excused for suffering something of a culture shock when he was thrown into the more agricultural environment that is the Scottish Premier League.

Ex-Lochee United man Craig Robertson fitting in well at Dundee FC

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 06:51:00 +0000

The solid and assured debut display from trialist midfielder Craig Robertson may have surprised many at Stark's Park but it didn't come as a shock to his new Dundee team-mates.

Ayr United v East Fife: Robertson keeping it consistent

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:12:00 +0000

East Fife manager John Robertson has confirmed he is likely to stick with the same squad that drew with Brechin on Saturday when they visit Ayr United tonight.

Dunfermline FC looking to the future after tough financial year

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:34:00 +0000

Dunfermline have set up a subsidiary company geared at providing future players for the club.

Arbroath v Elgin City: Lichties look the extend lead

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:14:00 +0000

Arbroath welcome Elgin to Gayfield tonight hoping to extend their fragile lead at the top of division three.

Brechin City 1 Livingston 0: Molloy magic decides top-of-the-table clash

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:32:00 +0000

Brechin City dug deep to take all three points in the division two top-of-the-table clash against Livingston at Glebe Park.

Raith Rovers 1 Dundee 2: Barry Smith's incredible unbeaten run continues

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:54:00 +0000

The Barry Smith bandwagon rolls on, with the Dundee players doing their manager proud again as they saw off division one leaders Raith Rovers at Stark's Park.

St Johnstone 0 Dundee United 0: Pitch takes blame after dull encounter

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:14:00 +0000

An uninspiring Tayside derby got the result it deserved — a goalless draw.

East Fife receive some better news on Robert Sloan injury

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 14:18:00 +0000

East Fife have been boosted by the news that midfielder Robert Sloan's knee injury is not as serious as first thought.

Dundee United acquisition van der Meulen has impressed — Scott Robertson

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 12:02:00 +0000

Timothy van der Meulen is being backed to put his Tynecastle troubles behind him when Dundee United face St Johnstone tonight.

Dundee FC aim to survive test — Stephen O'Donnell

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 11:08:00 +0000

One of the stories of the season thus far in the first division has been Dundee's remarkable 15-match unbeaten league run.

Ross County v Dunfermline FC: Gary Mason wary of Staggies

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 10:04:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Gary Mason hopes his former manager Jimmy Calderwood is a great success as the new boss of Ross County-as long as that success starts after the Pars play the Staggies tonight in Dingwall.

Brechin City boast strong squad against Livingston

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:01:00 +0000

Brechin welcome promotion rivals Livingston to Glebe Park tonight, boosted by the availability of a near full-strength squad.

Raith Rovers to put position before reprisals against Dundee

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:51:00 +0000

Raith Rovers will have nothing else but staying at the top of the table on their mind when Dundee come calling tonight.

St Johnstone v Dundee United: Enckelman aims for six of the best

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:29:00 +0000

St Johnstone goalie Peter Enckelman is determined to make it six of the best consecutive clean sheets when he turns out against Dundee United at McDiarmid Park tonight.

Dundee United's injury crisis deepens

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:29:00 +0000

Dundee United's injury woes have worsened considerably as they prepare for their match against St Johnstone tomorrow.

Match report: Stirling Albion 0 Dundee 1

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:03:00 +0000

There can't be many people left who believe Dundee will be relegated from the first division in May, but the players and management at Dens Park are collectively putting fingers in their ears.

Match report: Hearts 2 Dundee United 1

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 06:46:00 +0000

Lady luck has not just turned her back on Dundee United, she has stormed off in the huff leaving them wondering what they have done to upset her.

Kevin Rutkiewicz says momentum is key for Dunfermline Athletic

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 09:30:00 +0000

First Division success is still fresh in the mind of Dunfermline defender Kevin Rutkiewicz, and his recent title experience with St Johnstone tells him the Pars are now embarking upon the most important stage of the season.

Gary Harkins praises joker Jocky Scott

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 08:01:00 +0000

Gary Harkins has revealed former Dundee boss Jocky Scott often stunned his players by being the club's most unlikely joker.

Arvydas Novikovas eyes starting place for St Johnstone

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 07:40:00 +0000

St Johnstone loan winger Arvydas Novikovas is hoping that an impressive spell of form with his new club will help win him a place in the Lithuanian team for their upcoming glamour clash with world champions Spain.

Dundee United just have to get on with it — Sean Dillon

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 06:55:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Sean Dillon is accentuating the positive when it comes to the club's frenetic fixture schedule.

Raith Rovers keen to put Dens reversal behind them

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 06:00:00 +0000

Raith Rovers midfielder Allan Walker maintains the best way his side can put last weekend's late reversal behind them is to return to winning ways against Cowdenbeath this Saturday.

Samuel eager to hit Highland goal trail with St Johnstone

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 08:32:00 +0000

The long haul to the Highlands is probably the least favourite journey of many Scottish footballers — but as far as St Johnstone striker Collin Samuel is concerned it's at the top of his list.

Jocky Scott gives Dundee FC his seal of approval

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 07:45:00 +0000

Former Dundee boss Jocky Scott is convinced the Dark Blues are in no danger of relegation.

Dunfermline wary of Ross County's 'Calderwood factor'

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 07:02:00 +0000

A Ross County side fired up by a former manager returning to a dug-out for the first time this season is probably the last type of opponent Dunfermline would have chosen for Saturday afternoon, but that's exactly what they're going to get.

Robertson urged to stake a claim for full-time Dundee United spot

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 06:36:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has urged new arrival Jordan Robertson to secure a permanent stay at the club.

Injury may put East Fife FC's Robert Sloan out for rest of season

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:14:00 +0000

East Fife midfielder Robert Sloan could be out for the rest of the season as a result of the injury he picked up on Tuesday night.

No surprise Craig Forsyth is transfer target, says Dundee FC boss Smith

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:52:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has admitted he expected there to be interest shown in Craig Forsyth.

Dundee United call-off against Accies leads to four games a week

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 07:44:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has told his players to prepare to play four times in a week after yet another match fell foul of the weather.

Match report: Forfar Athletic 1 Alloa Athletic 1

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:15:00 +0000

Forfar manager Dick Campbell admitted his team were lucky to escape with a point against Alloa at Station Park and should have been three goals down at half-time.

Dark future as Tom Brighton forced to leave Dundee FC

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:55:00 +0000

Tom Brighton will start ringing round managers in search of employment this morning, after being denied a move to Dundee.

Match report: Dunfermline Athletic 1 Falkirk 1

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 07:30:00 +0000

Dunfermline snatched a precious point with a late equaliser at East End Park which took them to within one of first division leaders Raith Rovers.

Update: Brechin City v Ayr United match postponed

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:47:00 +0000

Staff at Brechin City worked around the clock in a bid to make Glebe Park playable for tonight's promotion showdown with Ayr United — but the match has been postponed after a pitch inspection at 2.30pm.

Match preview: Forfar v Alloa

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:04:00 +0000

Forfar face Alloa for the second time in three days tonight.

Match preview: East Fife v Dumbarton

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:15:00 +0000

East Fife can ease further away from the drop zone with victory at home to Dumbarton this evening, although Bayview boss John Robertson will certainly be taking nothing for granted.

Raith Rovers boss McGlynn is focusing on the bigger picture

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:26:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn insists that his team have already put their injury-time Dens Park ordeal behind them.

Dunfermline target victory over Falkirk and a return to top spot

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 10:12:00 +0000

Dunfermline captain Austin McCann wants the Pars to carry their good form into the crunch game against Falkirk.

St Johnstone's Kevin Moon's injury troubles may soon be behind him

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:26:00 +0000

After months on the sidelines looking on as his team-mates impress in the SPL, Saints midfield star Kevin Moon is hoping he's just weeks from ending his injury hell.

Hernia operation will keep Dundee United's Jon Daly out for up to six weeks

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:49:00 +0000

Dundee United captain Jon Daly will undergo a hernia operation on Thursday, which will keep him out of action for up to six weeks.

Dundee FC's transfer embargo remains in place

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:17:00 +0000

The Dens Park side has learned the transfer embargo imposed on the club while it was in administration is to remain in force.

Call-offs hitting St Johnstone in the pocket

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 09:17:00 +0000

The cost to the St Johnstone coffers of a succession of postponed Saturday home matches — the latest of which was Saturday's match against Aberdeen — is now at £100,000 and counting.

Match report: Dundee United 1 Celtic 3

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:33:00 +0000

Dundee United's three-month, 11-game unbeaten run was brought to a shuddering halt by a Celtic team that produced moments of footballing excellence at Tannadice on Sunday afternoon.

Match report: Dundee 2 Raith Rovers 1

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 07:19:00 +0000

Some Neil McCann magic was sprinkled over Dens Park on Saturday as the veteran winger produced a fairytale finish to Dundee's match against Raith Rovers.

Dunfermline midfielder Mason is full of praise for derby rivals Cowden

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 09:13:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath may have taken only one point from their last six league games — including a 5-0 hammering from Dunfermline — but the respect in which their manager Jimmy Nicholl is held will ensure there will be complacency from the Pars at Central Park.

Davidson content to make St Johnstone a priority

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:51:00 +0000

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson was on club duty as the next generation of Scotland stars played Northern Ireland off the park in Dublin in midweek.

United's Swanson facing mental battle as Celtic visit Tannadice

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:33:00 +0000

Danny Swanson certainly hasn't had his injury problems to seek this season, but now the Dundee United midfielder believes his next obstacle is mental rather than physical.

Return of Neil McCann adds to Dundee's cheer ahead of Raith clash

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:23:00 +0000

Former fans' favourite Neil McCann will be back in the dark blue of Dundee when Division One leaders Raith Rovers visit Dens Park.

Dundee United warn Celtic it will be no easier this time

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:37:00 +0000

Dundee United assistant manager Gary Kirk believes their games against Celtic and Rangers have extra spice these days because the Old Firm hate coming to Tannadice.

Jim Weir furious as broadcasters choose not to televise Brechin FC's historic cup tie

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:53:00 +0000

Furious Brechin City manager Jim Weir yesterday slammed both BBC and Sky for overlooking their Scottish Cup quarter-final clash with St Johnstone for live television coverage.

Dundee FC aim to complete the set by beating Raith Rovers

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:49:00 +0000

Dundee's long unbeaten league run will get its acid test when first division leaders Raith Rovers visit Dens Park this weekend, Dark Blues boss Barry Smith admitted yesterday.

Flying St Johnstone come full circle

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:52:00 +0000

St Johnstone will be looking to complete the circle at McDiarmid Park on saturday when they welcome the team they defeated back in November to set in motion a run of results that has taken them to joint sixth in the SPL and into the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

John McGlynn won't let Dundee FC's news upset Raith Rovers' preparations

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:10:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn will not let the news Dundee have taken a major step closer to securing their long-term future affect his side's preparations for this weekend's match between the two teams.

Dundee FC striker Sean Higgins wants club to retain 'siege mentality'

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:41:00 +0000

The threat of liquidation may have passed for Dundee, but striker Sean Higgins doesn't want the club to lose the siege mentality that has inspired a 13-match unbeaten league run.

Dundee United's Scott Robertson sets himself a new goal

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:51:00 +0000

A fast expanding group of Dundee United players has discovered the goalscoring touch in recent weeks, and Scott Robertson is determined to join the club.

St Johnstone keep the Scottish Cup dream alive

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 07:55:00 +0000

It was far from pretty, but it was a case of job done as St Johnstone kept their Scottish Cup dream alive on the McDiarmid Park mud on Wednesday night.

Firms themselves must decide on trade with Dundee FC: Alan Mitchell

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 07:01:00 +0000

A Dundee business leader says it is up to each business to decide whether it wants to get onside with Dundee Football Club again.

Cowdenbeath FC face playing nine games in March

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:42:00 +0000

Weather permitting, Cowdenbeath still have four games left to play in February, but manager Jimmy Nicholl believes it will be the 31 days of March that will shape his club's first division destiny.

Three players to make Raith Rovers return

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:12:00 +0000

Rovers manager John McGlynn is optimistic that all three players who picked up injuries against Stirling Albion at the weekend will be fit to face Dundee on Saturday.

Dundee United's Jon Daly believes Craig Conway can be a big hit in England

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:03:00 +0000

Dundee United captain Jon Daly has backed team-mate Craig Conway to be the next Scottish success story in England — if that's the career path the Scotland winger chooses in the summer.

St Johnstone hoping for third time lucky with Scottish Cup match

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 08:31:00 +0000

St Johnstone are hoping that it will be third time lucky for their Scottish Cup fifth-round tie against Partick Thistle, which is now scheduled to take place on Wednesday evening.

Revealed: full list of Dundee FC creditors

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 07:52:00 +0000

The full list of Dundee FC creditors was revealed at the crucial meeting at Dens Park on Tuesday.

Dundee FC: Billy Dodds insists his conscience is clear

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 07:20:00 +0000

Former Dundee assistant manager Billy Dodds has insisted he has a clear conscience after voting against Dundee's CVA, claiming the club's directors are the ones to blame for the administration woes at Dens Park.

Relief and regrets after Dundee FC strike creditors deal

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 06:45:00 +0000

The man who helped save Dundee FC by securing a Creditors' Voluntary Arrangement has expressed regret that so many people have lost money in order for the Dark Blues to avoid liquidation.

Dunfermline FC's Alex Burke has his eyes set on the SPL

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:03:00 +0000

Dunfermline can turn dismay at being ousted from the Scottish Cup into determination to win the first division, according to midfielder Alex Burke.

Cowdenbeath FC boss Jimmy Nicol is happy with recent signings

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:28:00 +0000

The Cowden boss believes his transfer window signings have shown already they will be important figures in the club's end-of-season run-in.

UPDATE: Dundee FC strike creditors agreement with 81% support

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 12:55:00 +0000

Dundee FC live to fight another day after administrator Bryan Jackson this afteroon won his bid to secure a creditors' voluntary arrangement (CVA).

Dundee United boss Peter Houston says Craig Conway's call up had nothing to do with him

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:51:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has said he wasn't behind the Tannadice winger Craig Conway's call up to the Scotland squad.

Brechin City reflect on 'great day' in Buckie

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 10:56:00 +0000

Brechin City chairman Ken Ferguson has thanked the club's fans who made the trip to Buckie Thistle on Saturday to see their team book a place in the history books.

St Johnstone's Michael Duberry frustrated with delays as Thistle clash also in doubt

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 07:15:00 +0000

St Johnstone's rearranged Scottish Cup fifth round clash with Partick Thistle only has a slim chance of going ahead tonight, after the sodden McDiarmid Park playing surface was covered by four inches of snow on Monday.

Dunfermline Athletic chief executive confident Pars can break even

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 06:29:00 +0000

Dunfermline Athletic hope to "break even" by May this year despite making a loss last year.

Jim Weir relishes Brechin City's chances of facing St Johnstone

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 11:27:00 +0000

The draw for the Scottish Cup quarter-finals threw up the tantalising prospect of Brechin City manager Jim Weir battling it out with his old club St Johnstone for a place in the last four.

Match report: Arbroath FC 3 Albion Rovers 0

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 09:26:00 +0000

It's not often a team "grinds out" a 3-0 win, but Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin claims that is exactly what his side managed against Albion Rovers.

Match report: Elgin City 1 Montrose 0

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:54:00 +0000

Montrose slipped to a 1-0 defeat away to Elgin after failing to break down a tough home defence.

Craig Conway refuses to be distracted by transfer rumours

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:09:00 +0000

Craig Conway is getting used to Dundee United spurning advances from other clubs for his signature.

Match report: Stenhousemuir 0 Forfar Athletic 1

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 07:24:00 +0000

Forfar smuggled all three points away from Stenhousemuir on Saturday, after going a goal up and being reduced to 10 men in the space of 20 minutes.

Match report: Aberdeen 1 Dunfermline 0

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:28:00 +0000

There was agony in Aberdeen for Dunfermline as a disastrous own goal in the 91st minute sent them crashing out of the Scottish Cup.

Raith Rovers wary of Jocky Scott's Binos

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 09:32:00 +0000

Stirling Albion will have a big say in whether February is a month to savour for Raith Rovers, as the Stark's Park side come up against Jocky Scott's men twice in the next three weeks.

Veteran Brechin City keeper still hungry for Scottish Cup glory

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 08:27:00 +0000

Craig Nelson may be the elder statesman of the Brechin City team by some distance, but the veteran keeper is as hungry as a teenager for a taste of Scottish Cup glory.

McCann has faith in Dunfermline Athletic stand-ins

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 08:14:00 +0000

The last player to pull on the gloves for Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup was club captain Austin McCann.

Gary Dempsey not feeling grey at Dundee FC

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 07:55:00 +0000

New Dundee trialist Gary Dempsey has already shown there are no grey areas for him as he prepares for today's trip to Queen of the South.

Grainger looking for St Johnstone hat-trick at Hampden

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:43:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Danny Grainger has been a good luck charm when it comes to reaching cup finals, but the problem is he doesn't actually get to play in them.

Dundee United's Scottish Cup run gives Kenneth deja vu

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:06:00 +0000

Dundee United centre-half Garry Kenneth sees certain similarities between this season's Scottish Cup and last year's competition.

Dunfermline FC players are told to enjoy Scottish Cup clash with Dons

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 11:28:00 +0000

The Pars players need only look at their manager's CV for proof Scottish Cup success is attainable for them in Aberdeen and beyond.

St Johnstone star Jody Morris warns against complacency

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:56:00 +0000

A shock cup upset when Jody Morris was a Chelsea player gave the midfielder one of the worst memories of his career, and the St Johnstone skipper is determined he won't be reminded of the feeling at McDiarmid Park.

Dundee United new boy Timothy van der Meulen keen to emulate Prince Buaben

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 08:40:00 +0000

Dundee United's new Dutch defender Timothy van der Meulen will be content if he can contribute as much to the cause as their other former Ajax player.

Brechin City pair eye last eight of Scottish Cup

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 07:59:00 +0000

Brechin City's Rory McAllister and Neil Janczyk have had a taste of SPL football, and both revealed they still harbour ambitions to one day get back there.

Dunfermline Athletic sign St Johnstone's Kevin Rutkiewicz

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 07:02:00 +0000

Dunfermline have tied up experienced St Johnstone defender Kevin Rutkiewicz on a loan deal through to the end of the season.

Dundee United warned to expect a rejuvenated Hamilton Accies

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:48:00 +0000

Dundee United have been warned that Hamilton will rediscover their fighting spirit for Saturday's Scottish Cup fifth-round clash.

Recovered notes can help Brechin City overcome Buckie Thistle

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:43:00 +0000

Brechin City assistant manager Kevin McGowne has revealed he had to dig into his bin to ensure the Glebe Park club are fully prepared for the forthcoming Scottish Cup fifth round clash with Buckie Thistle.

Kirk keen to savour Scottish Cup glory with Dunfermline Athletic

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Andy Kirk has some special cup memories from his career back in Northern Ireland, and now the Dunfermline striker is keen to add some more Scottish ones.

Dundee United frustrated at yet another call-off

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 08:12:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has bemoaned yet another call-off for his team, warning they could end up playing four times a week to clear the backlog.

St Johnstone given 'wee spark' by Stevie May

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:38:00 +0000

The emergence of Stevie May as an SPL striker over the last couple of weeks has been as big a boost to St Johnstone as any signing they could have made in the recent transfer window, defender Dave Mackay has insisted.

Jim McIntyre has not given up on adding to Dunfermline FC squad

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:52:00 +0000

The transfer window may have closed, but that doesn't mean Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has given up on strengthening his squad.

Match preview: Inverness CT v Dundee United

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:47:00 +0000

Barry Douglas had his debut for Dundee United ruined by a hammering from the Highlanders and the young defender is looking to make Inverness pay.

Douglas ready ahead of Dundee FC visit to Queen of the South

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:22:00 +0000

Dundee goalkeeper Rab Douglas has been declared fully fit ahead of Saturday's trip to Dumfries.

Match report: Forfar Athletic 0 East Fife 0

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 07:46:00 +0000

East Fife manager John Robertson felt his side should have taken all three points from a lively second division encounter against Forfar at Station Park.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 Hamilton 0

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 06:42:00 +0000

The reputation of young St Johnstone star Stevie May was further enhanced at McDiarmid Park by two goals that steered the Perth side to a comfortable win.

Match preview: Forfar v East Fife

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:00:00 +0000

East Fife face a crunch game at Forfar tonight as they fight to stay in the second division.

Match preview: St Johnstone v Hamilton Accies

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 14:09:00 +0000

Jamie Adams has had a run of bad luck since he returned to St Johnstone from his loan deal at Dundee.

Gary Demsey joins Dundee FC on trial

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:58:00 +0000

Dundee have taken former Dunfermline and Aberdeen midfielder Gary Dempsey on trial.

Team's rapid rise has surprised Arbroath FC boss Paul Sheerin

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:26:00 +0000

Arbroath's rapid rise to the top of the third division has surprised even their own manager.

Brechin City's biggest week begins here

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:12:00 +0000

This biggest week in Brechin City's season is about to begin in Livingston.

Injury boost for Raith Rovers

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:50:00 +0000

It may have been quiet on the transfer front at Stark's Park but Raith Rovers received some good injury news.

TRANSFER NEWS: Dunfermline's Willie Gibson has a shot at glory

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:46:00 +0000

Willie Gibson could soon be lining up against the likes of Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand at Old Trafford, after the Dunfermline winger completed a deadline day transfer to FA Cup headline makers Crawley Town.

TRANSFER NEWS: St Johnstone sign Arvydas Novikovas but shed Milne and Dobie

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:11:00 +0000

It was a case of one in and two out for St Johnstone as the transfer window closed.

TRANSFER NEWS: Dundee United block Rangers bid for Craig Conway

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:35:00 +0000

There was drama at Tannadice as the transfer window closed when Dundee United rejected a late bid from Rangers to land winger Craig Conway.

Sky Sports furore should inspire female referees

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:21:00 +0000

A Fife football official has urged more women to join her ranks and not be dissuaded by recent revelations surrounding sexism in the sport.

Match report: Dundee United 3 Hibs 0

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:06:00 +0000

Dundee United kicked their drawing habit with a convincing victory over Hibs at Tannadic that lifted them into the top half of the SPL.

Ajax defender Timothy van der Muelen on trial at Dundee United

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:16:00 +0000

Dundee United have brought in an Ajax central defender on a week's trial.

Alan Maybury steps up for St Johnstone

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 09:30:00 +0000

Danny Grainger's loss is to be Alan Maybury's gain, with the former Hearts full-back gearing himself up for a return to the St Johnstone starting line-up against his old club at Tynecastle today.

Quick return to Firhill for new Dunfermline signing Liam Buchanan

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 08:40:00 +0000

New Dunfermline signing Liam Buchanan doesn't mind facing his former team-mates at Firhill this Saturday.

Tom Brighton hopes to return to Dundee FC

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Tom Brighton's short and sharp stint with Dundee comes to an end at Cowdenbeath this Saturday — but the trialist striker hasn't given up hope of making a permanent switch to Dens Park.

Raith Rovers boss says it's tight at the top

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 07:13:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn reckons his side and Falkirk can serve up another great advert for the first division at Stark's Park this Saturday — simply because there's little to choose between all of the teams in the league.

Raith Rovers' Iain Davidson in a race against time

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:24:00 +0000

Raith Rovers midfielder Iain Davidson is facing a race against time to be fit for the weekend clash with Falkirk.

Brechin FC to battle Buckie to keep Scottish Cup dream alive

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 12:23:00 +0000

The team standing between Brechin City and their first Scottish Cup quarter-final appearance is now Buckie Thistle after East Stirlingshire were thrown out of the competition.

Dundee United have Hearts in their sights

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:17:00 +0000

There may be a 19-point chasm separating Hearts and Dundee United, but Tannadice defender Garry Kenneth has insisted the fight for third place in the SPL is still very much on.

Dundee FC full-back Irvine plans to follow in Leigh Griffiths' footsteps

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:26:00 +0000

Leigh Griffiths has secured his dream move to England, and former Dundee team-mate Gary Irvine hasn't given up hope of one day following him.

Clarke ready for selection fight as Dunfermline Athletic bolster squad

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:48:00 +0000

Dunfermline striker Pat Clarke has said that he knows only his best form will keep him in the first team.

Young St Johnstone striker Stevie May's a cut above the rest

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:09:00 +0000

With a head of hair that his St Johnstone team-mates have likened to Spanish World Cup winner Carles Puyol, teenage striker Stevie May was never going to be inconspicuous on a football field.

Danny Cadamarteri parts ways with Dundee United

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 07:36:00 +0000

Dundee United have released striker Danny Cadamarteri.

Dundee FC's Sean Higgins regrets red card

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:17:00 +0000

Dundee's Sean Higgins admits he owes a big debt to his team-mates after he picked up a red card following what he described as a "moment of madness."

Dundee FC administrator Bryan Jackson says club's survival is the priority

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:41:00 +0000

Dundee FC administrator Bryan Jackson has said appealing the club's 25-point penalty at the Court of Session would be the "right battle at the wrong time."

Parting praise for Dark Blues as Leigh Griffiths joins Wolves

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:03:00 +0000

Leigh Griffiths has been unveiled as a Wolves player, after the final details were completed on his £150,000 transfer from Dundee.

Match report: St Mirren 1 Dundee United 1

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:01:00 +0000

Draw and late goal specialists Dundee United continued both habits against St Mirren by salvaging a point in Paisley in the 88th minute.

Match report: St Johnstone 1 Motherwell 0

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 07:28:00 +0000

St Johnstone extended their unbeaten run to five games with a narrow, if well-deserved, victory over Motherwell at McDiarmid Park.

Dunfermline FC boss not ruling out more transfer activity

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:41:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre says last week's capture of Liam Buchanan may not be the last piece of business he conducts before the transfer window shuts.

Gary Dempsey set for trial with Dundee FC

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:03:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has had talks with former Aberdeen and Dunfermline midfielder Gary Dempsey about joining the Dark Blues as a trialist.

St Johnstone keen to make amends

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:25:00 +0000

St Johnstone will be looking to erase the memory of their worst performance of the season when they come up against Motherwell at McDiarmid Park tonight.

Tangerines' huddle surprised players

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 07:59:00 +0000

Dundee United's Keith Watson has revealed that the club's captain kept their new pre-match huddle routine a secret from the rest of the players until the last possible moment.

Leigh Griffiths transfer to Wolves confirmed — Bryan Jackson

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 07:23:00 +0000

Dundee administrator Bryan Jackson has revealed that Wolves have officially confirmed they will be signing Leigh Griffiths.

Dundee FC's boss in tribute to battling Nicky Riley

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 11:25:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has paid tribute to Nicky Riley after the winger bravely left his sick bed to play against Falkirk on Saturday.

Rutted pitch no excuse for St Johnstone players

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:21:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes will not allow his players to be distracted by the state of the McDiarmid Park playing surface as they attempt to replicate their impressive away form on their own patch.

John McGlynn has no fear of late promotion challengers

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:15:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn doesn't expect any of the First Division title challengers to replicate Inverness Caley Thistle's scintillating second-half form of last season.

Forfar Athletic raring to get started again

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 07:42:00 +0000

Dick Campbell's Forfar side are becoming increasingly frustrated with their growing backlog of fixtures but are cautiously optimistic that Tuesday night's second division trip to Dumbarton will not become the latest casualty of the winter weather.

Dundee United look for payback from St Mirren

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:41:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is looking for a reversal of fortune on Wednesday night against the only team to beat them in the last 12 matches.

Win will see Arbroath FC leapfrog into top spot

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:05:00 +0000

The timing has been slightly delayed but the objective remains exactly the same for Third Division high-flyers Arbroath, who welcome East Stirling to Gayfield on Tuesday night.

Match report: St Johnstone 0 St Mirren 0

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 09:27:00 +0000

The St Johnstone defence turned in a faultless performance on a far from pitch perfect playing surface in a drab draw blamed on the underfoot conditions.

Dundee United battling for each other — Dillon

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:59:00 +0000

Dundee United's dressing room morale is bullet-proof from the effects of off-field issues, Tannadice defender Sean Dillon has insisted.

Match report: Montrose 0 Annan Athletic 1

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 07:29:24 +0000

Montrose manager Steven Tweed claimed he would have been better staying at home on Saturday, after watching Annan somehow avoid a clear-cut sending off before snatching all three points at Links Park.

Match report: Kilmarnock 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 07:14:00 +0000

In Scotland the habit of scoring last-minute goals is supposed to be the preserve of the Old Firm, but Dundee United are fast becoming masters of the art.

Match report: Dundee 1 Falkirk 0

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 06:33:00 +0000

Dundee's Craig Forsyth has paid tribute to Leigh Griffiths, as the club's star striker prepares to seal a dream transfer to the English Premier League with Wolves.

Departing Leigh Griffiths reluctant to steal the limelight

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 11:04:00 +0000

The curtain may be about to come down on his Dundee career but Saturday's match against Falkirk should not be billed as the Leigh Griffiths show.

Grant Murray relieved to return to Raith Rovers squad

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 09:49:00 +0000

Raith Rovers star Grant Murray has spoken of his relief at shaking off a rib injury so he will be fit to face Morton this Saturday.

Craig Conway looks to Dundee United cup win for inspiration

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Craig Conway is hoping that a Scottish Cup victory secured under pressure can once again work its magic for Dundee United.

St Johnstone home in on SPL safety

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 07:36:00 +0000

St Johnstone's ascent from the SPL danger zone has been achieved on the road, but if the Perth men are going to take the next step and secure a top-six place it will have to be on the back of equally impressive home form.

Change of date for Dundee FC creditors meeting

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 06:58:00 +0000

The date of the meeting when those due money by Dundee FC will be asked to accept a creditors' voluntary arrangement (CVA) has been moved to February 8.

Dunfermline Athletic want to shut out Stirling Albion

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 06:17:00 +0000

Dunfermline are fast gaining a reputation as a free scoring side, but defender Alex Keddie won't be happy until they're known as miserly at the back as well.

SPL clubs motivated by 'finance and greed' — Raith Rovers boss

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:13:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has branded the move by the SPL clubs to return to a top league of 10 as being motivated purely by greed.

Cowdenbeath set to be frozen out of Central Park yet again

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 09:34:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath's first home game since November 6 is in severe doubt, after the Central Park playing surface was hit by frost.

Peter Houston praises Dundee United's dependable defender Sean Dillon

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:56:00 +0000

The duel of the Dubliners will take place at Rugby Park this weekend and Dundee United believe their Irishman can win the personal battle.

Sam Parkin targets Saints return and winning mind game against Buddies

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:23:00 +0000

Sam Parkin was dropped to the bench for St Johnstone's last match at Kilmarnock, but the Perth striker can make a persuasive case for a quick return to the starting line-up against St Mirren.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith welcomes 'fired-up' Jocky Scott's return with rivals

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 07:41:00 +0000

Barry Smith has given Jocky Scott a warm welcome back to football as Stirling Albion boss but will be doing all he can to catch his new team.

Dunfermline Athletic sign Jags striker Liam Buchanan in bid to boost title tilt

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 06:59:00 +0000

Dunfermline have bolstered their attacking options by signing Liam Buchanan from Partick Thistle.

Young Arbroath FC fans can go free this weekend

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 11:32:00 +0000

Arbroath are giving an extra incentive to young fans to enjoy the Lichties' return to home league action this weekend.

Goalscoring versatility pleases Raith Rovers boss

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 11:01:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn admits he has been delighted with the way his players have been grabbing goals from all areas of the park in the first half of the season so far.

Tom Brighton hopes to be rock for Dundee FC

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:01:00 +0000

Dundee trialist Tom Brighton hopes to be a rock for his new side as they attempt to escape relegation.

Stevie Banks enjoying key Dundee United role

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:48:00 +0000

Veteran keeper Stevie Banks has already picked up two Scottish Cup winners' medals without so much as laying a glove on a ball either with Dundee United last season or Hearts in 2006.

Dunfermline FC skipper hopes penalty spot of bother is his last

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 06:49:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Austin McCann is hoping that Tuesday night's Scottish Cup replay against Montrose is the first and last time he has to pull on a pair of goalkeeping gloves in a game.

Dundee United will not vote for 10-team SPL, claims Thompson

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:50:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has attempted to clarify his stance as regards a 10-team league, insisting he is merely adopting a pragmatic approach to the issue that has engulfed Scottish football.

Good Leigh Griffiths news for Dundee FC

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has received a major boost with the news that Wolves-bound striker Leigh Griffiths will be able to play against Falkirk.

Match report: Dunfermline 5 Montrose 3

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 07:46:00 +0000

Dunfermline got the better of Montrose in an incredible fourth round Scottish Cup replay at East End Park.

Match report: Ross County 0 Dundee United 0 (3-4 on penalties)

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 06:38:00 +0000

Dundee United kept alive their hopes of retaining the Scottish Cup in the Highlands — but only just.

Dundee FC boss confident ahead of Falkirk's visit, despite lack of strikers

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:10:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith insists his side can once again triumph in adversity despite facing a striker crisis for Saturday's game against Falkirk.

Arbroath FC back in the hunt for third division title

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 13:22:00 +0000

Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin has said the Lichties are back in the championship race after stacking up nine goals in two tricky away games.

Raith Rovers emerge from winter's grip with strong results

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:47:00 +0000

Raith Rovers were the worst-affected of all the first division promotion hopefuls by the winter freeze but have emerged with the best set of results.

St Johnstone boss looking forward to enjoying home comforts

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:14:00 +0000

St Johnstone may have enjoyed life on the road these last few months, but manager Derek McInnes can't wait to get back home.

Dundee United director Derek Robertson resigns

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:40:00 +0000

Dundee United director Derek Robertson has formally resigned from the Tannadice board.

Ryan Thomson eyes cup place as Dunfermline prepare to meet Montrose

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:24:00 +0000

Ryan Thomson held his nerve to make a successful first start for Dunfermline and now he wants to give Montrose something to worry about on Tuesday.

Scott Robertson says trip to Dingwall suits Dundee United

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 08:03:00 +0000

Dundee United's Scott Robertson believes his side can start to home in on retaining the Scottish Cup playing away at Ross County on Tuesday night.

Clubs declare 'broad' consensus on 10-team SPL

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 06:50:00 +0000

The Scottish football reconstruction saga has taken another twist after the country's SPL clubs appeared to fall in line behind controversial plans for a top division of 10.

Match report: Albion Rovers 0 Montrose 2

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:51:00 +0000

Montrose have set themselves up for a crack at a Scottish Cup upset at Dunfermline this week after their 2-0 victory over Albion Rovers.

Match report: Berwick Rangers 0 Arbroath 4

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:06:00 +0000

Paul Sheerin could not hide his delight at the weekend after his on-fire Arbroath side cruised to a 4-0 away victory against Berwick.

Thompson defends Dundee United's latest call-off

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:32:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has insisted they did everything by the book in the face of the latest postponement to hit the Tannadice club.

Match report: Airdrie United 2 Brechin City 2

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 08:58:00 +0000

A 25-yard strike from Paul McLean in the dying minutes of Brechin's game at Airdrie United earned Jim Weir's side a valuable point as they continue to push for promotion.

Tannadice chief Stephen Thompson prepared to listen to SPL proposals

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:31:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson will join representatives of the 11 other SPL clubs at Hampden Park as they try to reach some sort of consensus on Scottish football's future.

Match report: Dunfermline 0 Dundee FC 0

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 06:53:00 +0000

Anxiety swept down from the stands on to the pitch at East End Park, with Dunfermline frustrating their fans with their inability to break down 10-man Dundee.

Rab Douglas says league survival would be highlight for battling Dundee FC

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 06:09:00 +0000

Rab Douglas has played in a UEFA Cup final, won leagues and cups with Celtic and kept goal for Scotland all over the world.

Player of the month award for Raith Rovers' Mark Campbell

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:20:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Mark Campbell has capped his remarkable comeback from a career-threatening car crash by being named the Irn-Bru Phenomenal First Division Player of the Month for December.

Matt Lockwood of Dundee FC claims SFL 'out to ruin lives'

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 09:50:00 +0000

Dundee defender Matt Lockwood has lamented the decision to reject the club's appeal against the 25-point deduction for being in administration, claiming that the Scottish Football League are "out to ruin lives."

Raith Rovers striker John Baird driven by fear of failure

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' John Baird insists the fear of failure has driven him on to become an integral part in John McGlynn's promotion-chasing side.

Dunfermline Athletic eye home record as Dundee FC come calling

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:11:00 +0000

Dunfermline and Dundee both put proud records on the line at East End Park this Saturday, and Pars midfielder Nick Phinn is determined that it won't be the home team's that is brought to an end.

St Johnstone to leave their cup heroics behind

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 07:22:00 +0000

For St Johnstone keeper Peter Enckelman, Tuesday night's Scottish Cup win against Hearts was a career highlight to savour, but he insisted he and his Perth team-mates will have no problem getting their minds back on league business this Saturday.

Morgaro Gomis focused on job at hand

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 06:47:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis has promised to banish all thoughts of his future to one side and try to help the Tangerines catch this Saturday's opponents, Hearts.

Dundee FC end points appeal — and deny Leigh Griffiths claims

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 06:00:00 +0000

Dundee are to call time on their battle against the 25-point penalty imposed on them by the Scottish Football League for going into administration.

Raith Rovers boss looking forward to a Dingwall Stag party

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:25:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is looking forward to locking horns with an old adversary when his side take on the Staggies in Dingwall on Saturday.

Homegrown Stevie May a St Johnstone hero of the future

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:56:00 +0000

St Johnstone fans could be about to witness the emergence of a new local hero in teenage striker Stevie May.

Dunfermline Athletic manager ignores Dens Park controversy

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:21:00 +0000

By the end of Friday, the first division snakes and ladders may have taken Dundee from second top back to the foot of the table.

Dundee FC boss Barry Smith is named manager of the month

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:42:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith may have been rewarded yet again for his work since taking charge at Dens Park — but would prefer to shine the spotlight on others.

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes to stay put

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 07:15:00 +0000

Burnley are expected to name Bournemouth's Eddie Howe as their next manager, bringing to an end a fortnight of speculation linking St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes with the post.

Winger Steven Robb to play for Thai Port — not Tayport

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:57:00 +0000

Former Dundee and Dundee United winger Steven Robb will jet out to Bangkok on Friday to sign a two-year contract with Thai Port.

Dundee FC chief criticises SFL for blocking Leigh Griffiths deal

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:17:00 +0000

Dundee FC chief executive Harry MacLean has hit out at the Scottish Football League for blocking a deal that would have kept Leigh Griffiths at Dens until the end of the season.

Chance of losing Derek McInnes to Burnley FC diminishes

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:03:00 +0000

The chances of St Johnstone losing their manager, Derek McInnes, to Burnley appear to have receded.

Veteran striker Jim Hamilton signs for East Fife

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 11:16:00 +0000

East Fife have completed the signing of veteran striker Jim Hamilton until the end of the season.

St Johnstone's Scottish Cup sights set on Hampden

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 10:35:00 +0000

St Johnstone's Peter MacDonald hopes the win over Hearts in the Scottish Cup on Tuesday night could be the launching pad for a run that will take them all the way to Hampden in May.

Brechin City ready to make club history in Scottish Cup

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 09:47:00 +0000

Tuesday night's Scottish Cup heroics have taken Brechin City to within 90 minutes of making club history.

Match report: Dundee United 2 Motherwell 0

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Dundee United have ended their long spell without a win in style at Tannadice, outplaying and comfortably beating Motherwell.

Houston expects Gomis to leave Tangerines

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:36:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has revealed that he expects Morgaro Gomis to leave the club at the end of the season.

Match report: Hearts 0 St Johnstone 1

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 07:26:00 +0000

St Johnstone were in seventh heaven after beating the country's form side Hearts 1-0 in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup at Tynecastle.

Blow to East Fife as Steven Campbell suffers broken leg

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:19:00 +0000

East Fife have been rocked by the news that defender Steven Campbell is likely to be out for six to eight weeks after breaking his leg in Saturday's Scottish Cup defeat to Aberdeen.

Brechin City aim to spring Scottish Cup upset on Queen of the South

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:33:00 +0000

Brechin make the trip to face Queen of the South in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup on Tuesday night, hoping to carry on the form that saw them put five past Annan Athletic in the last round.

Dunfermline Athletic-Montrose FC Scottish Cup replay called off

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:20:00 +0000

Tuesday night's Scottish Cup fourth-round replay between Dunfermline and Montrose at East End Park has been called off.

Mother of all weeks for Dundee United's Sean Dillon

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:07:00 +0000

Dundee United's Sean Dillon is hoping for a "pregnant pause" so he can take his place against Motherwell on Wednesday night.

McInnes speculation will not unsettle St Johnstone, says Murray Davidson

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 09:01:00 +0000

Mounting speculation that Derek McInnes could soon become the new manager of Burnley will not distract the St Johnstone players from the task of sending Hearts out of the Scottish Cup at Tynecastle tonight, midfielder Murray Davidson has insisted.

First division is Dundee FC's priority — Harkins

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 07:33:00 +0000

Dundee skipper Gary Harkins insists Sunday's Scottish Cup mauling by Motherwell will not be allowed to deflect the Dark Blues from their number one target for this season.

Andis Shala keen to step up for Dundee United

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:39:00 +0000

Life without David Goodwillie could soon be about to begin for Dundee United, but fellow striker Andis Shala has insisted that, if the Scotland international is sold in the transfer window, there will be enough quality remaining at Tannadice to shoulder the goalscoring burden.

Montrose still in with a chance after Dunfermline draw

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:01:00 +0000

Two-goal Montrose Scottish Cup hero Paul Tosh has said toppling Dunfermline at East End Park to gain a place in the fifth round is not beyond the Links Park outfit.

Burst pipes sink St Johnstone Scottish Cup tie

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 07:19:00 +0000

St Johnstone's fourth-round Scottish Cup tie against Hearts on Saturday was an early victim of the returning wintry weather, although there was nothing wrong with the Tynecastle pitch.

Well-beaten Dundee FC crash out of Scottish Cup

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 06:40:00 +0000

With their fans getting out of their beds at dawn to shovel snow to get this game on, it would have been nice had Dundee dug deep to give them a Scottish Cup fourth-round tie to remember.

Match preview: Dundee v Motherwell

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Stephen O'Donnell stood tall the day he captained Clyde to one of the Scottish Cup's most memorable giant killings and now he wants to cause another upset as a Dundee player.

Derek McInnes denies talking with Burnley

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 10:07:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has denied reports he has been interviewed for the vacant Burnley manager's job.

Dundee United reject Rangers bid for David Goodwillie

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:43:00 +0000

Dundee United rejected a bid of just over £500,000 from Rangers for striker David Goodwillie.

Match preview: Montrose v Dunfermline

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 08:52:00 +0000

Montrose host first division opposition in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup — but player-manager Steven Tweed refuses to be intimidated by Dunfermline Athletic.

Match preview: Dundee United v Ross County

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 08:06:00 +0000

The Scottish Cup brought out the very best in Dundee United last season, and Hampden hero Garry Kenneth believes it can do the same again this year.

Match preview: Hearts v St Johnstone

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 07:48:00 +0000

St Johnstone's Alan Maybury is hoping to break some Hearts at his former Tynecastle stamping ground.

Enckelman backs St Johnstone for Scottish Cup upset

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:00:00 +0000

St Johnstone goalie Peter Enckelman is hoping the form book goes out the window when his side travel to face Hearts in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup on Sunday.

Match preview: Stirling Albion v Raith Rovers

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:15:00 +0000

Raith Rovers have been boosted with the news that defender Dougie Hill has returned to full training after a stop-start recovery from injury.

Dundee FC's creditors' arrangement bid in the balance

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:13:00 +0000

It is likely HM Revenue and Customs will not support Dundee FC administrator Bryan Jackson's bid to achieve a creditors' voluntary arrangement.

David Goodwillie will not leave on the cheap, claims Dundee United boss

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 11:29:00 +0000

Dundee United star David Goodwillie will not be leaving Tannadice on the cheap, manager Peter Houston has insisted.

St Mirren join lobby against 10-team SPL proposal

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:31:00 +0000

The group of SPL clubs unconvinced by the proposal for a 10-team top flight have gained a new member, with St Mirren expressing scepticism.

Barry Smith feeling no pressure as Dundee aim to break Steelmen

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 08:32:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith believes his players can benefit from being pressure-free when they take on Motherwell.

Virus-hit Pars winger Willie Gibson 'feared the worst' during meningitis scare

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 07:34:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Willie Gibson has revealed he feared the worst when he was hospitalised last month with what was thought to be meningitis.

Raith Rovers in contract talks with striker Wales

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:18:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has revealed the club is holding talks with Gary Wales about extending his short-term contract.

St Johnstone to bid farewell to physio Nick Summersgill

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 10:51:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has paid tribute to long-serving club physio Nick Summersgill, who is leaving McDiarmid Park to take up a new post.

Craig Conway 'can't wait' to get back into full training

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:40:00 +0000

Thursday is a big day for Dundee United winger Craig Conway, as he returns to training for the first time since undergoing knee surgery.

Dundee United chairman won't be swayed on SPL changes

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 08:46:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has insisted he will not be pressured into voting for change that he does not believe in.

Arbroath striker Gavin Swankie sets sights on silverware

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 07:26:00 +0000

Arbroath hitman Gavin Swankie believes the Lichties should have the confidence to convert their blistering start to 2011 into a championship season.

East Fife sign striker Steven Weir as big cup clash looms

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 06:39:00 +0000

East Fife have completed the signing of former Arbroath striker Steven Weir ahead of this weekend's Scottish Cup tie against Aberdeen.

Dundee United boss dismisses talk of cup pressure

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 10:18:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has dismissed the theory the tag Scottish Cup holders will bring an extra burden of expectation and pressure when his team enter the competition at the weekend.

Barry Smith calls Scottish Cup duty an 'unfortunate' interruption

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 09:15:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith would prefer his team were continuing their battle to stay in the first division this weekend instead of being on Scottish Cup duty.

Raith Rovers boss praises comeback defender

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:02:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has hailed defender Mark Campbell as an "inspiration" for the way he has returned to the team following his injury hell.

SPL reorganisation: Dundee United and St Johnstone chairmen divided

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:20:00 +0000

SPL chiefs may believe they took a significant step towards a 10-team top division on Tuesday, but Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has insisted his club still intend to vote against the controversial proposal.

Dundee FC looks for volunteers to join rescue effort

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 06:37:00 +0000

The Dundee FC Supporters Society (DFCSS) is hoping to recruit a new team of volunteers to support the fight to save the club.

Scottish Cup preview: Annan Athletic v Brechin City

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:47:00 +0000

Brechin City travel to Annan Athletic tonight hoping to play a Scottish Cup replay tie that has already been postponed several times due to the weather.

Gregory Tade thinks a lot of Raith Rovers boss's psychological tricks

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:18:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Gregory Tade has revealed that his manager's mind games helped him net the winner in the Fife derby against Dunfermline on Sunday.

St Johnstone unaffected by Derek McInnes speculation

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 09:22:00 +0000

The St Johnstone players are taking it as a compliment that their manager is being linked with a move to Burnley.

Peter Houston out to protect squad ahead of cup tie

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 08:02:00 +0000

Dundee United have told midfielder Danny Swanson to stay at home so he is fit and well when the Tangerines kick off their defence of the Scottish Cup.

Dundee FC dealt blow by signing embargo move

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 07:15:00 +0000

Dundee have had the transfer embargo imposed on them for entering administration controversially reinstated due to the intervention of the Scottish Football League.

Match report: Aberdeen 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 12:18:00 +0000

As the boisterous band of Dundee United fans celebrated David Goodwillie's 96th-minute equaliser at Pittodrie on Saturday, it must have dawned on many that he had just proved why he may be the next player to leave the club for a bigger stage.

Match report: Raith Rovers 2 Dunfermline 1

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 09:53:00 +0000

Raith Rovers moved to just one point behind Dunfermline at the top of the first division after a 2-1 victory in a frenetic Fife derby.

Weather halts match between Forfar Athletic and Brechin City

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 08:50:00 +0000

Station Park's deep-freeze state led to the entirely expected call-off of the Loons' second division derby with Brechin.

Match report: Montrose 0 Arbroath 5

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 08:35:00 +0000

Montrose boss Steven Tweed refused to lay all the blame on his players after watching them being beaten 5-0 defeat by arch-rivals Arbroath.

Match report: Dundee FC 2 Ross County 0

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 07:50:00 +0000

Dundee edged a step closer to safety with a win over Ross County on Sunday, but the afternoon was overshadowed by an injury to Staggies defender Darren McCormack.

Match report: St Johnstone 1 Inverness Caledonian Thistle 0

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 06:49:00 +0000

Inverness Caledonian Thistle managed to make it through 2010 and more than a month of 2009 without losing away from home — a record that St Johnstone brought to an end just two days into 2011.

Brechin City desperate to avoid postponement

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:11:00 +0000

Brechin manager Jim Weir has said that a postponement would be an "absolute nightmare" for his threadbare squad.

Peter MacDonald makes it a perfect 10 with St Johnstone

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:50:00 +0000

St Johnstone strikers Peter MacDonald and Andy Jackson have been given new six-month contracts with the Perth club but midfielders Martin Hardie and Jennison Myrie-Williams have been released.

Arbroath FC happy to keep hold of midfielder Chisholm

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:02:00 +0000

Arbroath have fought off interest from abroad and from higher domestic leagues to keep midfielder Ross Chisholm at the club until the end of the season.

Bleak outlook for match between Forfar and Brechin

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 11:11:00 +0000

Forfar Athletic chiefs have admitted the cold snap has been a "huge blow" to the club's finances, as Sunday's Angus derby looks likely to be called off.

Montrose and Arbroath ready to clash on derby day

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:50:00 +0000

Montrose and Arbroath are set to lock horns at Links Park this Sunday, with the home side hopeful the game will survive the low temperatures.

Dundee United's Jon Daly threatens to end Aberdeen FC revival

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:28:00 +0000

Dundee United captain Jon Daly believes Craig Brown is already working his magic on Aberdeen but wants the Tangerines to break the spell when they travel up to Pittodrie.

Dundee players see New Year's game as cause for joy

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 08:13:00 +0000

The fact that Dundee will be kicking off the New Year with a game of football at Dens Park is cause for celebration in itself, Dark Blues defender Craig McKeown believes.

Raith Rovers star Williamson hoping to upset his former employers

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:17:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Iain Williamson hopes to bring in the New Year by hitting the back of the net against his former employers in Sunday's Fife derby at Stark's Park.

Derek McInnes linked with Burnley

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 06:30:00 +0000

Speculation is growing that St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is on Burnley's shortlist.

Dundee FC creditors may receive less than 10% of debt

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 12:56:00 +0000

Creditors of Dundee FC may receive less than a tenth of what they are owed, the club's administrator has admitted.

Match report: Dunfermline 5 Cowdenbeath 0

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:00:00 +0000

Dunfermline head into the New Year as first division leaders after inflicting a comprehensive defeat on Fife neighbours Cowdenbeath at East End Park oon Wednesday night.

Match report: Falkirk 0 Raith Rovers 0

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:08:00 +0000

Raith Rovers dug deep to secure a hard-earned point at a foggy Falkirk Stadium on Wednesday night.

Match report: Hibs 2 Dundee United 2

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 09:25:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston pointed the finger of blame at Danny Swanson for costing his side victory by getting himself sent off at Easter Road on Wednesday night.

The later the better for Leigh Griffiths' departure

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 08:12:00 +0000

Should January bring the sale of Dundee striker Leigh Griffiths, Dark Blues boss Barry Smith is hoping that any potential suitors won't be making their move until the end of the transfer window.

Young St Johnstone hopefuls to have their chance

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 07:11:00 +0000

The next generation of St Johnstone stars are to get their first team chance in the New Year, Perth boss Derek McInnes has revealed.

Second 'pre-season' over as Raith Rovers face Falkirk

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:47:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Allan Walker admits he was delighted to finally play a match again at the weekend after his second stint of "pre-season training" in less than six months.

Dundee United's new father Buaben setting his sights on Hibs

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:58:00 +0000

Prince Buaben has declared himself to be a changed man thanks to the arrival of his baby son.

Traumatic year ending on a positive for Dundee FC

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:26:00 +0000

A traumatic year for fans of Dundee FC is ending with a positive message.

Boxing Day call-off scuppers Cardle family's festive plans

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 08:22:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Joe Cardle has revealed how a frozen football pitch ruined his family Christmas.

St Johnstone clash with Rangers falls victim to the weather

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 07:28:00 +0000

St Johnstone's game against Rangers has joined the long list of Scottish football postponements.

Raith Rovers boss warns idle Bairns need watching

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:49:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn admits a ring-rusty Falkirk are still capable of causing his side big problems.

Dundee United defender eager to see end of longest one-match ban

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:03:00 +0000

Dundee United central defender Garry Kenneth believes he may be the only player in Scotland who has ever looked forward to serving a suspension.

Two toiling as Dundee FC get back to work

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 10:07:00 +0000

Dundee's squad reported back for work after their Christmas break with just a slight concern over injured duo Leigh Griffiths and Nicky Riley.

Dunfermline FC winger Willie Gibson grounded

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:21:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has revealed that winger Willie Gibson is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after picking up a virus that left him hospitalised.

St Johnstone in search of Old Firm remedy

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 07:45:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Steven Anderson is hoping that the remedy for the Perth club's Parkhead pain will be a victory against the other half of the Old Firm at McDiarmid Park tomorrow night.

Faulty undersoil heating to blame for Dunfermline v Falkirk postponement

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 13:53:00 +0000

It was third time unlucky for Dunfermline as undersoil heating that had worked perfectly twice previously let them down on Sunday.

Latest Dundee United call-off 'ridiculous' — Stephen Thompson

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 09:46:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has described the postponement of the club's home game against Hamilton Accies as "ridiculous."

Match report: Celtic 2 St Johnstone 0

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 07:31:00 +0000

St Johnstone were cruelly denied a deserved point at Celtic Park by a South Korean injury-time double.

Raith Rovers 'fresh and hungry' for league challenge

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 10:45:00 +0000

It's not just the weather that has changed dramatically since Raith Rovers last played — the same can be said of the first division landscape.

Cash pledges for Dundee FC deadline — but Jackson urges caution

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:26:00 +0000

Dundee took an important step towards emerging from administration at 5pm on Thursday.

Dundee United's Jon Daly can't wait to return to action

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:46:00 +0000

Dundee United captain Jon Daly is backing the Tangerines to shake off any ring-rust on Boxing Day and come out fighting against Hamilton Accies.

Police give thumbs-up to Tannadice for Boxing Day

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:29:00 +0000

Tayside Police have inspected Tannadice and the surrounding streets and declared themselves satisfied that the Boxing Day game against Hamilton can go ahead as planned.

Fife's clash of the title contenders

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 07:30:00 +0000

Weather permitting, the first division title race is set to burst into life over the festive period and Dunfermline are determined that it will be they who will come out on top of the three-way mini-league of the main promotion contenders.

Sam Parkin's Parkhead target

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 06:50:00 +0000

St Johnstone striker Sam Parkin hopes to pile on the winter misery for Celtic on Sunday by helping the Perth club secure a win in Glasgow.

CVA hurdles still to be cleared — Dundee FC joint administrator

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 09:20:00 +0000

Bryan Jackson has cautioned Dundee fans not to think there is a smooth road out of administration despite this being a significant day for the club.

Dunfermline boss plays down big freeze advantage

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 07:58:00 +0000

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has played down Falkirk's inactivity during the winter freeze as a major factor ahead of the promotion rivals' clash at East End Park on Sunday.

Raith Rovers to play a match at last

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 07:22:00 +0000

Raith Rovers fans itching to see some football action this festive season will no doubt be desperate for the Boxing Day game at Partick Thistle to survive the weather.

Mihael Kovacevic glad to see 2010 end

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 06:38:00 +0000

Mihael Kovacevic celebrated his greatest achievement in football in 2010 but will nevertheless be glad to see the back of the year.

St Johnstone pair progress comebacks from injury

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:42:00 +0000

St Johnstone pair Graham Gartland and Graeme Smith stepped up their comebacks from injury by taking part in a closed-doors game.

Dundee United will miss Scott Severin for up to eight weeks

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:01:00 +0000

Dundee United could be without central defender Scott Severin for up to eight weeks.

Dundee FC boss asks for early decision on Boxing Day fixture

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 06:59:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has asked for an early decision to be made as to whether their Boxing Day game at Queen of the South goes ahead or not.

Forfar Athletic's freeze situation 'horrendous'

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 10:54:00 +0000

Forfar Athletic have enjoyed an injection of new blood into the Station Park boardroom to give the club some good news at a dire time for smaller league outfits battling the big freeze.

Michael Duberry passes on international caps

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 09:20:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Michael Duberry has ruled out an end-of-career introduction to international football after he was linked with a call-up for Montserrat, and pledged the Perth club will get his undivided attention for the rest of the season.

Dunfermline boss promises a Christmas cracker

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:39:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre believes his side's Boxing Day derby against Falkirk will be a real Christmas cracker.

Raith Rovers face three matches in seven days

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:28:00 +0000

Raith Rovers have confirmed their postponed fixture at Falkirk has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 29, with a 7.45pm kick-off.

SPL schism deepens with meeting of rebels

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 07:29:00 +0000

Half of the SPL's clubs are scheduled to hold a meeting of their own as the row over reconstruction shows no sign of abating.

Dundee United chairman hits back at SPL

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 06:42:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson last night declared his club to be blameless after their game against Rangers was wiped out by the weather for a second time.

SPL revamp spared cold shoulder by big freeze

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 09:27:00 +0000

The weather saved the SPL from having their blueprint for change rejected by a core of clubs at Hampden today amid a call for greater radicalisation of the game at the top level.

Stage set for the best of Morgaro Gomis

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 08:27:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis believes the big stage is set for him to show he is back to his best.

Match report: Dundee FC 2 Stirling Albion 0

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 07:21:00 +0000

Nicky Riley insists that the draconian 25-point penalty handed down by the SFL for the club going into administration has simply made the Dundee players more resolute and mentally tougher.

Match preview: Dundee FC v Stirling Albion

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 10:58:00 +0000

Dundee striker Leigh Griffiths has made it a double hat-trick of Irn-Bru Phenomenal young player of the month awards as he picked up his sixth honour for his performances in November.

Dundee FC administrator cheered by fans' 'extraordinary effort' to save club

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 10:14:00 +0000

Dundee FC will appeal against the confirmation of the SFL's 25-point deduction, the club's joint administrator has confirmed.

Dundee FC chief says SFL appeal setback will further galvanise club

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 09:16:00 +0000

Dundee's appeal against the crippling 25-point penalty handed down by the Scottish Football League for entering administration for the second time has been rejected.

Craig Wilson believes squad strength key for Raith Rovers

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 08:59:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Craig Wilson admits he is heartily fed up with the continuing deep freeze that has enveloped the country.

Dunfermline Athletic gaffer not surprised as Pars frozen out once again

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 08:16:00 +0000

It came as no great shock to Jim McIntyre that Dunfermline's match against Ross County fell victim to the weather.

Saints and Terrors both cold on call-off as Tayside derby postponed

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 07:28:00 +0000

The managers of both St Johnstone and Dundee United had a persuasive case for being the more disappointed of the two at the postponement of this afternoon's Tayside derby.

Dundee FC's SFL points appeal rejected

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 16:40:00 +0000

Dundee's appeal against a 25-point deduction for going into administration has failed.

Dundee United's old heads see drawbacks to SPL proposals

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:45:00 +0000

Paul Hegarty knows what real change in Scottish football feels like, having captained Dundee United to glory during a time when the Old Firm duopoly was broken.

UPDATE: St Johnstone v Dundee United called off

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:44:00 +0000

This weekend's Tayside derby between St Johnstone and Dundee United has been called off.

Raith Rovers boss relaxed over fixture backlog

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:38:00 +0000

Raith Rovers suffered a nightmare end to last season as a massive backlog of fixtures saw them play seven games in the space of just two weeks, a situation that left them at one point flirting with relegation.

Business as usual for Dundee FC players — despite Hampden hearing

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 09:31:00 +0000

Dundee's players will not let what is happening at Hampden distract them from preparing to face Stirling Albion, according to manager Barry Smith.

Danny Swanson on track for Dundee United return

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 06:26:00 +0000

Dundee United will have the welcome option of a fit Danny Swanson available to them should their match against St Johnstone go ahead.

Ankle operation for Dundee United defender Severin

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:01:00 +0000

Dundee United have suffered a serious injury blow with the news central defender Scott Severin needs an operation.

Raith Rovers frustrated by big freeze as club plays waiting game

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 08:41:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn is already resigned to his players being left out in the cold again this weekend.

Fans inspiring Dundee FC in fight to survive

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 08:05:00 +0000

Dundee are on an eight-game unbeaten streak but as the club battles for its survival, defender Craig McKeown insists the fans are the real heroes, not the players.

St Johnstone keeper urges Scotland to follow Finland's lead

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 07:13:00 +0000

As Scottish football braces itself for another bout of snow and all its ramifications, St Johnstone's Finnish goalkeeper Peter Enckelman has pointed out that the indoor facilities in his homeland put this country's to shame.

Gary Mason looks to past champions as Pars tilt for title

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:33:00 +0000

Gary Mason reckons that Dunfermline have to follow the example of Hamilton, St Johnstone and Inverness in their quest for the division one championship.

Changes to East Fife board, amid fans' generosity

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 15:20:00 +0000

East Fife have confirmed a couple of changes to their boardroom set-up, with physio Brian McNeill becoming a full director.

Raith Rovers favourite Ronnie Coyle battling leukaemia

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:19:00 +0000

Former Raith Rovers player Ronnie Coyle has begun a second battle against leukaemia.

Kevin Moon will rise for St Johnstone soon

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 13:23:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes hopes to have midfielder Kevin Moon available early in the New Year.

Match preview: Arbroath FC v Stranraer FC

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 12:21:00 +0000

Arbroath welcome Stranraer to Gayfield for the first fixture at the ground since the break of the the severe winter weather.

Weather concerns over Dundee United's St Johnstone clash

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:55:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston fears his players will be left out in the cold again on Saturday.

Match report: Dundee FC 3 Cowdenbeath FC 0

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:28:00 +0000

Dundee have extended their unbeaten run to eight games with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Cowdenbeath at Dens Park.

Match report: Dunfermline Athletic 0 Partick Thistle 0

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 07:37:00 +0000

Dunfermline failed to take full advantage of promotion rivals Raith Rovers and Falkirk having their game called off by only managing a draw at East End Park.

St Johnstone braced for Jody Morris' festive ban

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:12:00 +0000

St Johnstone midfielder Jody Morris has crossed the suspension threshold and will miss the Perth side's Boxing Day clash with Celtic.

Match preview: Dunfermline Athletic v Partick Thistle

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 13:13:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Nick Phinn admits the warm glow of going top of the first division table on Saturday overcame the bitter cold the players felt as they endured their after-match showers.

Match preview: Falkirk v Raith Rovers

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:51:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' Laurie Ellis is determined there will be no slip-ups as he emerges from the winter shutdown to take the field for the first time in a month against Falkirk on Tuesday.

Match preview: Dundee FC v Cowdenbeath FC

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 10:53:00 +0000

Dundee new boy Johnny Stewart can't wait to kickstart the loan move he believes will benefit him, the Dark Blues and parent club Hearts.

Dundee United's frustration at winter break

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:55:00 +0000

Dundee United's enforced winter break is in danger of extending beyond a month.

Cash carrot from SPL for first division clubs

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:20:00 +0000

First division clubs are being offered the prospect of a cash windfall as part of Scottish football's proposed blueprint for change.

Regional football league could kill off Arbroath FC

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:15:00 +0000

The plan to regionalise the divisions below SPL1 and 2 has come in for criticism from Arbroath chairman John Christison, who claims it would sound the death knell for the likes of the Lichties.

SPL changes are 'asking turkeys to vote for Christmas' — Geoff Brown

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 07:23:00 +0000

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown believes SPL chief executive Neil Doncaster will have a tough sell on his hands next week if he is hoping to persuade his member clubs to sign up to a new two leagues of 10 structure.

They're off again — no matches for East Fife, Stirling Albion, Brechin City and Montrose

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 06:43:00 +0000

The weather has hit a series of SFL matches yet again, continuing three weeks of disruption.

Raith Rovers-Dunfermline FC briefs on sale today

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 11:40:00 +0000

Raith Rovers fans are reminded that tickets for the Fife derby with Dunfermline on January 2 go on sale from the ticket office at Stark's Park today.

Match report: Peterhead 0 Brechin City 5

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 11:00:00 +0000

Rory McAllister stole the show as Brechin City delivered a real winter warmer performance to put them top of the table.

Match report: East Fife 6 Stenhousemuir 0

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:19:00 +0000

John Robertson watched with pride as his East Fife side hit six of the best past hopeless Stenhousemuir.

Match report: Montrose 0 Elgin 1

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:43:00 +0000

Montrose followed their fans in battling the elements but eventually succumbed to Elgin City.

Match report: Dunfermline 1 Queen of the South 0

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:01:00 +0000

David Graham has revealed that the Dunfermline players have gladly given up their Christmas night out in Blackpool to continue their quest for promotion to the SPL.

Match report: St Mirren 1 St Johnstone 2

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:12:00 +0000

No doubt there is a lot to be said for meticulous preparation and players spending hour after hour honing their skills on the training ground but it clearly is not everything.

Revolution: SPL plans for two 10-team leagues

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 07:48:00 +0000

The SPL are believed to be hammering out a set of proposals which, if accepted, would revolutionise football in this country.

Montrose FC aim to reward hard-working fans

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 10:47:00 +0000

Montrose will return to league action against Elgin City on Saturday after adverse weather conditions affected their last two fixtures.

Brechin City head for not-so-frozen north

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 09:50:00 +0000

Brechin City make the trip north to Peterhead this Saturday as their second division fixture survives the adverse weather conditions that have seen many other games postponed.

Tickets on sale for Raith Rovers and Dunfermline clash

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 09:27:00 +0000

Raith Rovers have confirmed tickets for the derby with Dunfermline on January 2 will be on sale from the ticket office at Stark's Park from Monday.

Dundee United's Craig Conway 'desperate' to return

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 08:35:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has revealed crocked star Craig Conway is determined to muscle his way back into the side.

East Fife working to beat the big freeze

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 08:03:00 +0000

East Fife have enlisted the help of supporters over the past few days to try to ensure Saturday's home game against Stenhousemuir goes ahead — with everyone's fingers crossed that their efforts pay off.

Shovels are away as St Johnstone prepare to play

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 07:35:00 +0000

The St Johnstone players have spent more time shovelling snow from their drives, pedalling furiously on a cycling machine in a gym and going nowhere fast in gridlocked traffic than they have kicking a ball over the last fortnight.

Dundee FC swoop for young SPL stars

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 07:01:00 +0000

Dundee have taken advantage of having their transfer embargo temporarily lifted by making two short-term loan signings from SPL clubs — young Hearts midfielder Johnny Stewart and Celtic keeper Dominic Cervi.

Dunfermline Athletic back in action — thanks to volunteers

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 06:30:00 +0000

The hours and days of hard graft put in by the Dunfermline ground staff and a band of volunteers appears to have paid off, with this Saturday's match against Queen of the South being given the go-ahead.

St Johnstone squad snub toasting for training

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:17:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has said that his players have put their Christmas night out on ice so they can focus on whatever festive football the weather will allow them to play.

Snow-clearing Dunfermline staff show true grit

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:01:00 +0000

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has hailed the effort to get Saturday's match against Queen of the South on, but fears it may all be to no avail.

Another Saturday on the sidelines for Raith Rovers

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:45:00 +0000

Raith Rovers will have to spend yet another Saturday on the sidelines after Saturday's clash at Stirling Albion was officially called off.

Five-figure sum pledged to Dark Blue Business Trust in support of Dundee FC

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:21:00 +0000

Dundee FC eased a step closer to moving out of administration after a group of prominent local businessmen attended the inaugural meeting of the Dark Blue Business Trust.

Dundee United stars sing 'Let it snow' as another match called off

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:40:00 +0000

Dundee United's game against Motherwell has fallen victim to the wintry weather after Tayside Police filed a report to the SPL which deemed the streets around Tannadice as unsafe.

English outfits eyeing Leigh Griffiths

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 07:43:00 +0000

Dundee's Leigh Griffiths is believed to be attracting the attention of English sides Wolverhampton Wanderers and Norwich City.

Going synthetic would 'guarantee' East Fife's future

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 12:42:00 +0000

An artificial surface would secure the financial future of East Fife as snow and ice continue to wreak havoc with Scottish football fixtures.

Dundee FC boss backs ex-owner's Dark Blue Business Trust

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 10:46:00 +0000

Dundee manager Barry Smith has backed former owner Peter Marr and his fellow members of the Dark Blue Business Trust to leave their egos at the door when they hold their inaugural meeting.

Weekend hopes bleak for Dundee United

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 08:31:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson does not believe the forecasted end of week thaw will be enough to prevent Saturday's match against Motherwell from being postponed.

Weather puts SFA's Forfar Athletic hearing on ice

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 12:49:00 +0000

An SFA disciplinary committee hearing into an alleged incident involving a referee at Forfar Athletic's Station Park has been put on ice by the weather which brought central Scotland to a standstill.

Lack of match action puts East Fife at 'desperation stage'

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 11:34:00 +0000

East Fife's finances are at "desperation stage" as the club contemplates a possible six-week stretch without matchday income.

Dunfermline asking fans to pitch in for Queens match

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:51:00 +0000

Dunfermline are asking for volunteers to help them clear their pitch for Saturday's home game against Queen of the South.

Dundee United squad 'fine' with snow, says enforcer Dillon

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 09:41:00 +0000

Dundee United's Sean Dillon has revealed that the club's players are in "fine fettle" despite the treacherous travelling conditions at the moment.

Business trust intends to buy Dundee FC shareholding

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:23:00 +0000

The Dark Blue Business Trust, which was recently formed to help financially stricken Dundee, has announced ambitious plans to acquire a shareholding in the club and to buy back Dens Park.

Dundee United wait on ground verdict for Motherwell game

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 07:56:00 +0000

Tayside Police will carry out an inspection at Tannadice today to decide whether to give the green light for Dundee United's next game against Motherwell on Saturday.

Arbroath FC chairman calls for season to be extended

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Arbroath FC chairman John Christison has called for the season to be extended beyond May after warning the freezing weather could leave the club in financial difficulties.

Dundee United blow as David Robertson injures ankle

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:20:00 +0000

Dundee United's David Robertson is likely to miss Saturday's scheduled home game against Motherwell after picking up an ankle knock.

Wintry weather brings old friends together

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 10:28:00 +0000

It was a case of friends reunited for Dundee's Craig Forsyth when he turned up for training on Monday.

Raith Rovers FC beaten by worsening weather

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 07:26:00 +0000

Raith Rovers' game against Dundee has again fallen victim to the Arctic conditions sweeping the country.

St Johnstone FC players forced indoors yet again

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 06:02:00 +0000

Alloa Athletic's artificial pitch meant Recreation Park was the only Scottish football ground that did not succumb to the snow and ice at the weekend.

Jon Daly signals support for summer football

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 09:00:00 +0000

Dundee United striker Jon Daly insists the SPL should switch to summer football like Ireland — and reap the benefits by watching their stock rise in Europe.

Eyes on the skies ahead of Raith Rovers v Dundee fixture

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:25:00 +0000

Raith Rovers are determined to do all they can to get Wednesday's game against Dundee played, although all eyes will be on the weather forecast over the next 48 hours.

Weather calls off Dunfermline v Cowdenbeath match again

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:15:00 +0000

Tuesday night's fixture between Cowdenbeath and Dunfermline has been postponed again.

Dundee FC chief plays down effect of city derby call-off

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 09:45:00 +0000

The fund-raising friendly between Dundee and Dundee United has been called off because of the cold spell.

Cowdenbeath players will train indoors after inactive week

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 17:42:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl is hoping to finally supervise squad work-outs today and tomorrow after a frustrating week of inaction caused by the bad weather.

Raith Rovers need replacement for Jamie Mole

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 14:57:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn said he is keen to find a suitable long-term replacement for striker Jamie Mole, whose loan from Hearts is due to expire next month.

Dundee United winger delighted at SPL call-offs

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 12:18:00 +0000

Craig Conway has confessed to being the only player at Tannadice delighted to see the fixture schedule scuppered by the snow.

Snow takes its toll on league fixtures

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:38:00 +0000

The decimation of this weekend's Scottish football card continued apace, with all bar one of the Scottish Football League's matches called off.

Barry Smith calls for state-of-the-art indoor facilities

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 07:26:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has questioned why the west of Scotland boasts two state-of-the-art indoor football facilities while the east has none.

Weather is snow joke for Dundee United's Morgaro Gomis

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 08:30:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis has revealed how he was going stir crazy because of the snow.

Dunfermline match falls foul of weather, with other SFL clubs set to follow

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 07:27:00 +0000

Dunfermline's home match against Partick Thistle has earned the dubious honour of being the first scheduled weekend match in Scotland to be postponed.

Dundee FC await arrival of Calum Melville cash instalment

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 06:40:00 +0000

Dundee administrator Bryan Jackson is awaiting the second instalment of money from former director Calum Melville as the club continues to fight for survival.

Forfar Athletic boss Dick Campbell in winter blast

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:36:00 +0000

Forfar boss Dick Campbell insists it is time serious thought was given to summer football after branding winter training facilities in this country as "shambolic."

St Johnstone to assess snow clearance options

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:40:00 +0000

St Johnstone will today discuss their options with regard to the snow covering the McDiarmid Park pitch and car park.

Blow for Dundee United as Darren Dods out for five weeks

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 08:17:00 +0000

Dundee United central defender Darren Dods has been ruled out for up to five weeks after undergoing knee surgery.

McDiarmid Park's Alba Challenge Cup final will be rescheduled

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 07:30:00 +0000

Regardless of the weather, McDiarmid Park will not be hosting the Alba Challenge Cup final this weekend.

Dundee United call-off 'vindicated' — Stephen Thompson

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:44:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson believes the decision to call off Sunday's game against Rangers has been vindicated.

St Johnstone boss pleads case for the defence

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 09:02:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has praised his players for shutting up shop in their last two league games against Hibs and Aberdeen.

Dundee FC feel at the mercy of the weather

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:52:00 +0000

Dundee fear the weather could hinder their attempts to get out of administration.

Raith Rovers to seek compensation for referees' dispute cancellation

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:06:00 +0000

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville has said the club will seek compensation for the loss of revenue caused by their game against Dundee being cancelled on Saturday because of the referees' dispute.

Match report: Hibs 0 St Johnstone 0

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 10:08:00 +0000

No goals. No penalties. No bookings. No controversy. No real excitement. All in all, Mr Lautier from Malta's brief flirtation with Scottish Premier League football at Easter Road was a pretty sedate affair.

Rangers' Euro commitments complicate Dundee United rematch

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:31:00 +0000

Dundee United did not lose out to either Rangers or the referees' strike — but they were beaten by the weather.

David Wann is the fans' man in the Raith Rovers board room

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 11:15:00 +0000

Raith Rovers will have a new face in the boardroom at Stark's Park when David Wann takes over as the club's new supporters' director.

Dundee FC fighting to stay sharp

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 10:40:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith organised a closed-doors bounce game against Livingston on Friday in a bid to keep his players sharp before Tuesday's rearranged league match against Raith Rovers.

Dunfermline's Andy Kirk unhappy with weekend off

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 09:41:00 +0000

Dunfermline striker Andy Kirk has admitted that a second free weekend in a row is the last thing he wanted.

Dundee United striker Johnny Russell relishes the big time

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 08:32:00 +0000

The prospect of a dream Old Firm double has been quite enough to convince Dundee United striker Johnny Russell the SPL is the place to be.

St Johnstone game in doubt after refs plot thickens

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 06:28:00 +0000

St Johnstone's game against Hibs has been thrown into doubt after the referee strike saga took a farcical twist when the Portuguese officials due to take charge of the Easter Road fixture flew home.

Houston is aware of Miller's threat for Rangers

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:32:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston hopes his players will put the shackles on one of the players he admires most in the SPL when Rangers visit this weekend.

Raith chairman labels Dundee fixture postponement a 'hammer blow'

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 07:49:00 +0000

Raith Rovers chairman David Somerville has admitted that the postponement of his club's home match against Dundee because of the referees' strike is a financial hammer blow.

Call for Dundee United fans to come out in force

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 06:51:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has called on hesitant fans to come and support the Tangerines now that it has been confirmed their match against Rangers will go ahead.

SFL to hear Dundee FC's case in December

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 10:52:00 +0000

Dundee's appeal against the 25-point penalty imposed on them by the Scottish Football League for sliding into administration will be heard at a special general meeting at Hampden next month.

Raith boss McGlynn praises Dundee's work ethic

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 10:01:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn will treat Dundee as promotion rivals until their points deduction appeal is put to bed.

East Fife boss pleased with progress

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:27:00 +0000

East Fife manager John Robertson hopes his players can reproduce their recent form when they travel to take on Ayr United on Saturday.

Laid-back Slovak Dusan Pernis stays calm over facing Rangers

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:36:00 +0000

Dundee United's player of the season so far has insisted he won't lose any sleep over facing Rangers after starring against the other half of the Old Firm.

Scott Durie an injury doubt for East Fife

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:48:00 +0000

East Fife look set to be without full-back Scott Durie for this weekend's trip to Ayr — subject to a resolution of Scottish football's refereeing crisis.

Dundee United to give Mihael Kovacevic every chance

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 11:24:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Mihael Kovacevic will have a long-term future at Tannadice if he proves his fitness.

Opinion: it's time Scottish football valued its referees

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 10:11:00 +0000

Courier reporter — and part-time referee — Geraldine McKelvie gives her personal view on the crisis affecting the beautiful game.

St Johnstone's Steven Anderson defends referees

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 08:17:00 +0000

St Johnstone defender Steven Anderson has suffered more than most at the hands of the country's referees this season.

Raith Rovers' John McGlynn highlights plight of SFL clubs

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 07:14:00 +0000

It would be a bitter irony if Scotland's lower league clubs end up being hardest hit by a referee strike at the weekend given that the officials' gripe is with the country's top tier clubs, not them, Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn insisted.

Talks raise hopes of 'Scottish solution' to SFA referee crisis

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 06:32:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson's call for a Scottish solution to the country's refereeing crisis has appeared to edge closer as the officials held "constructive" talks with the Scottish Football Association in Glasgow.

Nick Phinn raring to go after 'nightmare'

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:14:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Nick Phinn is looking to make up for lost time after suffering what he described as the worst injury of his career.

Dundee FC holiday fitness gamble pays off

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:22:00 +0000

Barry Smith's decision to give his first team squad the weekend off was vindicated by the standard of their last training session, the Dundee boss pointed out.

Scottish Cup exit has sharpened Raith Rovers league focus

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:47:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn believes the club's Scottish Cup exit will have focused minds on what matters most — their league challenge.

Soup caper almost made St Johnstone keeper a laughing stock

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 12:35:00 +0000

St Johnstone goalkeeper Peter Enckelman has laughed off a near-miss with a paper cup that nearly landed him in the soup again.

Cowdenbeath wait for news of John Armstrong injury

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 12:12:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath manager Jimmy Nicholl is bracing himself for more bad injury news tonight.

Some interesting Scottish Cup ties in fourth round

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:23:00 +0000

Memories of their great day in May will come flooding back for Dundee United when they host a re-run of last season's triumphant Scottish Cup final against Ross County.

Dundee United defender Scott Severin needled by enforced rest

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 08:42:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Scott Severin has been given an injection in his ankle which may prevent him from needing surgery.

Pars skipper Austin McCann wants to forget derby woe

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 08:20:00 +0000

Dunfermline skipper Austin McCann cannot wait for Saturday's game against Cowdenbeath to attempt to exorcise the demons of his side's last match with Raith Rovers.

St Johnstone and Dundee United hope sense prevails in SFA referee row

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 07:32:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has called for calm as Scotland's referees prepare to take strike action.

Match report: East Fife 3 Forfar 1

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:12:00 +0000

"Anyone, anywhere," was the message from John Robertson as he prepared for today's fourth-round draw of the Scottish Cup — and a trip to a troubled Aberdeen side is sure to suit the East Fife manager just fine.

Match report: Montrose 3 Whitehill Welfare 1

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:07:00 +0000

Montrose earned a home tie against Dunfermline in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup after two first-half penalties from top scorer Paul Tosh helped them to a 3-1 victory over East of Scotland League side Whitehill Welfare.

Annan Athletic battle for Scottish Cup replay against Brechin FC

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:02:00 +0000

Brechin City and Annan Athletic will have to do it all over again after the third division side kept their Scottish Cup dreams alive with a well-deserved draw at Glebe Park.

Match report: Aberdeen 0 St Johnstone 1

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:36:00 +0000

Christmas came early for St Johnstone at Pittodrie on Saturday when they were presented with a gift-wrapped own goal and three points courtesy of a howler header from Aberdeen's Zander Diamond.

Crisis for leagues as Scottish referees vote to strike

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 07:58:00 +0000

Scottish referees have unanimously voted to go on strike next weekend in response to what they feel is over-the-top criticism from managers and club officials.

Match report: Celtic 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 06:43:00 +0000

As far as Dundee United are concerned, revenge is a dish best served cold ... in the final seconds of stoppage time.

Match preview: Brechin City v Annan Athletic

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 09:46:00 +0000

Brechin City face Annan Athletic at Glebe Park with the confidence that comes from just one defeat in 13 league outings.

Match Preview: East Fife v Forfar Athletic

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:42:00 +0000

John Robertson knows what it takes to win the cup as a player and is hoping lady luck will help him repeat that feat as a manager as his East Fife side host Forfar this afternoon.

Match preview: Alloa Athletic v Raith Rovers

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:27:00 +0000

A change is as good as a rest sometimes — and that appears to be the motto followed by John Baird as Raith Rovers take on Alloa in the third round of the Scottish Cup.

Match preview: Montrose v Whitehill Welfare

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 07:56:00 +0000

Montrose should be capable of overcoming Whitehill Welfare, but an inconsistent season means confidence is fragile.

Match preview: Aberdeen FC v St Johnstone

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 07:31:00 +0000

Cleveland Taylor has form for making a slow start when joining a club, but the good news for St Johnstone fans is that their winger has also proved it doesn't stop him from being a success.

Match preview: Celtic v Dundee United

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 06:04:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston hopes the match against Celtic is remembered for all the right reasons.

First-team fears for red-carded Neil McGregor

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:53:00 +0000

Neil McGregor has admitted he fears his sending off could affect his chances of getting back into the Pars first team.

Kurtis Byrne and Stewart Murdoch to leave East Fife

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:46:00 +0000

East Fife boss John Robertson is set to lose two of his star performers in January as they return to their parent clubs.

Raith Rovers stay focused for plastic pitch challenge

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 11:50:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn admits Alloa's 'plastic' pitch will be a great leveller in Saturday's Scottish Cup clash — but insists his players remain confident of booking their place in the next round.

Houston recognises harsh reality of Dundee United's financial situation

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 07:32:00 +0000

Boss Peter Houston has insisted that he understands why Dundee United are set to make cutbacks next summer.

After Scotland anti-climax, Murray Davidson looks to St Johnstone's future

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:16:00 +0000

Any sense of frustration and anti-climax Murray Davidson harboured after missing out on a Scotland cap in midweek was soon replaced by a determination to prove himself worthy of future international honours, the St Johnstone midfielder has insisted.

Killie clash the perfect preparation for Dundee United

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 12:58:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis believes last weekend's Kilmarnock match has got the Tannadice men in the right frame of mind for their upcoming back-to-back contests with the Old Firm.

Raith Rovers look for another cup run

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:35:00 +0000

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn reckons the Fife club's fairytale Scottish Cup run last season may have laid the foundations for their impressive start to this year's first division campaign.

Public's support drives on Dundee FC players

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:50:00 +0000

Midfielder Stephen O'Donnell has revealed how the Dundee players are being spurred on in their efforts to keep on winning by the public outpouring of support for the Dark Blues.

Stephen Thompson issues stark warning on Dundee United finances

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:31:00 +0000

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has marked his second anniversary in charge by warning of the tough economic times ahead at Tannadice and the need for fans to understand how difficult it is to run a club in an age of austerity.

Injury not as bad as feared for Dunfermline's David Graham

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:53:00 +0000

Dunfermline attacker David Graham has been spared a spell on the sidelines.

Dundee FC boss taking positives out of enforced break

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:51:00 +0000

Dundee boss Barry Smith has mixed feelings about being confronted by an idle weekend.

St Johnstone hampered by nine crocks and knocks

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:58:00 +0000

St Johnstone are having to contend with a few serious injuries and some hopefully minor ones ahead of the weekend.

McGlynn applauds fans amid joy of the Raith Rovers

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:59:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has paid tribute to the fans who spurred his side on to secure a valuable point in Saturday's pulsating Fife derby.

Johnny Russell is compared to Tannadice hero Noel Hunt

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:30:00 +0000

The comparison between Dundee United's two exciting young strikers, David Goodwillie and Johnny Russell, is an obvious one to make.

Scotland's new blood too strong for Faroe Islands

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 07:58:00 +0000

Scotland strolled to victory over the Faroe Islands at Pittodrie on a night Dundee United striker David Goodwillie made his international debut.

Dundee United's Darren Dods may be spared surgery

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 13:42:00 +0000

Dundee United have been handed an injury boost with the news that defender Darren Dods may be spared a knee operation.

St Johnstone keen to solve penalty puzzle

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:55:00 +0000

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has contacted referees' chief Hugh Dallas in a bid to get to solve their penalty puzzle.

Dundee United legend David Narey enters Scotland's Hall of Fame

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:13:00 +0000

As one Dundee United player hopes to earn his first Scotland cap tonight, the man voted the club's greatest-ever player has been honoured by his country.

McGlynn can't wait for Raith Rovers' Scottish Cup challenge

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:57:00 +0000

Raith Rovers hope their classic comeback in the Fife derby can set them up for another Scottish Cup run to remember.

Little prospect of new players for Dundee FC

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:31:00 +0000

Dundee almost certainly will not add to their playing staff despite Jamie Adams returning to St Johnstone and their transfer embargo being lifted, pending the outcome of the appeal against the points penalty that threatens to relegate them to division two.

Davidson battling to make St Johnstone history for Scotland against Faroe Islands

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 06:19:00 +0000

Murray Davidson has been dancing an international hokey-cokey as he battles to become the first St Johnstone player since 1932 to earn a full Scotland cap.

Brechin and Forfar curse missed chances in Angus derby

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:39:00 +0000

Both managers left Glebe Park cursing missed chances after Saturday's goalless Angus derby between Brechin and Forfar.

East Fife squander two-goal lead

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

East Fife manager John Robertson was understandably disappointed after watching his side surrender a two-goal lead in the dying stages to draw 2-2 at Peterhead.

Match report: Dundee United 1 Kilmarnock 1

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 11:15:00 +0000

Dundee United's Barry Douglas admits his girlfriend is bristling over his attempts to grow a moustache — but he's willing to put up with a bit of domestic disharmony to help highlight men's health issues and prostate cancer in particular as part of the Movember campaign.

Substitution mess leaves sour taste for Andy Kirk

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:53:29 +0000

Andy Kirk branded the substitute fiasco at East End Park a joke — but admitted the afternoon had left Dunfermline with nothing to smile about.

Match report: Arbroath 4 Montrose 0

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:42:00 +0000

Steven Doris's hat-trick and a first league goal for player-manager Paul Sheerin earned Arbroath a comfortable 4-0 home win against Angus rivals Montrose and some degree of revenge for being knocked out of the Scottish Cup by their neighbours.

Match report: Dunfermline FC 2 Raith Rovers 2

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 07:56:00 +0000

After weeks in which first division headlines have been hogged by Dundee's trials and tribulations, the top dogs in the division came together to serve up a 90 minutes which will long be remembered... and mostly for the best of reasons.

St Johnstone sinned against for penalty as Hearts grab win

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 06:28:00 +0000

The storm that has engulfed Scotland's referees swept into Perth on Saturday, with St Johnstone's hopes of stopping their slump blown away by a controversial penalty award.

Dundee FC lodge appeal over 25-point deduction

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 09:43:00 +0000

Dundee are likely to have to wait until next month to have the appeal against their 25-point deduction heard.

St Johnstone must shore up leaky defence against Hearts

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 09:29:00 +0000

It is not often that the finger of blame cannot be pointed at a goalkeeper who has conceded four goals in one match.

Dundee star Sean Higgins wary of Ross County threat

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 08:49:00 +0000

Sean Higgins doesn't believe Dundee's cause will be aided by Ross County losing boss Derek Adams to the Hibernian assistant manager's role ahead of the Victoria Park clash.

Dundee United must get back on form against Kilmarnock — Dillon

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 07:58:00 +0000

With only five points separating them from the third-top spot they claimed last season, Dundee United's shaky start to the campaign isn't causing defender Sean Dillon any sleepless nights.

Dunfermline Athletic striker relishes derby challenge as Raith Rovers come calling

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 07:17:00 +0000

Dunfermline striker Steve McDougall is relishing the Fife derby and is keen to penetrate the "mean" Raith Rovers defence.

Dundee FC boss learning to adapt to ever-changing situation

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:11:00 +0000

Barry Smith is rapidly discovering there's no such thing as a quiet week at Dens Park.

Craig Conway facing eight weeks on sidelines

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:53:00 +0000

Dundee United will be without Craig Conway until the New Year.

Dunfermline's Jack Ross upbeat despite injury

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:58:00 +0000

Dunfermline defender Jack Ross has admitted he could be laid up until at least the end of December with a niggling knee injury.

Raith Rovers boss expects derby drama

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:42:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is expecting a "kitchen sink drama" as his side travel to face local rivals Dunfermline this Saturday.

St Johnstone recall Jamie Adams from Dundee FC

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:58:00 +0000

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes is hoping to be able to select Jamie Adams for his side's home game against Hearts this Saturday.

Scotland call-up is timely reminder for Dundee United striker David Goodwillie

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:24:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston hopes being handed his first Scotland call-up will finally make striker David Goodwillie realise just what his career might hold.

Derby date for Dundee and Dundee United

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:58:00 +0000

Plans for Dundee United and Dundee to meet in a friendly next month have been confirmed.

Hibs fan Leigh Griffiths linked with Hearts switch

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:39:00 +0000

Leigh Griffiths is getting pelters from friends on both sides of the Edinburgh divide after being linked with a move to Hearts.

Raith Rovers boss McGlynn backs assistant ahead of Dunfermline clash

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:47:00 +0000

Communication is the key to any successful relationship — and for the Raith Rovers management team of John McGlynn and Paul Smith, a massive test awaits in Saturday's Fife derby.

Club legend Gordon Durie joins East Fife

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 10:50:00 +0000

East Fife have confirmed that former star man Gordon Durie has joined the club as assistant manager.

Match report: Dundee United 1 St Mirren 2

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 10:37:00 +0000

Dundee United's topsy-turvy season continued at Tannadice as they followed two fine wins with a dismal defeat to St Mirren.

Dundee FC in crisis: Fife MP Thomas Docherty lends his support

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 07:48:00 +0000

Dunfermline and West Fife MP Thomas Docherty has given his backing to Dundee FC in its bid to have a 25 points deduction overturned after falling into administration.

Match report: Motherwell 4 St Johnstone 0

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 06:49:00 +0000

St Johnstone slumped to their fourth defeat in succession against an impressive Motherwell outfit at Fir Park, leaking another four goals in the process.

Dundee FC in crisis: players ready to pay their way for Ross County clash

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:25:00 +0000

Dundee's players are offering to put their hands in their own pockets to prepare properly for Saturday's Dingwall clash with Ross County.

Match preview: East Stirling v Arbroath

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:31:00 +0000

Arbroath travel to Ochilview hoping to prove that their battling 3-2 home win against Berwick Rangers at the weekend was no fluke and marked the start of a welcome change of fortune.

Calum Woods backs Pars to dominate Fife derby

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:51:00 +0000

Calum Woods knows Dunfermline can do better and has said this weekend's Fife derby is the ideal match to get back to winning ways.

Gordon Durie approached over East Fife role

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:00:00 +0000

East Fife legend Gordon Durie has been approached to become the new assistant manager at Bayview.

Dundee United's Darren Dods and Scott Severin to undergo surgery

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:21:00 +0000

Dundee United defenders Scott Severin and Darren Dods are set for surgery.

Match preview: Raith Rovers v Queen of the South

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:17:00 +0000

Fans may already be talking about next week's derby against Dunfermline but Raith Rovers midfielder Iain Williamson is remaining firmly focused on Queen of the South who arrive at Stark's Park.

Dundee FC in crisis: fan boycott would not cost Raith Rovers £40,000

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 07:48:00 +0000

Raith Rovers chairman David Somerville has hit out at suggestions that the club could lose up to £40,000 should a boycott by Dundee supporters be in place for the Dark Blues' visits to Stark's Park this season.

Match preview: Motherwell v St Johnstone

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 07:03:00 +0000

Fir Park has hosted many a mudbath in its day but St Johnstone defender Dave Mackay has revealed how much he is looking forward to playing on Motherwell's now perfect pitch.

Match preview: Dundee United v St Mirren

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 06:15:00 +0000

Dundee United's Scott Robertson would like nothing better than to hit the back of the net against St Mirren on Wednesday night to end a scoring drought that has lasted nearly two years.

Cowden chairman Donald Findlay looks to the future

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:01:00 +0000

More than 50 Cowdenbeath fans and community representatives attended a meeting with the Fife side's directors at Central Park on Monday night to discuss the long-term future of the club.

Risks bring rewards for Cowdenbeath

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl believes handing youth its chance has given everyone at Central Park a boost.

Devastating injury blow for St Johnstone loan striker Marcus Haber

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:59:00 +0000

The season is over for St Johnstone striker Marcus Haber, with confirmation that he has snapped his anterior cruciate ligament.

Dundee United manager up front about striker dilemma

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:16:00 +0000

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has admitted that stand-in strikers Johnny Russell and Danny Cadamarteri have given him a selection headache for Wednesday's match against St Mirren.

Visiting Raith Rovers fans can pay at gate for derby clash

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:22:00 +0000

RAITH ROVERS fans making the short trip to Dunfermline for this weekend's derby will be able to pay at the gate at East End Park.

Achilles injury to Steven Bell leaves Dunfermline 'gutted'

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 07:27:00 +0000

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre bemoaned a devastating Achilles tendon injury to influential midfielder Steven Bell, describing it as "a major blow."

Match report: Montrose 0 Albion Rovers 2

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:12:00 +0000

Montrose saw their six-match unbeaten run in league and cup come to an end when they lost at home to Albion Rovers.

Match report: East Fife 4 Alloa 1

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:44:00 +0000

John Robertson hailed his side's battling qualities after watching his East Fife side rack up their first league win under his charge.

Match report: Forfar 1 Peterhead 1

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:47:00 +0000

A last-gasp equaliser from Martyn Fotheringham allowed nine-man Forfar to salvage a point against Peterhead at Station Park.

Match report: Raith Rovers 0 Queen of the South 1

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 13:33:00 +0000

Gregory Tade insisted table-topping Rovers were unlucky to lose out to Queens but confessed they would have been fortunate if they had taken more than a point from a drab Stark's Park encounter.

Match report: Dundee 2 Partick Thistle 1

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:38:00 +0000

In the end, Dundee's victory over Partick Thistle was as much symbolic as it was of consequence in their quest to avoid relegation to division two — but winger Nicky Riley believes the confidence gained from Saturday can provide a springboard for the club's great escape.

Dundee United's older heads ready to guide David Goodwillie

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:33:00 +0000

After a week in which David Goodwillie was on the front pages of the newspapers for the wrong reasons, everyone connected with Dundee United was delighted that on Saturday the striker made the right kind of news against Hamilton.

Match report: Arbroath 3 Berwick Rangers 2

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:27:00 +0000

Gavin Swankie's stunning late winner at Gayfield on Saturday brought an end to Berwick Rangers' 10-game unbeaten record in the league this season.

Dundee FC in crisis: Colin McMenamin hits out at 25-point penalty

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 08:48:00 +0000

One of the players sacked after Dundee entered administration has called on the SFL to reduce the points penalty imposed on the Dark Blues because it is harming the chances of the victims of the cull securing comparable alternative employment.

Poor pitch no excuse for beaten St Johnstone

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 07:03:00 +0000

St Johnston got bogged down in the McDiarmid Park mud but defender Michael Duberry insisted the state of the surface was not why they lost to Kilmarnock.

Match preview: St Johnstone v Kilmarnock

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 08:26:00 +0000

Alan Maybury has been St Johnstone's Mr Versatile in their last two matches, and his position merry-go-round could be set to continue against Kilmarnock.

Match preview: Dundee v Partick Thistle

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 07:49:00 +0000

Gary Irvine reckons staying up would represent an even bigger achievement for stricken Dundee than winning promotion would have.

Match preview: Hamilton v Dundee United

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 07:49:00 +0000

Paul Dixon admits he was surprised at being dropped for last weekend's win over Hibs.

Match preview: Morton v Dunfermline

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 06:59:00 +0000

Andy Kirk is hoping for a repeat performance against Morton after bagging a brace when the two sides met in August.

SFA ask United boss Peter Houston to explain remarks

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 06:43:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has received a letter from the SFA asking him to explain comments he made regarding referee Dougie McDonald following last month's home game with Celtic.

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn wins monthly manager award

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 14:17:00 +0000

Three wins from four and a climb to the summit of the first division table saw Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn pick up the manager of the month award for October.

Peter Houston happy to hit the road against Hamilton

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:42:00 +0000

Dundee United boss Peter Houston says he's happier to be facing Hamilton in Lanarkshire than on Tayside.

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson unsure of return for Killie clash

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:31:00 +0000

Saints midfielder Murray Davidson believes his chances of making a comeback against Kilmarnock are only 50/50.

Barry Smith will not throw Dundee FC caution to the wind

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:40:00 +0000

Barry Smith has said Dundee won't go gung ho in their attempt to avoid a seemingly inevitable drop into division two.

Frustrated Dunfermline FC star Nick Phinn won't rush back from injury

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:49:00 +0000

Dunfermline's Nick Phinn insists he won't rush back from injury, but admits it is frustrating sitting on the sidelines.

Dundee FC in crisis: Shona Robison urges MSPs to back club

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 06:16:00 +0000

Scotland's sport minister has called on all MSPs to join her at Dens Park on Saturday for a rally to save Dundee FC.

John Robertson hopes to leave his stamp on East Fife side

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:29:00 +0000

East Fife boss John Robertson will be hoping to make his own mark on his side this week after his first game in charge ended in defeat.

No news is good news for Dundee FC's Craig McKeown

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 13:14:00 +0000

Dundee's Craig McKeown says he has stopped reading newspapers and watching the TV as he seeks to keep his sanity amid the mayhem at Dens Park.

Jim Lauchlan training for new career as referee

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:10:00 +0000

Former Dundee and Dundee United defender Jim Lauchlan is to pursue his goal of becoming a referee.

Dundee FC in crisis: Pars chairman not fazed by boycott threat

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:47:00 +0000

Dunfermline chairman John Yorkston has said he believes a boycott of away matches by Dundee supporters will not have a major impact.

St Johnstone boss McInnes relaxed about Enckelman's return

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:37:00 +0000

Saints keeper Peter Enckelman is stepping up his training as he recovers from a thigh strain.

Long way for Dunfermline FC to go, says Jim McIntyre

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 10:28:00 +0000

Pars boss Jim McIntyre has told Courier Sport that he is pleased with Dunfermline's promising start to the season but insists there is a long way to go.

Further tests for Dundee United FC's Darren Dods

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 08:14:00 +0000

Dundee United defender Darren Dods is booked in for further tests on his knee — but it's expected he won't require to go under the knife.

Dundee FC in crisis: Harry MacLean talks of 'massive problem' after points loss

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 07:05:00 +0000

Dundee chief executive Harry MacLean revealed that up to around half the money pledged by the local business community to help rescue the Dark Blues may be lost after the SFL docked the club 25 points and almost certainly guaranteed their relegation to the second division.

Raith's John McGlynn will watch derby from stand

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 06:23:00 +0000

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn will watch the Fife derby from the stands after being hit with a two-game touchline ban.

Dundee FC in crisis: Bobby Seith worries about club's ability to survive

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 22:09:00 +0000

Dundee FC legend Bobby Seith worries that the Dens Park side might not survive the punishment handed out by the SFL.

Dundee FC in crisis: Bobby Glennie against away games boycott

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 19:11:00 +0000

Former Dundee player Bobby Glennie fears the punishment handed down by the SFL could ruin the club he has supported from boyhood.

Dundee FC in crisis: fans' representative calls for boycott of away games

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:19:00 +0000

Dundee fans will be encouraged not to travel to away games as part of the protests against the heavy sanctions imposed on the club.

St Johnstone striker Steven Milne horrified by 'that' backpass against Celtic

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:41:00 +0000

Steven Milne had hoped to mark his St Johnstone comeback with a goal but instead ended up gifting one to the opposition.

Dundee FC in crisis: Matt Lockwood tries to rally the troops

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:14:00 +0000

As Dundee FC continue to take stock of Monday's shock announcement by the SFL, player-coach Matt Lockwood insists the squad will be up for the fight.

Dundee FC in crisis: fan group issues furious response to SFL

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 12:35:00 +0000

The Dundee FC Supporters' Society has issued a hard-hitting statement accusing the SFL of trying to "murder" Dundee FC.

Dundee FC in crisis: defiant Barry Smith calls for siege mentality

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:16:00 +0000

Dundee FC manager Barry Smith has hit out at the Scottish Football League for punishing his players — and says SFL officials will have it on their conscience should the Dark Blues not survive.

Dundee FC in crisis: 25-point penalty 'could kill the club'

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 09:45:00 +0000

Dundee FC are staring extinction in the face after the Scottish Football League sentenced them to a 25-point penalty deduction for being in administration.

Operation for Dunfermline FC defender Jack Ross

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 08:55:00 +0000

Dunfermline defender Jack Ross has gone under the knife in a bid to solve a cartilage problem.

Kenneth tips David Goodwillie for Scotland call-up

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 08:13:00 +0000

The time is right for David Goodwillie to be reunited with former Dundee United manager Craig Levein at international level.

Racist abuse at St Johnstone-Celtic game to be investigated

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 06:21:00 +0000

St Johnstone officials have pledged to launch a "thorough" probe after Perth fans were accused of chanting racist abuse during an SPL clash.

Dundee FC's woes a 'wake-up call' for Scottish football

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:39:00 +0000

Dundee FC's fall into administration must serve as "a wake-up call", the Labour Party says.

Dundee FC hit with 25-point deduction and player ban

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 14:17:00 +0000

Crisis-hit Dundee FC have been dealt a crushing blow by the SFL for falling back into administration — a 25-point deduction and a ban on signing new players.

Match report: Dunfermline 3 Stirling Albion 0

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:27:00 +0000

Dunfermline keeper Chris Smith literally 'took it on the chin' for the Fife club in Saturday's victory against Albion.

Match report: Arbroath 2 Montrose 3 (after extra time)

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 07:31:00 +0000

It took them 210 minutes and almost went to a nail-biting penalty shoot-out, but Montrose finally progressed to the third round of the Scottish Cup at the second time of asking at the expense of Angus rivals Arbroath.

Match report: St Johnstone 0 Celtic 3

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 07:03:00 +0000

Dave Mackay admits that only one player emerged from St Johnstone's double-header with Celtic having enhanced his reputation.

Match report: Dundee United 1 Hibernian 0

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 06:29:00 +0000

Dundee United midfielder Danny Swanson has revealed he was happy to steal the show then leave the limelight to others at Tannadice on Saturday.

New faces for Brechin City

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:47:00 +0100

Brechin City are likely to have a new face or two in their line-up against Alloa.

John Robertson faces first match as East Fife boss

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:33:00 +0100

East Fife's new manager John Robertson takes his side to bottom club Dumbarton this afternoon for his first match in charge.

Forfar Athletic have found their mojo

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:22:00 +0100

Back-to-form Forfar Athletic are ready to give title contenders Livingston a serious Station Park examination.

Promising trip awaits winners of Angus Scottish Cup replay

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:14:00 +0100

A trip to Whitehill Welfare or Wick Academy awaits the winner of this afternoon's Scottish Cup replay derby between Arbroath and Montrose.

Raith Rovers' resilience will be tested against Morton

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 10:48:00 +0100

Having shown their mettle with late, late shows in the past fortnight, league leaders Raith Rovers' resilience will once more be put to the test this Saturday when they make the trip to face Morton.

Grateful Steven Bell has no room for sentiment

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 10:30:00 +0100

Dunfermline Steven Bell has admitted Stirling Albion probably saved his career.

Jamie Adams promises to be true to the Dark Blues

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 09:48:00 +0100

On-loan St Johnstone midfielder Jamie Adams has pledged to do all he can to help Dundee's survival bid.

Bayview door will always be open to Stevie Crawford

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 09:16:00 +0100

East Fife's new boss John Robertson has insisted the door at Bayview will always be open to the man he replaced at the club's helm.

Prince Buaben says goals will come for Dundee United

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 08:37:00 +0100

Prince Buaben has claimed it is only a matter of time before the Dundee United midfield find their shooting boots again.

Comeback striker Peter Macdonald is out to impress

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 08:02:00 +0100

Peter Macdonald has had his fill of being the comeback kid.

Raith Rovers boss rubbishes three-team race

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:08:00 +0100

The first division title race is well under way but John McGlynn is adamant that there are more than just three teams contesting for promotion.

New boss John Robertson issues challenge to East Fife FC squad

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:58:00 +0100

East Fife boss John Robertson settled into life in the Methil hot-seat and immediately challenged his new players to haul themselves up the second division table.

St Johnstone feel optimism amid the disappointment

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:14:00 +0100

Michael Duberry insists picking up the man-of-the-match prize against Celtic was no consolation for losing out on a place in the last four of the Co-operative Insurance Cup — not when he was dreaming of a Hampden appearance.

Forsyth and Benedictus given Dundee FC assurances

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 11:43:00 +0100

Dundee boss Barry Smith revealed how he's taken youngsters Craig Forsyth and Kyle Benedictus aside to assure them their current exile from the starting line-up won't last for ever.

Dundee United banking on return of lady luck

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 10:35:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is confident lady luck will start smiling on his side again soon — as he feels the Tangerines have suffered more than their fair share of misfortune recently.

Brechin FC sign Anthony Bolger on loan from Aberdeen

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:53:00 +0100

Brechin City manager Jim Weir has moved to strengthen his squad with the addition of Aberdeen FC striker Anthony Bolger on an emergency loan for one month.

Dundee FC await their fate after Jackson appears before SFL board

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 07:12:00 +0100

Dundee will discover on Monday what sanctions the SFL are to impose upon them for going into administration.

Fife SPL push attributed to Raith Rovers — at least in part

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:39:00 +0100

Fife teams are locking out the top of the first division table and that can only be good for football in the region, according to John McGlynn.

Dunfermline FC's penalty scorer gets with the programme

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:41:00 +0100

Dunfermline FC's Willie Gibson has revealed he had inside information on how to beat goalkeeper Rab Douglas from the penalty spot at Dens Park last Saturday — courtesy of the Dundee match programme.

East Fife FC ready to welcome new manager John Robertson

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:13:00 +0100

East Fife's new manager John Robertson is expected to settle fully into his new role today when he meets players, staff and fans at New Bayview for the first time.

Rhys Weston in appeal for leniency for Dundee FC

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:36:00 +0100

Rhys Weston has appealed to the SFL not to hammer Dundee for going into administration for the second time in seven years.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 Celtic 3

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 07:16:00 +0100

St Johnstone came agonisingly close to pulling off a footballing great escape in a five-goal cup thriller at McDiarmid Park.

Dunfermline FC players to go into surgery

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:22:00 +0100

Pars boss Jim McIntyre has revealed two of his players are set to go under the knife.

Stephen Simmons a doubt for Raith Rovers

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:58:00 +0100

First Division table-toppers Raith Rovers may be without influential midfielder Stephen Simmons for Saturday's league game against Morton.

John Robertson fills East Fife managerial shoes

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:21:00 +0100

East Fife have completed a stunning coup as John Robertson signed on as manager at New Bayview.

Two aims for Saints keeper Graeme Smith going into Celtic tie

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:16:00 +0100

Graeme Smith is hoping tonight's Co-operative Insurance Cup quarter-final tie not only sees St Johnstone book a place in the last four of the tournament.

Match report: Motherwell 1 Dundee United 0

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 08:01:00 +0100

Dundee United contributed to their own downfall for the second time in succession against Motherwell at Fir Park.

'Hopeless' Lee Wilson impresses for Cowdenbeath

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 15:13:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath manager Jimmy Nicholl has revealed how he could not have anticipated Lee Wilson's stunning first-team debut based on his initial impression of the youngster.

Celtic will face an improved St Johnstone — Chris Millar

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:43:00 +0100

Chris Millar warned Celtic they will find St Johnstone a different proposition when the teams meet in the Co-operative Insurance quarter-finals on Wednesday night.

Dundee FC refuse press entry to Dunfermline fans' website DAFC.net

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:24:00 +0100

Dundee FC refused entry to an unofficial Dunfermline FC fans website due to having enforced cutbacks because of administration.

Raith Rovers boss warns of twists and turns

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:50:00 +0100

There is no chance of complacency creeping into the Raith Rovers camp despite the Kirkcaldy club sitting pretty at the top of the first division.

Leigh Griffiths linked with Blackpool

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:24:00 +0100

Dundee manager Barry Smith has admitted that it is only a matter of time before another club puts in a bid for star striker Leigh Griffiths.

St Johnstone boss wants an Old Firm scalp

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:21:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes admits the draw for the last eight of the Co-operative Insurance Cup could have been kinder to his club.

Stevie Crawford gamble proves unsuccessful

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:16:00 +0100

Stevie Crawford's 18-month reign at East Fife was a mixture of the sublime and the disappointing.

Gordon Durie linked with East Fife post as Stevie Crawford quits

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:15:00 +0100

East Fife legend Gordon Durie has emerged as a front-runner to take over the New Bayview hotseat following the resignation of Stevie Crawford.

Dundee United have added incentive

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:15:00 +0100

Dundee United's Paul Dixon is determined to help add more silverware to the Tannadice trophy room that already contains the Scottish Cup.

Community at heart of East Fife chairman's new stadium vision

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 19:29:00 +0100

The chairman of East Fife FC has said a new stadium will take the club "10 years forward" if the development goes ahead.

Win over East Fife keeps Dick Campbell smiling

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:42:00 +0100

Forfar ran out comfortable winners over East Fife at New Bayview, the 3-1 scoreline a pretty fair reflection of the difference between the two sides.

Laurie Ellis puts Rovers in driving seat

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:27:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Laurie Ellis has put the brakes on his other career as a fully-qualified driving instructor to devote all his attention to handing out defending lessons on the football park.

Scottish Cup derby sees Arbroath and Montrose deadlocked

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:41:00 +0100

Arbroath, as is becoming the norm, chose the difficult route in an Angus Scottish Cup derby with Montrose which eventually delivered incident and action.

Dundee United given plenty to think about ahead of Motherwell return

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:13:00 +0100

Scott Severin had a day to forget at Fir Park on Saturday, starting and finishing the move that gifted Motherwell a goal after only 45 seconds.

Survival is Dundee FC aim — Sean Higgins

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 07:49:00 +0100

Sean Higgins insists being hammered by the SFL for going into administration isn't Dundee's biggest worry.

'Spirited' Raith Rovers keep SPL dream alive

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:36:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Iain Williamson has pinpointed the competitive spirit within the Kirkcaldy side's dressing-room as a key factor in their early-season surge to the top of the first division.

Dundee United are feared on the road — Jon Daly

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:28:00 +0100

It's two trips to Fir Park in just four days for Dundee United as they seek to step up their league challenge and make the last four of the Co-operative Insurance Cup.

St Johnstone aim to be 'best of the rest' — Michael Duberry

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:22:00 +0100

Michael Duberry recalls how the last time St Johnstone and Hamilton met it was to decide who would finish top of the bottom half of the SPL.

Razor-sharp David Graham on the way back for Pars

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:17:00 +0100

Dunfermline's David Graham has revealed that his girlfriend was bristling after he grew a bushy beard that left him looking like Tom Hanks in the movie Castaway.

Barry Smith always destined to be Dundee FC boss

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:15:00 +0100

Craig Forsyth believes Barry Smith was always going to become Dundee manager.

Scottish Cup derby day for Montrose and Arbroath

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:12:00 +0100

The derby element is likely to make the Scottish Cup tie between Montrose and Arbroath one of the most keenly contested of the second round.

East Fife boss Stevie Crawford calls for 'winning mentality'

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:09:00 +0100

Hallowe'en may still be a week away but East Fife boss Stevie Crawford is already a haunted man as his side welcome Forfar to Bayview this Saturday .

Dick Campbell shows confidence in Forfar side

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:08:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell is keeping the faith with the side that delivered last week's 4-1 victory over Ayr.

Brechin hoping to talk calm victory

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:05:00 +0100

The last time Brechin and Airdrie United met it was a bad-tempered draw with six bookings and two dismissals.

Dunfermline won't take Dundee for granted, says Jim McIntyre

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:19:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has issued a clear message that Dundee remain formidable foes despite their administration woes.

Dundee FC in crisis: administrator Bryan Jackson to face SFL grilling

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 08:47:00 +0100

Dundee are around 10 days away from learning what sanctions the Scottish Football League may impose on them for entering administration.

Saints focused on Accies ahead of Celtic clash

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 06:48:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has promised that his players won't let their minds drift towards the Celtic double-header.

Dave Mackay backs checks on football money men

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:54:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Dave Mackay has called for stronger checks on the so-called money men looking to invest in Scottish football in the wake of Dundee entering administration.

Grumpy Danny Swanson's mood is lightening

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Danny Swanson has been such a grumpy young man recently, even his dad has stopped calling him for their regular phone chats.

Cowdenbeath FC wait for defender from SPL

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 08:27:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl hopes to hear back from an unnamed SPL club in the next 24 hours to discover whether he will be able to shore up his injury-ravaged defence.

Saints recall Jamie Adams from Dundee FC

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 06:49:00 +0100

Crisis-hit Dundee were dealt a further, if anticipated, blow when on-loan midfielder Jamie Adams was recalled by St Johnstone.

New dad Steven Bell is a happy Par

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:22:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Steven Bell admits it's all change for him at the moment, on and off the pitch.

John McGlynn hails Raith Rovers work ethic

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:12:00 +0100

Teamwork will be crucial if Raith Rovers are to maintain their fantastic start to the first division season.

Dundee FC in crisis: administrators dismantle club's youth set-up

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 08:51:00 +0100

Dundee are to dismantle the youth set-up they spent two years rebuilding, after going into administration.

Swanson's back in contention for Dundee United

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 07:14:00 +0100

Dundee United flair midfielder Danny Swanson made his long-awaited return to training after missing much of the season so far because of a series of injuries emanating from a back complaint.

Harry MacLean brands former Dundee directors 'naive'

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 07:02:00 +0100

The last trace of the boardroom regime responsible for plunging Dundee Football Club into administration — and in so doing threatening the very existence of the Dark Blues — has been removed from Dens Park.

John Ovenstone on mend after head injury

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:21:00 +0100

East Fife defender John Ovenstone is on the mend after sustaining a serious-looking head knock in Saturday's game against Brechin.

Dunfermline won't allow hearts to rule heads against crisis-hit Dundee FC

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 18:15:00 +0100

Dunfermline assistant manager Gerry McCabe has expressed his concern for those affected by the drastic cuts at Dens Park — but knows sympathy will have to be put aside come 3pm on Saturday.

New Dundee FC boss Barry Smith thanks Brechin City for release

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:56:00 +0100

New Dundee boss Barry Smith has publicly thanked Brechin City for releasing him from his playing contract to take up the Dens Park post.

Dundee FC wait to discover SFL fate

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:18:00 +0100

Dundee will have to wait to find out what penalties — if any — the Scottish Football League will impose upon them for entering administration.

Dundee FC in crisis: transfer aborted for tax reasons, claims Chisholm

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:14:00 +0100

Gordon Chisholm has claimed that Dundee pulled out of a deal to sign Queen of the South defender Bob Harris because it would risk alerting Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs that they had money.

Graeme Smith out to keep St Johnstone gloves

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Saints goalie Graeme Smith is hoping to hold on to the first-team shirt he regained at the weekend.

Crawford wants to see East Fife fight for place

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 07:48:00 +0100

East Fife must show more desire if they are to have any chance of reaching the second division play-offs this season.

Brechin FC to bring players in for title charge

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 06:56:00 +0100

New faces will arrive at Glebe Park in the coming weeks as Brechin City look to hold on to top spot in the second division.

Gordon Chisholm lifts lid on 'manic' days at Dundee FC — and keeping Calum Melville 'sweet'

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 06:30:00 +0100

Sacked Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm kept his promise to tell his side of the story last night.

Dundee FC in crisis: expressions of support flood in

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:14:36 +0100

In the wake of Friday's dramatic events at Dens Park, politicians and fans across the city divide were united in their hope that Dundee FC would emerge from the crisis and retake their place in the top echelons of Scottish football.

Dundee FC in crisis: players chief Fraser Wishart outlines urgency

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:19:40 +0100

Players union boss Fraser Wishart spent all day at Dens Park on Friday counselling players and holding talks with administrator Bryan Jackson — and says he is under no illusions that the clock is ticking on Dundee FC's future unless a buyer is found soon.

Match report: East Fife 1 Brechin FC 3

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:26:00 +0100

Kevin McGowne's smile was almost as wide as the Bayview tunnel after the Brechin City assistant watched his side cruise to victory against East Fife.

Match report: Forfar 4 Ayr United 1

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:39:00 +0100

A dominant Forfar side cruised to a convincing 4-1 win over nine-man Ayr after a match crammed with incident.

Match report: Dunfermline 3 Ross County 2

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:43:00 +0100

Former Dundee striker Pat Clarke has stressed there were no signs of the financial storm that has left his former colleagues reeling at Dens Park.

Match report: Stirling Albion 1 Dundee 1

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:09:00 +0100

Jamie Adams endured some dark days in the past as he battled to overcome two career-threatening cruciate ligament injuries.

Match report: Dundee United 1 Celtic 2

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 06:51:00 +0100

Dundee United suffered last-gasp agony against Celtic as a Gary Hooper goal in the 89th minute earned the Hoops their eighth successive SPL win of the season.

Forfar Athletic ready for some fresh Ayr

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:22:00 +0100

Dick Campbell's Forfar Athletic host Ayr United in what he is sure will prove to be "a great game."

East Fife and Brechin City confident ahead of clash

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:11:00 +0100

East Fife boss Stevie Crawford reckons his fired-up players are ready to give Brechin City a run for their money when the league leaders visit Methil.

Sam Parkin ready for St Johnstone goals race

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 08:52:00 +0100

St Johnstone striker Sam Parkin believes he can win the race to be the club's top scorer this season.

Willie Dyer wrong-footed by his own Raith Rovers winner

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 08:31:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Willie Dyer admits that he hits the back of the net so rarely, that when he finally scored what turned out to be the winner against Falkirk he simply did not know how to celebrate.

Dundee United's Craig Conway 'raring to go' against Celtic

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 08:20:00 +0100

Dundee United winger Craig Conway is ready to torment Celtic at Tannadice on Sunday after being declared fit.

Keddie hoping opportunity will knock at Dunfermline

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 08:14:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Alex Keddie is hoping opportunity knocks against former club Ross County after what has been the most frustrating time of his career.

Dundee FC in crisis: a "disgraceful" situation

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 07:51:00 +0100

Colin McMenamin, one of the players axed by Dundee, has accused those previously running the club of playing "silly games" with people's lives.

Dundee FC in crisis: club may be wound up by Christmas

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 06:14:00 +0100

The ghost of Christmas yet to come now haunts Dundee after administrator Bryan Jackson warned the Dark Blues are in real danger of going out of business.

Dundee FC in crisis: remembering 2003

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 13:49:00 +0100

The Courier's Ian Roache covered Dundee FC's first taste of administration and looks back on the dark days of 2003.

Raith Rovers wary of Cowdenbeath FC threat in Fife derby

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 13:29:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is hoping to end the first quarter of the season with the right "score" in the shape of a win over Cowdenbeath on Saturday, which would take his side up to the 20-point mark.

League-leading Dunfermline FC up there on merit — says Jim McIntyre

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 11:14:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has delivered his side's first quarter report card and has declared himself satisfied with their start to the season.

Dundee FC in crisis: live updates

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 10:05:07 +0100

The Courier brings you the latest updates from Dens Park as the administrator arrives and the fight for Dundee FC's survival gets fully under way.

Dundee FC in crisis: Rhys Weston describes anguish

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:58:12 +0100

The plight of central defender Rhys Weston has given a human touch to Dundee FC's second lurch into administration.

St Johnstone striker Haber warms to international scene

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 07:43:00 +0100

Heading to the Highlands will seem like a walk in the park for St Johnstone striker Marcus Haber after travelling all the way to the Ukraine for his first taste of international football.

Dundee United chairman's words are a tonic for Kovacevic

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 06:19:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Mihael Kovacevic has disclosed how a comforting conversation with chairman Stephen Thompson helped ease his injury agony.

Dundee FC enter administration and start fight for survival

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 19:27:19 +0100

Dundee FC have moved into administration for the second time in seven years and now face a serious fight for survival.

Nithsdale Loyal Rangers fans lose court action over United game

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 11:01:00 +0100

A group of Rangers supporters have failed in their legal bid to obtain refunds for the price of tickets to a game against Dundee United which had to be abandoned.

St Johnstone loan Martin Hardie to Jags

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:26:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Martin Hardie has left McDiarmid Park to go on loan to Partick Thistle.

Dundee United ready for Celtic — Peter Houston

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 08:32:00 +0100

Dundee United Peter Houston is backing his team to be the first to conquer Celtic in a domestic match this season.

Quick exit for Raith Rovers coach Tom Ritchie

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 08:10:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have confirmed fitness coach Tom Ritchie has left the club after just three games with the Fife outfit.

Dundee FC expected to enter administration today

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 07:12:00 +0100

Dundee are expected to enter administration today but players and staff will face a further 24-hour wait to find out if they are being sacked.

Match report: Brechin 1 Rangers XI 1

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 06:56:00 +0100

Veteran Brechin midfielder Charlie King got a rousing ovation when he took to the Glebe Park pitch on crutches to greet the Rangers XI for his testimonial match.

Scotland's stunning riposte to Spanish inquisition

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 10:32:00 +0100

Scotland fans endured an emotional rollercoaster at Hampden Park last night as the national side fought back from a seemingly impossible situation against world champions Spain only to end up suffering a cruel 3-2 loss.

Match report: Dundee United 1 St Johnstone 2

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 09:31:00 +0100

Saints striker Peter MacDonald continued his comeback in telling fashion, setting up the first and netting the winner at Tannadice in Tuesday afternoon's Forfarshire Cup semi-final.

Administrator delay adds to anxious wait at Dens Park

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 08:22:00 +0100

Administration been delayed by a day at Dundee, with the arrival of Bryan Jackson to assume control of the Dens Park club now put back to Thursday.

Match report: Scotland 2 Spain 3

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 06:13:00 +0100

Scotland joined world champions Spain in treating the Hampden crowd to a football fiesta on Tuesday — a match filled with drama, countless chances and five goals.

Raith Rovers boss considers touchline ban appeal

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:12:00 +0100

John McGlynn is facing a touchline ban after the Raith Rovers manager was sent to the stand during a reserve fixture against East Fife last Thursday.

Jamie Adams may have Dundee stint cut short

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:13:00 +0100

Dundee's financial woes will almost certainly see on-loan St Johnstone midfielder Jamie Adams return to McDiarmid Park ahead of schedule.

Harry MacLean asked to address Dundee FC squad

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:24:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has insisted he and his players will continue to act in a professional manner, despite the threat of job cuts hanging over Dens Park.

Alex Smith blasts 'immoral' Dark Blues

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 07:13:00 +0100

Dundee have been accused of being "immoral" in a scathing attack by League Managers' Association chairman Alex Smith.

Brechin City's Charlie King out for season

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 06:07:00 +0100

Brechin have suffered a shattering blow with the news that Charlie King will be out for the rest of the season.

Montrose FC prepare for Stranraer rematch

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Montrose hope to continue their winning run when they face Stranraer for the second successive Saturday.

Dundee FC head into administration — as the 'only option'

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 06:33:00 +0100

Dundee FC have begun the process of entering administration for the second time in seven years after directors concluded it is the "only option" available to the crisis-hit club.

Dundee FC going into administration

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:04:06 +0100

Dundee FC are poised to enter administration for the second time in seven years.

McGlynn's verdict still out on Christian Nanetti

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:30:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has still to deliver his verdict on whether he regards new signing Christian Nanetti a worthy addition.

Alex Burke Dunfermline FC's newest injury woe

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 10:49:00 +0100

Dunfermline have suffered their second medial ligament injury blow within the space of a week.

Peter MacDonald aiming to tee up St Johnstone place

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 10:01:00 +0100

Peter MacDonald was chosen to partner his manager in a Ryder Cup-style team bonding golf match for the St Johnstone squad on Thursday afternoon.

Dundee United hoping to see Danny Swanson return

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 09:26:00 +0100

Dundee United are hoping that a visit to a chiropractor at the start of next week will help Danny Swanson hit the comeback trail.

Dark Blues wait for promised £200,000

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:24:00 +0100

Dundee fans face an anxious wait until next week before discovering whether Calum Melville has put his money where his mouth is following his £200,000 pledge to the club.

Dundee FC fans still "none the wiser" after meeting directors

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:09:00 +0100

Dundee FC officials blunted an expected protest by the club's loyal fans last night as they invited the faithful into Dens Park to discuss the financial calamity facing their side.

Calum Melville's £200,000 may not be enough to save Dundee FC

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:59:00 +0100

Calum Melville has pledged £200,000 to help Dundee fight off the threat of administration in the latest dramatic development at the Dens Park club.

East Fife to host reserve derby

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:56:00 +0100

Fans of East Fife and Raith Rovers missing their fix of football action this weekend can go along to New Bayview tonight to see the reserve sides clash in Methil.

Brechin City "one of the best" — thanks to Charlie King

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:49:00 +0100

Brechin City are the best part-time club in Scotland. Who says so? Charlie 'Chucky' King, the Glebe Park stalwart and one of the reasons — according to chairman Ken Ferguson — that City have been so successful in the past decade.

Strain could force Pars' Austin McCann out for three weeks

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:37:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Austin McCann could be out for up to three weeks after picking up a medial ligament strain at the weekend.

International break may help Dundee United casualties

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:58:00 +0100

Dundee United are hoping that the international break will give three players a chance to recover from injury and push themselves into contention for their next SPL game against Celtic at Tannadice.

St Johnstone boss' sympathy for axed John Hughes

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:21:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has admitted that he believes ousted Hibs gaffer John Hughes was harshly treated by the Easter Road board.

'D-Day' comes and goes but Dundee FC's future still hangs in the balance

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 06:36:00 +0100

Administration appears to be the likeliest of four potential outcomes for Dundee FC as they face an uncertain future.

Break may hurt Saints progress — Dave Mackay

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 08:42:00 +0100

Saint Johnstone defender Dave Mackay believes the international break has come at the wrong time for Saints.

Match report: Stenhousemuir 1 East Fife 1

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 08:17:22 +0100

After all was said and done on Saturday, East Fife manager Stevie Crawford was probably satisfied with a point from his side's difficult trip to Stenhousemuir — although the player-boss admitted it could, and perhaps should, have been all three.

Deadline for Dundee FC tax talks today

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 07:19:00 +0100

It is D-Day at Dens Park today, with the club's fate likely to become clear.

Match report: Queen's Park 5 Arbroath 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 15:33:00 +0100

Arbroath's already dismal away record dropped to a new low when they conceded five to Queen's Park at Hampden.

Match report: Stranraer 1 Montrose 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:56:00 +0100

Montrose recorded their first away win of the season as they ended Stranraer's unbeaten home league run.

Match report: Alloa 3 Forfar 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:40:00 +0100

A spirited fightback from being three goals behind wasn't enough to earn Forgar a share of the points when they went down 3-2 to Alloa at Recreation Park.

Match report: Brechin City 4 Peterhead 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:27:00 +0100

Brechin's hat-trick hero Rory McAllister gave the Glebe Park side a decisive 4-2 win over Peterhead which sent them back to the top of division two.

Match report: Kilmarnock 1 Dundee United 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:02:00 +0100

By manager Peter Houston's own admission, Dundee United ground out a result at Kilmarnock on Saturday to lift them to fourth in the SPL table.

Match report: Raith Rovers 0 Stirling Albion 2

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:52:00 +0100

Raith Rovers captain Iain Davidson cut a frustrated figure after the Fife club slumped to their first league defeat of the season at home to Stirling Albion on Saturday.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 Hibernian 0

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:10:00 +0100

Who can claim the credit for first uttering the immortal words "The harder I work, the luckier I get" is open to debate.

Match report: Dundee 2 Morton 1

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:19:00 +0100

As Dundee FC dice with the prospect of administration, the human side of this sorry tale has been told by defender Matt Lockwood.

Unstoppable Montrose up against immovable Stranraer

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 12:02:00 +0100

Montrose knocked in eight goals against bottom side Clyde last week but don't expect the same generosity from Stranraer who have yet to lose a league match this season.

Brechin in good shape for Peterhead encounter

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 11:32:00 +0100

Brechin sit second top of the division after last week's win against bottom of the league Dumbarton and now take on second bottom Peterhead.

Dunfermline's league tilt all that matters — Gary Mason

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 11:14:00 +0100

Rangers' fine performance in beating Turkish champions Bursaspor in the Champions League in midweek merely reinforced the view that Dunfermline should not read too much into their own defeat at Ibrox.

Poor run of results behind Arbroath's trip to face Queen's Park

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 10:42:00 +0100

Arbroath head to Hampden to meet Queen's Park today hoping to end a poor run of away form that has seen them fail to pick up any points on their travels since the opening day of the season.

Credit goes to Cowdenbeath for great start

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 10:07:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath couldn't have asked for more from the opening seven games of the campaign — apart for the recognition they're not being given, according to skipper Mark Baxter.

Simmons can see the down side of Raith Rovers' success

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:32:00 +0100

Raith Rovers midfielder Stephen Simmons has admitted that his team may become victims of their own success if other clubs start casting covetous eyes over their manager, John McGlynn.

Allan could be key in Forfar's trip to Alloa

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:21:00 +0100

Forfar have strengthened their ranks for the trip to Alloa in a bid to get their season back on track.

Trouble a-head for Scott Severin, says Garry Kenneth

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 08:07:00 +0100

Garry Kenneth reckons there's one sure fire bet to be had on this afternoon's encounter against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park... that Scott Severin ends up needing stitches in his head.

Directors tell of 'slow torture' at Dundee FC

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:54:00 +0100

Two of Dundee's directors have revealed their dismay at the prospect of the club going into administration for a second time.

Morton at home is vital game for Dark Blues

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:32:00 +0100

With everything that has gone on at Dens Park this week, it has often been easy to forget that Dundee have a vital league match against Greenock Morton today.

Groom Danny Grainger vows to sweep Hibs off their feet

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:02:00 +0100

Danny Grainger will be a model husband when he struts his stuff at a wedding show tomorrow.

East Fife get lift from Livingston show

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 06:22:00 +0100

Following their point at league leaders Livingston last weekend, East Fife will be looking for even better on their travels this afternoon when they take on Stenhousemuir.

No quick fix for Cowdenbeath boss

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:53:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath manager Jimmy Nicholl won't be taking short term measures to deal with his side's injury problems because he feels a loyalty to the players responsible for the Central Park side's positive start to the season.

Pars injury worries easing

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:36:00 +0100

Dunfermline winger David Graham is on course for a return to full training after battling back from surgery.

McGlynn vents fury at regulations

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:26:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has hit out at "illogical" regulations that forced him to sign a player without seeing him play.

Highs and lows for Saints' Steven Anderson

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:57:00 +0100

The good news for St Johnstone defender Steven Anderson is that he can play against Hibs at McDiarmid Park on Saturday.

Craig Conway will miss Kilmarnock clash

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:31:00 +0100

Dundee United will again be without Craig Conway for Saturday's Rugby Park game at Kilmarnock.

United criticise gloating of Dark Blues' 'funeral'

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:17:00 +0100

A website set up to celebrate the ‘Funeral of Dundee FC' has been criticised by the beleaguered team's greatest rivals.

No pay for players in latest Dens bombshell

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:05:53 +0100

Dundee Football Club's players and staff were left reeling on Thursday after the club failed to pay their wages.

Raith Rovers sign Nanetti from QPR

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:23:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have bolstered their squad by capturing highly-rated teenager Christian Nanetti from English Championship side Queens Park Rangers.

Garry Kenneth in line to face Kilmarnock — but Craig Conway's out

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:34:00 +0100

Battered and bruised Dundee United defender Garry Kenneth could face Kilmarnock on Saturday.

League Cup blow as sponsors Co-operative Insurance pull the plug

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:43:00 +0100

Co-operative Insurance have announced that they will not be renewing their sponsorship of the Scottish League Cup when their deal ends next year.

Chisholm urges Dundee FC players to focus on Morton game

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:17:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has urged his players to put the club's financial woes to the back of their minds and fix their thoughts on their next league match, against Morton at the weekend

Dundee FC seek last-gasp deal with taxman

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 06:55:00 +0100

Dundee FC and Her Majesty's Customs and Excise are involved in dialogue aimed at staving off the threat of liquidation or administration.

Dundee United hopeful over Garry Kenneth's fitness

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Dundee United are hoping defender Garry Kenneth will be cleared to play in next weekend's SPL match at Kilmarnock, despite having 12 stitches inserted into a head wound on Saturday.

Raith Rovers boast excellent first-quarter report

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:37:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has challenged his players to continue building on their early momentum as the first quarter of the first division draws to a close.

McInnes insists Saints aren't sinners

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0100

Derek McInnes has shot down suggestions his side are employing roughhouse tactics.

Hard graft put Dunfermline FC on top

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 06:50:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre last night revealed the major reason behind his side's terrific start to the campaign — sheer hard graft.

Dundee FC crisis: the questions that must be answered

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 06:13:00 +0100

The Courier believes Dundee FC's board of directors have a duty to provide fans with answers to the following questions:

Dundee FC — just one day to find a rescue deal

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 06:12:00 +0100

Dundee FC are one day away from entering administration for the second time unless a dramatic rescue package can be found.

Match report: Stranraer 4 Arbroath 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:52:00 +0100

Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin believes there were several positives to come out of the 4-1 defeat at Stranraer.

Match report: Montrose 8 Clyde 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:20:00 +0100

In one of the most incredible games seen at Links Park for many a year, Montrose trounced Clyde 8-1 to move off the bottom of division three.

Match report: Dumbarton 1 Brechin City 3

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:39:56 +0100

Brechin's strong away form continued after they bagged a 3-1 win against Dumbarton.

Match report: Livingston 1 East Fife 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:28:41 +0100

East Fife manager Stevie Crawford believes his side's 1-1 draw at Livingston could be the start of something.

Match report: Airdrie Utd 2 Forfar 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:21:40 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell pulled no punches in his assessment of another insipid performance from his lacklustre Loons.

Match report: Cowdenbeath 2 Dundee 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 07:20:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath keeper David Hay believes the time has come to give the Blue Brazil the credit they deserve for taking Division One by storm.

Match report: Raith Rovers 2 Falkirk 1

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:55:00 +0100

It is not often that the biggest cheer of the day at a football match is reserved for a player making a substitute appearance with just seconds left on the clock.

Match report: Dundee United 1 St Johnstone 0

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:25:00 +0100

Tannadice skipper Jon Daly has warned United's opponents they are wasting their time using underhand tactics to blunt the threat of David Goodwillie-because the Scotland Under-21 striker is now grown up enough to rise above that.

Paul Sheerin aims to end Arbroath's erratic spell

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:35:00 +0100

Arbroath make the long trip to the far south-west of Scotland on Saturday to face Stranraer at Stair Park.

Steven Tweed demands more from Montrose FC

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:30:00 +0100

Montrose are hoping to redeem themselves after a couple of disappointing results when they host Clyde this Saturday.

Stretched Forfar Athletic to welcome Airdrie United

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:25:00 +0100

A stretched Forfar Athletic will face the task of getting back on the winning track with the return of an Airdrie United side to Station Park.

Brechin pledge to grab their chances against Dumbarton

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:20:00 +0100

Brechin need to rediscover their scoring touch against Dumbarton.

East Fife bid to tame the Lions

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:15:00 +0100

East Fife face the daunting prospect of facing high-flying Livingston at the Almondvale Stadium this Saturday still smarting from last week's agonising defeat by Ayr United.

Dundee FC fans demand answers on club's future

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:00:00 +0100

The official Dundee FC Supporters' Society have voiced concerns over the continuing uncertainty at the club.

Dundee United's apology for CIS Cup draw no-show

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:50:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has stressed the club tendered apologies to the SFL before the quarter-final draw of the Co-operative Insurance Cup at Hampden on Thursday.

Dunfermline FC won't spread themselves too thinly

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:40:00 +0100

Andy Kirk firmly believes the first division is Dunfermline's "bread and butter" and wants the Pars to focus on getting the points to gain promotion to the Scottish Premier League.

Minds focused on the match as Dundee and Cowdenbeath meet

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Dundee skipper Gary Harkins insists the minds of the Dark Blues' players will be fully focused on what is happening on the pitch this weekend, not off it.

Cadamarteri's warning to former Tangerine

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:20:00 +0100

Dundee United's Danny Cadamarteri has warned former team-mate Jeno Myrie-Williams not to bother phoning a friend if he wants the answer to who will be in the Tangerines' starting line-up.

St Johnstone's Liam Craig ready to fire on all cylinders

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:10:00 +0100

Liam Craig has admitted that St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes was right to take him off at half-time in the Co-operative Insurance Cup in midweek — a decision which will ensure the influential midfielder is fresh and ready for Dundee United this Saturday.

Raith Rovers' John Baird confident for visit by Bairns

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Top scorer John Baird sees no reason why Raith Rovers can't continue their sparkling start to the season when they host Falkirk this Saturday.

Skipper urges Raith Rovers to get back to winning ways

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:53:00 +0100

Raith Rovers skipper Iain Davidson says his side cannot dwell on their Co-operative Insurance defeat at Aberdeen — because preparing to host Falkirk is too important.

Dundee United just another fixture, insists new Saint Myrie-Williams

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:14:00 +0100

Fate and the SPL fixture list have combined to give new St Johnstone signing Jennison Myrie-Williams a rapid return to his former club — but the winger insists he has nothing to prove.

Chisholm challenges players to put smile on Dark Blue faces

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:59:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has issued a rallying call to his players ahead of Saturday's league match at Cowdenbeath.

Waiting game goes on for Dundee FC fans

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 08:37:00 +0100

Worried Dundee FC fans are still in the dark over the very future of the club after chief executive Harry MacLean declined to comment following a board meeting on Thursday.

Goodwillie out to ruin former Dundee United mentor McInnes' day

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 07:37:00 +0100

David Goodwillie has revealed how Derek McInnes was the player he respected most when he was breaking into the Dundee United first team.

McInnes looks on the bright side as St Johnstone to face Celtic — twice

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 07:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone will have Celtic as guests twice in the space of a few days after the Co-operative Insurance Cup quarter-final draw gave the Hoops another trip to McDiarmid Park.

Alex Keddie forced to wait on another chance for Dunfermline

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 06:36:00 +0100

Dunfermline FC defender Alex Keddie hasadmitted his move to the Pars has not got off to the best of starts.

Worries continue for Dundee FC fans

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:15:07 +0100

Worried supporters of Dundee FC remain in the dark today about the club's fate and the future of director and benefactor Calum Melville, with chief executive Harry MacLean giving a firm "no comment" after a meeting between the pair.

Dunfermline will bounce back from Rangers defeat, says McIntyre

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:22:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre insists his team will bounce back after Tuesday night's drubbing at the hands of Rangers.

Match report: Aberdeen 3 Raith Rovers 2

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:43:00 +0100

Aberdeen flirted with extending their roll of shame against lower league opposition in cup competition before getting the better of Raith Rovers to book a place in the Co-operative Insurance Cup quarter-final draw.

Jody Morris finally atones for semi-final miss

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:19:00 +0100

By sending St Johnstone on their way to the Co-operative Insurance Cup quarter-finals with a penalty-kick opener against Queen of the South on Tuesday night, Jody Morris has also helped banish a painful personal memory.

Match report: Ross County 1 Dundee United 2 (aet)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:32:00 +0100

Dundee United progressed to the last eight of the Co-operative Insurance Cup with an extra-time victory over Ross County at Victoria Park in Dingwall.

Raith Rovers expecting a tougher Aberdeen side

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:52:00 +0100

No team in Scotland has a stingier defence than Raith Rovers, but it will come under severe strain tonight, according to centre half Laurie Ellis.

'Business as usual' for Gordon Chisholm

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:14:00 +0100

Gordon Chisholm insists he is focusing on getting the Dark Blues' season up and running and attempting to ignore the off-field problems afflicting the club.

Hampden regrets will spur Ross County against Dundee United

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:28:00 +0100

Ross County's Scott Morrison says the memory of coming up short against Dundee United in the Scottish Cup final will spur on the Staggies when the side meet again tonight.

Match report: St Johnstone 3 Queen of the South 0

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:32:00 +0100

A three-goal blitz in the space of just eight second-half minutes helped St Johnstone cruise through to the quarter-finals of the Co-operative Insurance Cup at McDiarmid Park.

Match report: Brechin City 0 Motherwell 2

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:52:00 +0100

SPL opposition proved too strong for unlucky Brechin City as they failed to convert a number of chances which could have seen them record a second Co-operative Insurance Cup upset against Motherwell.

Calum Melville could remain Dundee FC director

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:18:00 +0100

Money man Calum Melville could remain a director of Dundee FC after performing a partial U-turn on his threat to quit Dens Park.

Match report: Rangers 7 Dunfermline 2

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 07:40:00 +0100

There were goals galore at Ibrox but, unfortunately for Dunfermline, seven of them were scored by Rangers.

East Fife taking look at Phil McGuire

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:48:00 +0100

East Fife are keeping tabs on defender Phil McGuire as the former Aberdeen man continues to train with the Methil club.

CIS Cup preview: Ross County v Dundee United

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston is facing a selection headache for Wednesday's Co-operative Insurance Cup match against Ross County.

CIS Cup preview: Rangers v Dunfermline

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:32:00 +0100

For five years Andy Dowie dreamed of playing competitive first-team football at Ibrox.

CIS Cup preview: Brechin City v Motherwell

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:01:00 +0100

Brechin City host Motherwell on Tuesday night in the Co-Operative Insurance Cup, hoping to repeat their performance in the last round, when they dumped Dundee out of the competition.

Strong St Johnstone side for CIS Cup clash

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:15:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has pledged he won't field a weakened line-up against Queen of the South on Tuesday night — because to do so would risk being handed a Co-operative Insurance Cup exit.

Delight at St Johnstone after Derek McInnes signs new deal

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:46:00 +0100

St Johnstone chairman Geoff Brown has hailed Derek McInnes as the club's outstanding manager of his tenure, after tying up McInnes and number two Tony Docherty on new deals.

The Calum Melville era — in their words

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:32:00 +0100

The full story of Melville's time on the Dens board — as told in the statements made at key points.

Drama at Dundee FC won't affect players — Chisholm

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:31:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has been told to prepare as normal for Saturday's match at Cowdenbeath despite the off-field drama.

Dundee FC board to plead with Calum Melville to stay

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:30:00 +0100

Dundee's remaining board members will plead with Calum Melville to do a U-turn amid serious concern over the future of the Dens Park club.

East Fife fans rage at referee

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:39:00 +0100

There was no doubt who was the villain of the piece as far as East Fife fans were concerned as they lost out 3-2 to Ayr United at home, referee Frank McDermott coming in for some hefty criticism as he awarded the visitors three penalties.

Comeback victory for Dunfermline against Cowdenbeath

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:20:00 +0100

Everyone at East End Park witnessed one of Scottish football's greatest comebacks, a famous victory that occupies a proud place in Dunfermline's long history.

Montrose FC lose out to Elgin in five-goal thriller

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:01:00 +0100

Elgin moved off the bottom of the third division at the expense of Montrose following a 3-2 thriller at Boroughbriggs.

Raith Rovers have what it takes for the title — Craig Wilson

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 07:38:00 +0100

Raith Rovers may have been replaced at the head of the first division by Fife rivals Dunfermline but defender Craig Wilson insists they have what it takes to sustain a title challenge.

Rangers cruelly expose Dundee United's faults

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 07:01:00 +0100

Sean Dillon has admitted that Rangers went on to complete their four-goal rout at Ibrox on Saturday after they "smelled blood" — with most of it leaking, so to speak, from self-inflicted Dundee United wounds.

Jackson's jinx strikes again

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 06:15:00 +0100

The jinx afflicting Scottish football's unluckiest player struck again on Saturday as Andy Jackson was stretchered off after a horrific collision at McDiarmid Park.

New Gayfield suite commemorates 36-0 scoreline

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:59:00 +0100

Arbroath FC's stuttering start to the playing season may not have given their loyal fans much to cheer about so far.

Preview: Forfar v Stenhousemuir

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:42:00 +0100

A full-strength Forfar head for Stenhousemuir with an on-fire strike force, and a rearguard Dick Campbell believes is as good as any in the division.

Preview: East Fife v Ayr United

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:18:00 +0100

East Fife will be looking to bounce back from a late defeat last weekend against Ayr United at Bayview.

Preview: Brechin v Livingston

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:14:00 +0100

Brechin City will bring in striker David McKenna for the home game against Livingston as a straight replacement for Ross McAllister who is suspended after his red card against Airdrie last week.

Preview: Rangers v Dundee United

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 08:41:00 +0100

It will be memories of the fantastic fightback in the Scottish Cup quarter-final that will occupy Morgaro Gomis' mind when he faces the champions, not thoughts of a certain other visit to Ibrox.

Preview: Elgin City v Montrose

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:58:00 +0100

Montrose have completed the signing of former Aberdeen defender Jonathan Crawford until the end of the season after he impressed as a trialist against Albion Rovers last week.

Preview: Dunfermline v Cowdenbeath

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:31:00 +0100

Dunferlmine's Willie Gibson could have landed himself in a "spot" of bother when he told the club's top striker Andy Kirk he was no longer up to the job of taking penalties.

Preview: St Johnstone v St Mirren

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:12:00 +0100

They may be friends reunited, but Cleveland Taylor insists there will be no old pals' act if he is competing for the same winger's jersey as Jennison Myrie-Williams.

Preview: Raith Rovers v Dundee

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 06:42:00 +0100

The last time John Baird played against Dundee the result cost then Dark Blues manager Jocky Scott his job.

Preview: Arbroath v Albion Rovers

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 06:29:00 +0100

Arbroath welcome on-form Albion Rovers to Gayfield with player/manager Paul Sheerin keen to see some consistency and stability in his side's performances.

Dundee United 'Arab app' launched for iPhone

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 14:40:00 +0100

It was a case of "the boys with the Arab app" as Dundee United players launched the club's official iPhone application.

Raith Rovers given a Dens Park goal

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:51:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has set his side the task of becoming the first team to score a league goal against Dundee at Dens Park this season.

Dundee FC youngster Craig Forsyth admits he lacks aggression

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:27:00 +0100

Craig Forsyth has admitted he'll need to undergo a personality transplant to satisfy the demands of manager Gordon Chisholm.

Peter Houston stands up for defensive Rangers

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 07:58:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has confirmed the Tangerines won't be following Rangers' example at Ibrox.

Pars to face blast of Winter

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 07:26:00 +0100

When the fixture list came out in the summer, Craig Winter's eyes scanned down to see when he would be going to East End Park.

Pars welcome new signing Jack Ross

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:48:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has bolstered his defensive options with the addition of experienced full-back Jack Ross.

Michael Duberry looks for improvement from St Johnstone

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:21:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Michael Duberry has admitted that things can only get better for the Perth side after their dismal display against Motherwell last weekend.

Jimmy Nicholl pleased with Cowdenbeath's early spark

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:57:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl has revealed the secret of his side's early-season success.

We can succeed where Manchester United failed: Pernis

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:33:00 +0100

Dundee United's goalkeeper thinks the Tangerines can succeed where Manchester United failed -- by breaching the rock-solid Rangers rearguard.

Dunfermline manager welcomes Cowdenbeath's bright start

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:52:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has paid tribute to west Fife rivals Cowdenbeath, describing them as a "welcome addition" to the first division.

CIS round of applause for Raith star Gregory Tade

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:07:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Gregory Tade has been named the Co-operative Insurance Cup player of round two — and no one was more surprised than the player himself.

Dundee boss expects Raith to stay in the race

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:37:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has backed Raith Rovers to maintain an interest in the first division title race.

'Big call' over Dundee United's Barry Douglas

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:37:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Barry Douglas is being backed to come through his Ibrox examination.

Jennison Myrie-Williams snubs the south for St Johnstone move

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:45:00 +0100

Former Dundee United winger Jennison Myrie-Williams has snubbed assorted possible moves back south to sign a short-term deal with St Johnstone.

Dunfermline FC's David Graham faces double challenge

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 08:09:00 +0100

David Graham has acknowledged he faces a challenge to regain his place in the Pars side once he resumes full training.

Return for Raith Rovers car crash victim Mark Campbell

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:48:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has revealed that centre-half Mark Campbell is to take a significant step on the road to making his long-awaited comeback for the first team.

Dundee FC's Shimmin and Grant will be out for weeks

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:26:00 +0100

Dundee have been told Dominic Shimmin and Charlie Grant are facing extended spells on the sidelines.

Match report: Forfar 0 Dundee United 2

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:25:00 +0100

Two goals from striker Andis Shala saw Dundee United see off neighbours Forfar in Tuesday night's Forfarshire Cup tie at Station Park.

Forfar keen to welcome Dundee United

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 10:42:00 +0100

Forfar are looking forward to meeting SPL opposition on Tuesday night when they face Dundee United in the Forfarshire Cup.

Raith Rovers reserves kick off cup campaign

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:41:00 +0100

Raith Rovers reserves welcome their Cowdenbeath counterparts to Stark's Park on Tuesday night (7.30 kick-off) for the first Reserve League Cup east section match of the season.

All-weather training pitch for Dunfermline FC

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:40:00 +0100

Dunfermline are to get a new all-weather pitch at their training centre at Pitreavie, the club has confirmed.

Houston shows patience with Danny Swanson

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:16:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston is prepared to be patient when it comes to the return of Danny Swanson.

Two teams the radical solution for Dundee FC boss

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:40:00 +0100

Gordon Chisholm has told fans they could soon be seeing two different Dundee teams.

Troubled St Johnstone need to get their act together

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 06:45:00 +0100

St Johnstone skipper Jody Morris has said the time has come for Saints to get their act together.

Match report: St Johnstone 0 Motherwell 2

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:53:00 +0100

The person in charge of the McDiarmid Park music system either has a dark sense of humour or an unfortunate knack of choosing the wrong song at the wrong time.

Match report: Dunfermline 3 Dundee 1

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:14:00 +0100

Dundee FC's Matt Lockwood reckons his side pressed the self-destruct button at East End Park — as the Pars' fine start to the season continued.

Match report: Dundee United 3 Aberdeen 1

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 06:18:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie never doubted his team's ability to become winners again, but even he was taken aback by the manner in which they did so.

St Johnstone star Steven Anderson goes on the defensive

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:32:00 +0100

St Johnstone centre-half Steven Anderson has defended his own reputation as his side set out to clinch their first league win of the season against Motherwell this Saturday.

Dundee keeper out to Fox Dunfermline

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:22:00 +0100

The door to the Dundee first team will finally open for Scott Fox today and the goalkeeper hopes there will be no going back.

Dunfermline win would be text best thing for Pat Clarke

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:21:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker Pat Clarke is determined to have the last laugh with his joker former team-mates when the Pars take on Dundee at East End Park today.

Raith Rovers hope for perfect day against Ross County

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:09:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn insists his high-flying side can maintain their early-season momentum when they take on Ross County.

Dundee United are seeking redemption

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Dundee United central defender Garry Kenneth had a face as red as an Aberdeen shirt the last time he walked off the Tannadice pitch.

Dunfermline FC face tough task as Dens men arrive

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:33:00 +0100

The last time Dunfermline played Dundee, in March, they ran out well-deserved 2-1 winners at a snowy East End Park.

Date set for Jocky Scott employment tribunal

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:55:00 +0100

Sacked Dundee manager Jocky Scott and assistant boss Ray Farningham will have their case against the club heard on September 20.

Raith Rovers look to maintain momentum

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:43:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn believes the international break shouldn't signal the end of his high-flying side’s run of form.

Chisholm out to cure Dundee FC travel sickness

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:43:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm knows his team go off-track when they take the road and the miles away from Dens Park.

New boy Scott Severin aims to silence Dons fans

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:13:00 +0100

Tannadice was a ground Aberdeen rarely prospered at during Scott Severin's time with the Dons.

St Johnstone boss wary of Well's wily foxes

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 07:39:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has pinpointed the biggest dangers to his side picking up their first SPL win of the season against Motherwell this weekend — and they will not be on the McDiarmid Park playing surface.

Brechin defender McLaughlin may face operation

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:07:00 +0100

Brechin fear their influential defender Gerry McLaughlin may require an operation.

Steven Doris could be a bonus sub for Red Lichties

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:22:00 +0100

Arbroath could have Steven Doris involved, for the first time this term, as they head for Berwick on Saturday.

Tweed's return for Montrose delayed

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:44:00 +0100

Montrose FC player-boss Steven Tweed may have to delay his comeback.

Chisholm's words of advice for Dundee youngster Craig Forsyth

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:21:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has told Craig Forsyth that the world is his oyster — if he discovers a bit of grit.

Dundee United striker Russell hoping to reap benefits of Raith spell

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 08:41:00 +0100

Johnny Russell is hoping to follow in David Goodwillie's footsteps by breaking through at Dundee United after a loan spell with Raith Rovers.

Dave Mackay could return for St Johnstone

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 08:01:00 +0100

St Johnstone could welcome back Dave Mackay for the visit of Motherwell.

McGlynn not surprised by Raith Rovers' great start

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:28:00 +0100

While Raith Rovers' position at the top of the first division table after four games took many pundits by surprise, manager John McGlynn has admitted he wasn't one of them.

Injury-time Scotland winner leaves Levein happy

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:17:00 +0100

Scotland produced a late, late winner against Liechtenstein at Hampden to salvage their Euro 2012 campaign.

Danny Swanson may be back earlier than first thought

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:14:00 +0100

Danny Swanson could be back in action for Dundee United by the end of the month after fears he'd perhaps torn a hamstring were allayed.

Dunfermline v Rangers cup tickets on sale tomorrow

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:56:00 +0100

Dunfermline fans have the opportunity to get their hands on tickets for the Co-operative Insurance Cup third round tie away to SPL champions Rangers when they go on sale tomorrow morning.

Peter MacDonald's long road back to fitness for Saints

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:42:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Peter MacDonald is set to take the next step on his road to recovery following two cartilage operations.

Dominic Shimmin has to sit it out

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:08:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm admitted he has no idea when summer signing Dominic Shimmin will be available to feature again.

Fingers crossed at Dens Park for Leigh Griffiths

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:15:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm is keeping his fingers crossed that star striker Leigh Griffiths will be fit enough to take the field against Dunfermline at the weekend.

Calum Woods wants slice of luck for Dunfermline

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Dunfermline right-back Calum Woods believes the club are due a 'rub of the green' against Dundee this weekend.

Liam Caddis signs two-year deal with St Johnstone

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:15:00 +0100

St Johnstone youngster Liam Caddis has received an early birthday present in the shape of a new two-year deal at the club.

Match report: Forfar 0 Ross County 2

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 07:59:00 +0100

Ross County's Scott Morrison watched sub-standard whistler Alan Muir issue two red cards — then insisted he had called three dismissal decisions incorrectly.

Match report: Arbroath 1 Queen's Park 0

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 07:05:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin was delighted with his side's second clean sheet in as many games after the Lichties edged out Queen's Park at Gayfield Park.

Dundee United bosses to hold talks over players

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 06:17:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson, will hold talks with his manager Peter Houston this week to determine exactly who in their playing squad they can afford to offer new or extended deals to.

Scan may reveal all for Dundee United's Danny Swanson

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Dundee United's Danny Swanson will receive a scan today in a bid to determine the cause of his persistent hamstring trouble.

Dundee FC's Charlie Grant could be out for weeks

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:20:00 +0100

Dundee have been dealt a blow following the news that midfielder Charlie Grant could be out for several weeks because of a nasty ankle twist.

Injured St Johnstone men relish week off

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:10:00 +0100

The international break could not have come at a better time for St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes.

Award-winning Andy Kirk hails Dunfermline team

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Andy Kirk paid tribute to his team-mates as he picked up the Irn Bru Phenomenal Player of the Month award for August.

Forfar's Loons aim to be TV stars

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:51:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic have put out a plea to budding movie-makers to help the Loons become stars of newly set up SFL TV.

Saints keeper Enckelman sees competitive cap hopes slip away

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:22:00 +0100

Peter Enckelman fears his chances of ever playing competitively for Finland may have suffered a serious setback after he was forced to pull out of the European Championship qualifiers against Moldova and Holland.

Pars striker David Graham goes under the knife

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:32:00 +0100

Dunfermline's David Graham is on the mend after undergoing surgery on his ankle.

Cadamarteri to fight for Dundee United place

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:10:00 +0100

Danny Cadamarteri has vowed to force his way into the Dundee United first-team after the transfer deadline passed and he remained at Tannadice.

Eric Paton back in Dark Blues pole position

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:13:00 +0100

Former captain Eric Paton has been assured he very much has a future at Dundee FC after his possible transfer to Motherwell failed to materialise.

Returning Campbell will boost East Fife defence

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:02:00 +0100

East Fife's defensive woes could be eased as centre-back Steven Campbell nears a return to fitness.

Graeme Smith ready to work for place at Saints

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:30:00 +0100

Graeme Smith revealed he didn't go off in the huff after losing his first-team place with St Johnstone — because it's just not his style.

Raith Rovers rocked by injury to Dougie Hill

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:51:00 +0100

High-flying Raith Rovers have been hit by a serious injury to defender Dougie Hill.

Pars chairman pleased with cup draw

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:26:00 +0100

Dunfermline chairman John Yorkston said he is pleased with the cup draw against Rangers and is also satisfied with the club's start to the league season.

Dundee FC land Finnish striker Njazi Kuqi

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:21:00 +0100

Dundee have signed Kosovan-born Finnish internationalist striker Njazi Kuqi on a one-year deal.

Severin moved from Watford to fill Webster gap

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:37:00 +0100

Scott Severin has revealed he's been signed principally to fill the gap left by Andy Webster's return to Rangers.

Kurtis Byrne enjoying hot streak at East Fife

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:08:00 +0100

Earlier this year his career appeared to be stagnating but right now East Fife striker Kurtis Byrne's stock couldn't be any higher after banging in a hat-trick against Dumbarton at the weekend.

Dunfermline hit jackpot in Co-operative Insurance Cup draw

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:27:00 +0100

There were smiles all round at East End Park when the third-round draw for the Co-operative Insurance Cup handed Dunfermline a trip to Ibrox.

Derek McInnes has no fears for Saints squad

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:42:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes insists he's not concerned about Saints heading into the international break propping up the SPL.

International break should aid Joe Mbu's fitness

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:31:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl is hoping that influential defender Joe Mbu can edge closer to fitness during the international break.

Gordon Chisholm praises the 'real' Jamie Adams

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:12:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm believes the club's fans are finally beginning to see the "real" Jamie Adams after the midfielder endured a faltering start to his time at Dens.

Severin signs as trio depart Tannadice

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:22:00 +0100

Dundee United snapped up former Scotland defender/midfielder Scott Severin on a free transfer from Watford.

Gable Endies get Paul Watson until Christmas

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:02:00 +0100

Montrose have signed midfielder Paul Watson on loan from Forfar until Christmas.

Stevie Crawford's hopes for East Fife FC

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:06:00 +0100

Stevie Crawford has played down talk of East Fife challenging for promotion this year, but does believe a play-off place is within their reach.

Start pleases Dunfermline FC boss

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:41:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre said he is pleased with his side's start to the season and how he wished there wasn't a break in action this coming weekend.

Saints' Liam Caddis takes it all in his stride

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:26:00 +0100

It was back down to earth for Liam Caddis as he went from making his St Johnstone debut in front of 46,000 fans at Ibrox to featuring for Saints under-19s in a friendly at Kinnoull Juniors.

Chisholm is all shook up by Pressley

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:58:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has told Falkirk manager Steven "Elvis" Pressley — don't be cruel to my team.

United determined to discover cause of Danny Swanson's injury

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:10:00 +0100

Dundee United are determined to find out for once and for all the cause of Danny Swanson's current injury problem.

Break comes at a bad time for Rovers

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:42:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is hoping the international break does not halt the early season momentum his side has built up.

Match report: Hearts 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:48:00 +0100

Dundee United gave a performance full of grit and bravery, capped by a late wonder goal, to secure a well-deserved point at Tynecastle.

Jock Brown to become Dundee FC chairman

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:18:00 +0100

Dundee's search for a new chairman is at an end with former Celtic general manager Jock Brown set to step into the Dens Park hot seat.

Promising partnership lifts gloom over Dundee FC

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 06:35:00 +0100

Neither of them got on the scoresheet against Falkirk but both played a huge part in lifting the gloom over Dens Park.

Match report: Raith Rovers 1 Morton 0

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 06:20:00 +0100

Modest Raith Rovers keeper David McGurn was reluctant to take any credit for keeping the Kirkcaldy men at the top of the table on 12 points after his third clean sheet in a row.

Dundee FC bring in Austrian striker David Witteveen

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:50:00 +0100

Dundee have signed David Witteveen on loan from Hearts and the big striker goes straight into the squad for the first division game against Falkirk.

Praise for Dundee United fans after Greek debacle

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:40:00 +0100

SFA head of security Derek Kirkwood has given Dundee United’s fans a glowing report following their trip to Athens.

Desperate Dixon's wee problem is no joke

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Paul Dixon is desperate to have a go at Hearts after struggling to go in the aftermath of Dundee United’s Europa League match against AEK Athens.

St Johnstone undaunted by trip to Ibrox

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:20:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Alan Maybury is undaunted by the prospect of performing before a crowd of 50,000 people at Ibrox — despite the fact he was more used to playing in front of one man and his dog last season.

Raith Rovers' return pleases star turn Mark Ferry

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:10:00 +0100

Raith Rovers will look to continue their sensational start to the season as they welcome Morton to Stark’s Park.

Alex Burke's relief to rejoin Dunfermline FC

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Alex Burke has spoken of his frustration at being injured and how he is relieved to be back in the Pars team.

Raith Rovers chairman adds note of caution

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:49:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have once again made an incredible start to the season but club chairman Dave Somerville is not getting carried away just yet.

Pride restored, but United rue missed chances against AEK Athens

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:49:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has "belief in his players again" after they drew with AEK in Athens, going out of the Europa League 2-1 on aggregate.

New Rangers star Vladimir Weiss could have been a Saint

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:29:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has revealed that Rangers' new wing wizard Vladimir Weiss could have been playing in a Saints jersey last season.

Nicky Phinn urges Dunfermline to cut out costly errors

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:32:00 +0100

Dunfermline midfielder Nicky Phinn has said the team will have to cut out errors if they mean to mount a promotion challenge this season.

Matt Lockwood signs 12-month Dundee FC deal

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:32:00 +0100

Matt Lockwood has secured a future at Dundee, signing a one-year deal with the Dens Park club.

Match report: AEK Athens 1 Dundee United 1 (AEK win 2-1 on aggregate)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:15:00 +0100

The European adventure is over for Dundee United, ended in the heat of Athens by AEK.

Brechin City cup hero hopes praise rubs off on physio

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:53:00 +0100

Rory McAllister may have picked up the plaudits and man-of-the-match award following his two-goal contribution to Brechin's Co-operative Insurance triumph over Dundee — but the City striker says much of the credit must go to legendary physio Tam Gilmartin.

Dundee FC skipper says players must shoulder blame

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:11:00 +0100

Dundee skipper Gary Harkins reckons the rap for the Dark Blues' woeful start to the campaign belongs to the playing staff — not the managerial team of Gordon Chisholm and Billy Dodds.

St Johnstone striker gunning for Rangers

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:43:00 +0100

St Johnstone's League Cup goal hero Scott Dobie has revealed his determination to put a barren pre-season behind him and shoot down champions Rangers on Saturday.

Dundee United focused on AEK Athens — Robertson

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:22:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson has vowed to overcome the chaos that has descended upon the club's trip to Athens.

Ankle surgery for Dunfermline's David Graham

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:47:00 +0100

Dunfermline FC striker David Graham goes under the surgeon's knife today in a bid to resolve a troublesome ankle injury.

Dundee United update advice for fans in Athens

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:34:00 +0100

Dundee United have asked their 500-plus supporters to gather at the Kallimarmaro Stadium in the centre of Athens so they can be bussed to tonight's match against AEK for security reasons.

Under-pressure Chisholm 'getting on with the job'

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:49:59 +0100

Gordon Chisholm insists his commitment to whipping Dundee into shape remains undiminished despite their struggling in the league and having exited both cup competitions already.

Raith Rovers' strong start is no bolt from the blue

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:29:00 +0100

Raith Rovers may seem to be flying high at the moment, but Allan Walker has insisted that everyone at the club is keeping their feet firmly on the ground.

Dundee United's Athens venue finally set

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 06:34:00 +0100

Dundee United's Europa League match in Athens has been switched for the final time.

Dundee United's tie switched to Olympiacos, with Greek fans banned

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:37:00 +0100

Dundee United's match against AEK Athens has been switched again — and AEK fans banned — after Tangerines supporters endured another day of farce at the hands of UEFA.

Match report: Raith Rovers 1 Hamilton 0

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:39:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' blistering start to the season continued with a thoroughly merited victory over Hamilton in the Co-operative Insurance Cup at Stark's Park.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 Morton 0

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:30:00 +0100

It was a case of "job done" for St Johnstone as they won through to the next round of the Co-operative Insurance Cup but they made heavy weather of disposing of their first division opponents.

Match report: Dunfermline 3 Clyde 2

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:58:00 +0100

Pars boss Jim McIntyre was rightly relieved after a poor display nearly saw his side blow the chance to advance into the next round.

Match report: Brechin City 2 Dundee 2 (Brechin win 3-1 on penalties)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:19:00 +0100

Leigh Griffiths re-discovered his scoring touch to pull Dundee back from the brink of another cup humbling.

Panionios fans dig up United v AEK venue

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:04:00 +0100

Dundee United's match against AEK Athens was last night sensationally thrown into fresh doubt after a group of Panionios fans trashed their own stadium in protest at their bitter rivals being allowed to play there.

Dundee United's Europa tie venue vandalised

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:31:30 +0100

No room for friendship ahead of St Johnstone's Morton cup clash

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 10:10:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Chris Millar has revealed that he has been plagued by nuisance phonecalls from former team-mate Stuart McCaffrey ahead of tonight's Co-operative Insurance Cup tie against Morton.

Slow-starting Dundee United not complacent — Sean Dillon

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:33:00 +0100

Sean Dillon has insisted that Dundee United's poor start to the season reflects neither complacency nor having been overly reliant on now-departed loan signing Andy Webster.

Dunfermline FC targeting good cup run

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:41:00 +0100

Andy Kirk has admitted he would settle for a repeat of the last time Dunfermline met Clyde in a cup competition.

Dundee United awaiting word of Europa tie venue

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:32:00 +0100

Dundee United will this morning discover where their Europa League return with AEK Athens will be staged on Thursday.

Raith Rovers await Hamilton visit to Stark's Park

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:49:00 +0100

Raith Rovers face Hamilton in the Co-Operative Insurance Cup at Stark's Park tonight, still basking in the glory of Saturday's 2-0 win over Dunfermline, which saw them take a three-point lead at the top of the first division.

Dark Blues out to avoid another howler

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 06:57:00 +0100

Gordon Chisholm has said his Dundee side won't be caught out again following their Alba Cup humbling by Stenhousemuir.

Dundee United reject Middlesbrough's Craig Conway bid

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 06:18:00 +0100

Dundee United have revealed that they have rejected a bid from Middlesbrough for Craig Conway.

Match report: East Fife 2 Peterhead 1

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:52:00 +0100

Stevie Crawford hailed his East Fife side's spirit after they came from a goal down to snatch all three points from Peterhead.

Match report: Forfar 1 Brechin 1

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:17:00 +0100

Forfar's players were gutted that they couldn't get the upper hand on neighbours Brechin in a hard-fought derby, but Loons manager Dick Campbell had no complaints.

Match report: Montrose 3 Arbroath 0

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:44:00 +0100

Montrose took all three points and moved into seventh place — and claimed the bragging rights in the opening Angus derby of the season — with a comfortable 3-0 win over Arbroath at Links Park.

Match report: Cowdenbeath 1 Queen of the South 3

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:17:00 +0100

A spirited comeback failed to rescue Cowdenbeath as Queen of the South notched their first league win of the season.

Match report: Dundee United 0 Inverness CT 4

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:21:00 +0100

Dundee United have to go back to Hampden in May to find their last competitive victory, following this home hammering from the Highlanders.

Match report: St Johnstone 0 Aberdeen 1

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:57:00 +0100

Kevin Rutkiewicz was named sponsor's man-of-the-match against Aberdeen but admitted he should also have claimed the accolade of match-winner.

Match report: Raith Rovers 2 Dunfermline 0

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:09:00 +0100

Raith Rovers are riding high at the top of the First Division following a hard-fought 2-0 win over neighbours Dunfermline.

Craig Conway may be on his way to Middlesbrough

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:29:00 +0100

Craig Conway would appear to have played his last game for United.

Match report: Dundee FC 0 Ross County 0

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:39:00 +0100

As one of Dundee’s longest-serving players, Craig McKeown is well-placed to assess the position of the team in its current guise.

Dundee FC signing thanks to Dundee United old pals

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 10:24:00 +0100

The Dundee United old boy network has paid dividends for Dundee as they prepare to welcome Ross County today.

Craig Conway hopes for better protection

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 09:30:00 +0100

Craig Conway has been kicked all over Tannadice and now he wants to put the boot into Inverness Caley Thistle as the Tangerines switch from European football to the SPL.

Liam Craig happy to move backwards at St Johnstone

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:50:00 +0100

Liam Craig has told Saints boss Derek McInnes that he's still available as a stand-in left-back.

Raith Rovers and Dunfermline prepare for top-of-the-table clash

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:45:00 +0100

Raith Rovers striking duo Gregory Tade and John Baird say they are determined to down near neighbours Dunfermline in the eagerly-awaited Fife derby.

Houston insists Dundee United's Europa chance has not gone

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:41:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston admitted his team will be up against it in Athens but insisted they can still claim a shock win in the Greek capital next week.

Alan Maybury signs for year at St Johnstone

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has moved to ease his club's defensive concerns by signing former Republic of Ireland internationalist Alan Maybury on a one-year deal.

Preview: Raith Rovers v Dunfermline

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:05:00 +0100

Raith Rovers defender Grant Murray is eagerly looking forward to what should be another memorable Fife derby on Saturday.

Matt Lockwood may solve a problem for Dundee FC

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:59:00 +0100

Dundee FC could have a fresh face in their team to face Ross County, with former Colchester defender Matt Lockwood at Dens on trial.

St Johnstone FC post £60,000 loss

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:48:00 +0100

St Johnstone lost a little over £60,000 on their return to the SPL. Saints' accounts to May — which cover the period in which they celebrated their 125th anniversary — showed a pre-tax loss of £63,367.

Match report: Dundee United 0 AEK Athens 1

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:39:00 +0100

It was hardly a Greek tragedy but Dundee United face a Herculean task to make it past AEK Athens in this Europa League play-off round tie.

United's Europa League bid flagging

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:32:05 +0100

Dundee United have a real battle on their hands to qualify for the Europa League group stages after losing 1-0 at Tannadice to AEK Athens.

Peter Houston ready to write own chapter of United's European story

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:21:00 +0100

Peter Houston was a TV addict in the 1980s when it came to watching Dundee United beat some of Europe's top clubs.

AEK Athens coach dismisses any talk of pressure

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:26:00 +0100

AEK Athens coach Dusan Bajevic denied he feels any extra pressure going into tonight's clash.

St Johnstone ready for Aberdeen test

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:37:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes is preparing to face a “buoyant” Aberdeen side after the Dons got off to the best start of anyone in the SPL.

Fitness worries for Dundee FC boss

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 06:59:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has admitted he's hamstrung as he seeks to get a clutch of players match fit — because he can't chance further depleting his squad.

Jon Daly proud to lead Dundee United into Europe

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 06:24:00 +0100

It will be with heart pounding and chest puffed out that Jon Daly will lead Dundee United out of the tunnel as European football finally returns to Tannadice.

Raith Rovers hope for derby cash lift

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:27:00 +0100

Raith Rovers are looking for a cash as well as points windfall from Saturday's Fife derby clash with Dunfermline.

St Johnstone's Dave Mackay played at Hearts with broken back

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 09:49:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender Dave Mackay has taken the phrase "playing through the pain barrier" to a new extreme, after he revealed that he endured Saturday's SPL opener against Hearts with a broken back.

Pernis playing it cool as Dundee United prepare for AEK Athens

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 08:31:00 +0100

Dundee United goalkeeper Dusan Pernis will be an oasis of calm amid the Tannadice tension when he faces AEK Athens, despite playing such a crucial role.

Leigh Griffiths determined to face Ross County

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:56:00 +0100

Dundee striker Leigh Griffiths insists he'll pull out all the stops in order to face Ross County this weekend.

Mixed squad news for Cowdenbeath FC

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:55:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath's Jon Robertson is on the verge of returning from injury but skipper Mark Baxter could be facing a spell on the sidelines after damaging a hamstring during the weekend win over Stirling.

Raith Rovers' Mark Ferry enjoying top form

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:37:00 +0100

Raith Rovers midfielder Mark Ferry has high hopes that he can continue to earn a regular starting slot for his side this term.

Jim McIntyre's praise — and warning

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 09:36:00 +0100

Dunfermline manager Jim McIntyre has said he isn't getting carried away by his side's impressive league start but took time to praise them after a hard-earned three points on Saturday.

United chairman Stephen Thompson wants a packed Tannadice

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:24:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has urged fans to make a "final push" to pack Tannadice.

Gordon Chisholm refusing to press panic button

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:27:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm is predicting good things from his side this term — despite their poor performance in losing to Partick Thistle at the weekend.

Danny Grainger seeks speedy return

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 06:30:00 +0100

After initially fearing he had broken his leg at Tynecastle on Saturday, St Johnstone full-back Danny Grainger now hopes to be back in action within the next fortnight.

Match report: Brechin City 0 Stenhousemuir 0

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:41:00 +0100

Brechin boss Jim Weir was left regretting the chances his side missed as they had to settle for a point in a goalless home draw with Stenhousemuir.

Match report: Peterhead 1 Forfar 2

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:50:00 +0100

New boys Forfar Athletic are showing the rest of the second division the way as the league's only side with maximum points after two games.

Match report: East Stirlingshire 2 Montrose 1

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:06:00 +0100

Montrose manager Steven Tweed watched his side lose 2-1 at East Stirling-then admitted they will only be able to crack it when they can deliver a rounded 90 minutes.

Match report: Arbroath 0 Annan Athletic 2

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:26:00 +0100

The concession of two goals in just three minutes to Annan Athletic sent Arbroath crashing to defeat in their opening home game of the season.

Match report: Alloa Athletic 3 East Fife 2

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:37:00 +0100

Judging by the first few games of the season, East Fife fans can be assured of entertainment and plenty of goals when they watch their side play this term.

Match report: Hearts 1 St Johnstone 1

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:12:00 +0100

St Johnstone were breathing a little easier on Sunday after it emerged that defender Danny Grainger is not seriously injured.

AEK Athens coach won't be fooled by United result

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:36:00 +0100

AEK Athens coach Dusan Bajevic insists he won't be fooled by Dundee United's Jekyll and Hyde performance in drawing 1-1 with St Mirren.

Match report: St Mirren 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:26:00 +0100

Dundee United may have fallen short of their targeted three points from their opening fixture at New Love Street on Saturday, but defender Sean Dillon revealed the determination in the camp to be up to the mark by the time they play AEK Athens in their Europa League play-off at Tannadice on Thursday.

Match report: Dunfermline 2 Morton 0

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 06:32:00 +0100

Dunfermline winger Willie Gibson has revealed the main reason he rejected a move to English outfit Crawley Town was down to his fiancee.

Raith's John Baird gunning for more goals

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 09:46:00 +0100

After netting a hat-trick in last weekend’s league opener, new Raith Rovers hitman John Baird is hoping for more of the same when his side travel to take on Queen of the South.

Home form's the key, says Dunfermline FC's Andy Kirk

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 09:15:00 +0100

Pars striker Andy Kirk wants the team to improve their home form this season and throw off the inconsistencies that cost them last season.

Buddies will be no soft touch, warns Dixon

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:52:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Paul Dixon knows through personal experience that you can take a successful step up to the SPL.

Dundee FC signing Charlie Grant aims to fit right in

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:10:00 +0100

Dundee new boy Charlie Grant last night revealed how he made up his mind to join the Dark Blues as soon as he walked through the Dens Park door.

New Saint Marcus Haber won't get shirty over dressing-room banter

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 07:45:00 +0100

St Johnstone new boy Marcus Haber has revealed how becoming the butt of jokes over his choice of clothing has helped him to settle in at McDiarmid Park.

Hospitality on offer at Brechin City and Montrose FC

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:12:00 +0100

Brechin City chairman Ken Ferguson has called on supporters to try the club's hospitality lounge in the newly-renamed David Will stand at Glebe Park.

Double fitness boost for Dunfermline Athletic

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:37:00 +0100

There is good news for Dunfermline fans, with two players fighting their way back from injury.

East Fife to face Queen of the South in Alba Cup quarter-final

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 12:40:00 +0100

East Fife will face the long trip down to Dumfries for their Alba Cup quarter-final against Queen of the South.

John McGlynn aiming even higher for Raith Rovers

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:27:00 +0100

After last season's successful return to first division football, Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has challenged his players to surpass their previous points tally come the end of the coming campaign.

Eric Paton 'doubtful' for Dundee FC's Partick clash

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 10:39:00 +0100

As Dundee strive to put their Stenhousemuir horror show behind them, they have been hit by a fresh injury worry.

Peter Houston tips Danny Lennon to make SPL impact with St Mirren

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:42:00 +0100

The Cowdenbeath coaching academy deserves credit as another manager who was schooled at Central Park prepares for his SPL graduation.

Scotland new boy sets Saints goals target

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 07:30:00 +0100

Fresh from finally claiming his long awaited Scotland under-21 cap, St Johnstone's Murray Davidson is targeting a club campaign to remember.

Danny Grainger off on the right foot for St Johnstone

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:40:00 +0100

St Johnstone are headed into the new season without a natural left-back as cover for Danny Grainger.

Kurtis Byrne is an East Fife FC star in the making

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:19:00 +0100

Kurtis Byrne is a star in the making, according to East Fife boss Stevie Crawford, after watching the youngster tear Stirling Albion apart on Tuesday night.

Dick Campbell keeps his cool for Forfar FC trip north

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:05:00 +0100

Dick Campbell's delight with his unbeaten Loons is being reined in ahead of a trip north this weekend.

Morgaro Gomis to show old clubmate Danny Lennon no mercy

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:40:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis will forever be grateful for the schooling he received from Danny Lennon when the pair played together at Cowdenbeath.

Dundee FC star Craig McKeown apologises to fans

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:35:00 +0100

The Dundee fans who witnessed the team's awful Ochilview display deserve a refund on their gate money, according to Dark Blues defender Craig McKeown.

Craig Conway's focus purely on Dundee United

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:31:00 +0100

Dundee United winger Craig Conway started the close season as a Scottish Cup hero after scoring a double at Hampden.

Morris keen for St Johnstone to aim their SPL sights high

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:29:00 +0100

St Johnstone skipper Jody Morris believes the capture of Peter Enckelman is further evidence that Saints mean business this term.

Match report: Stenhousemuir 4 Dundee 1

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:39:00 +0100

Dundee have been sent crashing out of the Alba Challenge Cup as Stenhousemuir created the shock of the round with a scintillating display.

Match report: Queen's Park 2 Forfar 3 (AET)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:56:00 +0100

Barry Sellars hammered home an extra-time winner as 10-man Forfar came from 2-0 down in a Hampden ALBA Challenge Cup thriller.

Scottish Cup looms over United's new season

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:48:00 +0100

The Scottish Cup may occupy a small spot in the Tannadice boardroom, but it may loom large over Dundee United's season.

Match report: East Fife 3 Stirling Albion 1

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 08:54:55 +0100

East Fife showed up their first division opponents at Bayview last night as they produced a dominant performance to reach the third round of the Alba Challenge Cup.

Match report: Dunfermline 1 QoS 1 (Queens win 6-5 pens)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:51:00 +0100

Dunfermline fell victim to their Alba Cup bogy team again when they lost 6-5 on penalties to Queen of the South.

McGlynn boosted by Raith Rovers' prolific start

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:46:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has been encouraged by his side's free-scoring start to the league campaign.

Montrose FC name new associate director

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:12:00 +0100

Tom Murray has been appointed as an associate director of Montrose FC.

Crawford vows to sort out East Fife defence

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:08:28 +0100

The season may just have started but East Fife manager Stevie Crawford is already feeling the pressure as his side welcome Stirling Albion to Bayview tonight in the second round of the Alba Challenge Cup.

McInnes delighted as Enckelman signs for St Johnstone

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:07:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has admitted he cannot believe he has snapped up a goalkeeper of Peter Enckelman's stature.

Leigh Griffiths' warning as Dundee FC prepare for Stenhousemuir clash

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:21:00 +0100

Dundee striker Leigh Griffiths has warned his team-mates not to underestimate opponents Stenhousemuir in Tuesday night's Alba Challenge Cup second-round clash at Ochilview.

Fanatical AEK fans can aid United bid

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:18:00 +0100

Damian Casalinuovo is no stranger to football fanaticism and he insists Dundee United can use the volatility of the AEK Athens supporters to their advantage.

Unbeaten Forfar Athletic heading to Hampden with confidence

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:23:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic will visit Hampden with an unbeaten start to the competitive campaign.

SPL preview: St Johnstone

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 09:37:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has declared himself quietly confident that the season ahead will prove even more successful than last year's campaign.

Dundee United's Scott Robertson delighted to be back in the Scotland fold

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:12:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson will have travelled full circle when he takes his place in the Scotland squad in Sweden.

Match report: Ayr United 0 Brechin 2

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:35:00 +0100

An ecstatic Jim Weir was full of praise for his Brechin side after they recorded an impressive away win against Ayr United.

Match report: Forfar 4 Dumbarton 1

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:51:00 +0100

Dick Campbell's makeshift Forfar team made a magnificent start to life in the second division.

Match report: East Fife 3 Airdrie United 3

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:36:00 +0100

It was a rattled Stevie Crawford that faced the media after watching his East Fife side hold on for a 3-3 draw with Airdrie United at Bayview.

Match report: Elgin 3 Arbroath 5

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 12:59:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin was "delighted" with his side's 5-3 victory over Elgin at the weekend — but insisted the team will have to remain focused if they wish to be challenging for promotion to the second division.

Warning to travelling Dundee United fans after AEK Athens trip

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:03:00 +0100

Shocked Dundee United coach Paul Hegarty has revealed how his spying mission to Athens turned into a frenzied scene of chaos and violence.

Match report: Raith Rovers 4 Partick Thistle 0

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 08:21:00 +0100

Sharpshooter John Baird banged in a superb hat-trick against hapless Partick Thistle as Raith romped to a 4-0 win — then revealed he never sets himself targets for the season.

Match report: Dundee FC 1 Queen of the South 0

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 07:10:00 +0100

It may not have been the most politically correct way to put it but you knew what Dundee’s Craig McKeown was getting at as he reflected on the red-card rumpus at Dens Park.

Match report: Dundee Utd 1 Wigan 3

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:27:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston was satisfied with his team’s performance, despite losing to Wigan Athletic in their final pre-season friendly.

Match report: St Johnstone 1 Real Valladolid 0

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:10:00 +0100

If Peter Enckelman decides to join the ever expanding contingent of former English league players at St Johnstone it will be a move the Finnish international won't regret, Perth captain Jody Morris has pledged.

Europa League draw is no Greek tragedy for Tangerines

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 10:13:00 +0100

Dundee United will not be facing a mission impossible when they square up to AEK Athens at Tannadice.

Dundee FC ‘Rat' is keen to lose unwanted tag

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:20:00 +0100

Dundee will kick-off their SPL promotion bid against Queen of the South today with a rat in the camp.

Gregory Tade willing to put the work in for Rovers

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:45:00 +0100

The new league season gets under way today and for Raith Rovers striker Gregory Tade the key word is “work.”

League opener sees Bairns and Pars renew rivalry

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:25:00 +0100

The last time Dunfermline and Falkirk met on league business was in May 2007 in the SPL — and incredibly there is only one member of that Pars team still at the club as they prepare to face the Bairns today.

Dobie keen to impress against Real Valladolid

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 06:52:00 +0100

St Johnstone summer signing Scott Dobie has had to endure a frustrating pre-season thus far, so the Scottish international is determined to make his mark in the Perth side's last friendly against Real Valladolid at McDiarmid Park this afternoon.

United learn Europa League fate

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 13:32:05 +0100

Dundee United were handed one of the harder possible ties in the Europa League play offs where they were drawn against AEK Athens.

Captain Harkins ready to lead Dees back to SPL

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 10:52:00 +0100

Gary Harkins has pledged to lead from the front after being confirmed as Dundee club captain for the forthcoming season.

Joe Cardle can't wait for Dunfermline's clash with Falkirk

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 08:48:00 +0100

Dunfermline winger Joe Cardle can’t wait for the league opener against Falkirk and firmly believes the west Fife club can regain their place in the Premier League come next May.

Raith Rovers striker John Baird earns praise from boss

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 08:09:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn reckons striker John Baird is more than capable of having a fruitful time in front of goal for his new club this season.

SFL preview: Dundee FC

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 07:59:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm believes he has a squad with the hunger to finally regain a place at Scottish football's top table.

Dundee United's anticipation building ahead of UEFA Europa League draw

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 06:28:00 +0100

Today is a special day in the recent history of Dundee United, as the Tangerines discover just where their European adventure is going to lead them.

Dundee FC end interest in left-back Bob Harris

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 08:29:00 +0100

Bob Harris will not be joining Dundee after the Dens men dropped their interest in the Queen of the South left-back.

Cadamarteri wants Dundee United cup-winning squad intact

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:39:00 +0100

Dundee United frontman Danny Cadamarteri has admitted to “walking on eggshells” as the Tangerines approach the start of the season with their Scottish Cup-winning squad pretty much intact.

SFL preview: Forfar Athletic

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:19:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell is facing a tricky start to life in the second division with a host of players set to sit out the league opener against Dumbarton through injury and suspension.

SFL preview: Raith Rovers

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 06:52:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has set his sights on reaching the magical 40-point survival mark as quickly as possible to provide a platform to take his side even higher up the table.

East Fife boss Stevie Crawford calls for a reaction from players

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:20:00 +0100

East Fife player manager Stevie Crawford wants to see the appropriate reaction from his players to Saturday's disappointing cup derby defeat when they begin their second division campaign.

Raith competition for striking roles

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:59:00 +0100

Raith Rovers fans should take nothing for granted after Gregory Tade and John Baird formed what looked like a potent attacking partnership against East Fife last Saturday.

Bruno Fernandez tips United for title

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:49:00 +0100

Portuguese central defender Bruno Fernandez, who helped Unirea Urziceni humiliate Rangers in last season's Champions League, is tipping Dundee United to lift the SPL title this term.

Willie Gibson ready to fight for place

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:35:00 +0100

Dunfermline winger Willie Gibson had admitted he knows it will be difficult to regain his place for the Pars after missing all the pre-season games.

Captaincy talks at Dens

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 10:47:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm is set to hold talks with Gary Harkins to determine whether being captain is a role the star midfielder is comfortable with.

Saints hope Mackay's okay for Valladolid

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:34:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes is hoping to have first choice right-back Dave Mackay available again for the club's final pre-season friendly against Spanish side Valladolid on Saturday.

SFL preview: Brechin City FC

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:27:00 +0100

Brechin will kick off their division two campaign with a blend of old and new in their ranks.

SFL preview: Arbroath FC

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:10:00 +0100

New Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin reckons his side faces three challenges this term—finding cohesion following a summer of upheaval, avoiding a relegation hangover and handling the travel demands of the third division.

SFL preview: Cowdenbeath FC

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:49:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath manager Jimmy Nicholl is convinced his players can mix it with the likes of Dundee, Falkirk and their big Fife neighbours.

Match report: Brechin City 2 Aberdeen 2

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:24:00 +0100

Wherever David Will was in the world on football business he knew the score from Glebe Park and made sure the other senior members of the FIFA and UEFA executives also knew the score.

Match report: Forfar 1 Dundee United 4

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 06:41:00 +0100

Dundee United recorded a comfortable 4-1 win against neighbours Forfar at Station Park despite resting a number of first-team players.

Brechin City FC playing part in fight against cancer

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:00:00 +0100

Brechin City play Aberdeen FC in a memorial match for the late David Will.

Forfar boss has selection worries

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 11:18:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic round off their pre-season programme with a home run-out against Dundee United this evening.

Pars' Steve Bell needled by Achilles injury

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:42:00 +0100

Steve Bell has revealed he could need an injection to help him overcome an Achilles injury — and he hates needles.

Raith ready to rise to challenge

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:28:00 +0100

After the weekend's promising 4-1 cup victory over East Fife, Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn will challenge his players to serve up more of the same when the league season gets under way on Saturday.

Dundee United hold talks for Irmantas Zelmikas' signature

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:51:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has held talks with central defender Irmantas Zelmikas' representatives to find a deal suitable to both parties.

SFL preview: Montrose FC

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:01:00 +0100

Montrose boss Steven Tweed accepts it would not be possible for his side to have a worse season this time around.

Boss Chisholm cagey over Dundee's Bob Harris bid

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 07:14:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has been tight-lipped over the chances of Queen of the South's Bob Harris moving to Dens Park.

SFL preview: East Fife FC

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 07:03:00 +0100

East Fife will head into the 2010/11 second division campaign hoping to improve on last season’s seventh-place finish, with a pre-season likely to give them confidence going into this term.

SFL preview: Dunfermline FC

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 06:30:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre has his sights trained on the first division title — even though he suspects the race for promotion to the SPL will been more keenly contested than ever.

Match report: St Johnstone 0 Bolton Wanderers 2

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 06:20:00 +0100

St Johnstone were defeated by an English Premiership side for the second time in three days when two late goals gave Bolton Wanderers victory at McDiarmid Park.

Match report: Stenhousemuir 1 Brechin 3

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 18:07:00 +0100

After a shaky start, Brechin moved comfortably into the second round of the Co-operative Insurance Cup with victory at Ochilview.

Family guy Weston keen to repay Dark Blues

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:33:07 +0100

Dundee new boy Rhys Weston is relishing being reunited with his family — and aims to repay gaffer Gordon Chisholm with a title triumph.

Thrashing inspires Raith Rovers to victory over East Fife

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Raith Rovers striker John Baird paid tribute to Dundee United after scoring one goal and setting up another as his side dumped East Fife out of the Co-operative Insurance Cup.

Match report: Dunfermline 5 Arbroath 2

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:27:00 +0100

Joe Cardle insists Dunfermline have to take the form from their last four games into Saturday's first division opener against Falkirk.

Fitting farewell for St Johnstone's Alan Main

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:00:00 +0100

St Johnstone legend Alan Main has brought his playing career with the Perth club to an emotional end at McDiarmid Park.

Match report: Hull City 2 Dundee United 1

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 07:11:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Morgaro Gomis believes the Tangerines can earn pass marks in Europe if they can continue to play keep-ball.

Haber boosts Saints for Main event

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 12:05:13 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has added to the attacking options at his disposal after signing West Bromich Albion striker Marcus Haber on a 12-month loan deal.

Dundee eyeing Queens defender

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 11:38:16 +0100

Dundee are understood to be striving to snap up Queen of the South defender Bob Harris.

Dundee's Forsyth wants comfortable cup game against Montrose

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 10:59:00 +0100

Craig Forsyth is praying Dundee can enjoy a fright-free passage into the second round of the Co-operative Insurance Cup after flirting with Alba Cup humiliation against Alloa.

Dunfermline wary of Arbroath new boy Jim Hamilton

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:28:00 +0100

The news that veteran former Pars hitman Jim Hamilton has signed for Arbroath ahead of their Co-operative Insurance Cup tie brought a smile to the face of Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre.

Scott Robertson getting to know Dundee United teammates again

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:11:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson has revealed he is having to get to know his teammates all over again.

Raith Rovers hope to end Fife derby woes against East Fife

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:12:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' second competitive outing sees them involved in their second derby of the season, as East Fife travel to Stark's Park in the first round of the Co-operative Insurance Cup.

No date set for return of Raith Rovers defender Mark Campbell

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:49:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is hoping to welcome back defender Mark Campbell to his first-team squad soon but is still unable to state exactly when that will be.

Quality the key for 'balanced' East Fife squad

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:24:00 +0100

Quality, not quantity is the philosophy of Stevie Crawford as the East Fife manager looks to put the finishing touches to his squad.

Stuart McCaffrey departs McDiarmid Park

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:07:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Stuart McCaffrey has agreed a permanent transfer to Greenock Morton.

Luckless Dundee United striker Sandaza out for a month

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:44:00 +0100

Jinxed Dundee United striker Francisco Sandaza will miss the first month of the new season after injuring his hamstring against Livingston.

Jim 'Hammy' Hamilton signs for Red Lichties

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:21:00 +0100

Arbroath have snapped up veteran striker Jim Hamilton on a one-year deal.

Rivals strike a deal across the Tay

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:09:00 +0100

There may be a keen rivalry between the clubs but that hasn’t stopped St Johnstone and Dundee coming together to help one another out.

Match report: Dungannon Swifts 0 St Johnstone 0

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:52:00 +0100

St Johnstone concluded their short tour of Northern Ireland with a disappointing draw against Dungannon Swifts at Stangmore Park in County Tyrone.

Pre-season crowds blow for the Pars

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:02:00 +0100

John Yorkston admitted he's been disappointed by the poor crowds for Dunfermline's pre-season friendlies.

Tweed aims for Dens Park boost

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:10:00 +0100

Montrose FC boss Steven Tweed reckons a Co-operative Insurance Cup trip to Dens Park could be just the tonic his side need as they seek to get over their five-goal Alba Cup thumping by Peterhead.

McGlynn remains positive

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:17:00 +0100

His side may have been on the wrong end of a 5-0 scoreline on Tuesday night against Dundee United but Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn was still able to take a lot of positives from the losing performance,

Liam Craig's pre-season preparations are spot on

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:33:04 +0100

St Johnstone's Liam Craig has promised to improve on last season's goal tally which saw him become Saints' joint top scorer alongside Kenny Deuchar.

Robertson full of praise for Dundee United's Goodwillie

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:32:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie can light up the SPL when the new season starts, according to his Tannadice pal David Robertson.

Gable Endies looking to bounce back

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:58:00 +0100

Montrose manager Steven Tweed was running the rule over a number of trialists in training as he seeks to make up to four signings ahead of the league campaign getting under way.

Arbroath FC in talks for new front man

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:42:00 +0100

Arbroath are in talks with an experienced front man ahead of the weekend re-match with Dunfermline.

Match report: Lisburn Distillery 0 St Johnstone 1

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:38:00 +0100

St Johnstone opened their short tour of Northern Ireland with a narrow victory against Distillery at New Grosvenor Stadium in Lisburn.

Match report: Dunfermline 3 Hearts 1

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:22:00 +0100

Dunfermline turned on the style to score their second successive pre-season victory over SPL opposition.

Match report: Forfar 1 Dundee 4

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:54:00 +0100

A dominant Dundee side proved just too strong for Forfar on visiting Station Park.

Match report: Raith Rovers 0 Dundee United 5

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:38:00 +0100

The sun may have been shining on Kirkcaldy but it was David Goodwillie who lit up Stark's Park as Dundee United swept aside Raith Rovers.

Richard Vauls given time to secure deal at Cowdenbeath FC

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:23:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath boss Jimmy Nicholl is to have a second look at Northern Irish left-back Richard Vauls, who spent a few days on trial with the Blue Brazil last week.

Raith Rovers told: must do better

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:57:00 +0100

Raith manager John McGlynn has challenged his players to prove against Dundee United tonight that they are better than their showing in exiting the Alba Challenge Cup at the hands of Cowdenbeath indicated.

Dundee FC wary of SPL competition for Gordon Gilbert

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:05:27 +0100

Dundee FC could face competition from SPL duo St Mirren and Inverness Caley Thistle for the signing of central defender Gordon Gilbert.

Perth move heralds great expectations for Taylor

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:14:00 +0100

St Johnstone's English-born winger Cleveland Taylor has revealed that it was the encouragement of his expectant wife which helped him opt to make the big move north to Perth.

Clarke looks for fitness ahead of Dunfermline league campaign

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:35:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Pat Clarke insists he only needs a bit more game time and he’ll be fully fit for the new league campaign.

Cadamarteri eyeing Europa League's English big guns

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0100

Danny Cadamarteri admitted he is watching with interest as the multi-millionaires of the English Premiership start to shape their squads.

Match report: Raith Rovers 0 Cowdenbeath 1

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:41:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath's Craig Winter said the win over Raith Rovers in the Alba Challenge Cup is proof the first division newcomers could create a few surprises this season.

Match report: East Fife 4 Brechin 3 (aet)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:18:00 +0100

A Bobby Linn spectacular separated the sides in an action-packed Alba Cup match that ended with both sides down to 10 men.

Match report: Peterhead 5 Montrose 0

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:29:00 +0100

Montrose were outplayed and outclassed on Saturday when they were on the wrong side of a 5-0 Alba Cup thrashing by Peterhead.

Match report: Glentoran 1 Dundee United 1

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:53:00 +0100

Dundee United new boy Barry Douglas urged the club's fans to reserve judgment until the real action starts.

Match report: Dunfermline 1 Arbroath 0

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:19:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Andy Kirk admits it may take time to strike up a profitable partnership with Pat Clarke, but says the signs are promising.

Match report: Dundee 2 Alloa 1

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:05:00 +0100

Colin McMenamin jokes about once being just a lazy goal-grabber — but knows he is having to change his ways to win a place in Dundee's new-look attack.

Scott Dobie to miss St Johnstone's Ulster trip

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:18:00 +0100

St Johnstone will fly out to Belfast today without summer signing Scott Dobie.

New Dens recruit Gary Irvine knows the score

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:32:00 +0100

Dundee have unveiled Gary Irvine as their latest signing and the new recruit immediately pledged he knows what it takes to help the Dark Blues win promotion to the SPL.

Dundee United striker Kevin Smith close to move

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 13:51:00 +0100

Kevin Smith could soon be a Notts County player. The striker has been on trial at the English side for the last two weeks and did enough in a friendly on Thursday night to convince County boss Craig Short to made a bid to retain his services on a permanent basis.

Vuvuzela ban sounds good to Dusan Pernis

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 11:54:00 +0100

Dundee United goalkeeper Dusan Pernis will be delighted if the drone of the vuvuzela is not heard during the club's trip to Northern Ireland.

Winger Gavin Swankie back for third spell at Lichties

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 10:32:00 +0100

Arbroath have pulled off a major coup ahead of today’s Alba Challenge Cup tie at Dunfermline by bringing winger Gavin Swankie back to Gayfield for a third spell.

Raith welcome 'old boys' back to Stark's Park in cup tie

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 09:47:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn admits he is relishing the prospect of the first Fife derby of the season today as his side welcome Cowdenbeath to Stark’s Park in the Alba Challenge Cup.

Gable Endies in positive Alba Cup mood

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:49:00 +0100

Montrose are away to Peterhead for the first round of the Alba Challenge Cup today, looking to put the misery of last week behind them and make some impression after a poor pre-season build-up.

Match report: Forfar 2 Everton XI 3

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:34:00 +0100

A late Jose Baxter strike broke Forfar hearts after the Loons came within minutes of holding their illustrious opponents to a memorable draw at Station Park.

Form sides East Fife and Brechin meet in Alba Cup

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:42:00 +0100

East Fife have no major injury worries for today’s Alba Cup game against Brechin at New Bayview.

Forfar FC ready for anniversary clash with Everton XI

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:08:00 +0100

Forfar are gearing up for a 125th anniversary game tonight against an XI from English Premiership side Everton.

Some advice for United new boy Barry Douglas

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:52:00 +0100

Dundee United's new boy Barry Douglas has been advised to follow the path taken by Danny Swanson in order to be a hit in the SPL.

Griffin's warning to Arbroath team-mates

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:35:00 +0100

Danny Griffin warned his Arbroath team-mates Wednesday night's showing against SPL side St Johnstone had better not be the shape of things to come or they'll find life in the third division tough.

Life is good for new dad and fit-again Andy Jackson

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:54:00 +0100

St Johnstone player Andy Jackson has become a proud father for the first time — but he has spent so much time in hospital recovering from operations over the last couple of years that medical staff were quick to ask about HIS health.

Alex Keddie sees Dunfermline fortunes in black and white

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 08:20:00 +0100

Dunfermline's Alex Keddie is hoping the Pars can emulate the success of another team who play in black and white and win promotion despite enduring a disappointing pre-season.

Dundee FC sign former Saints man Gary Irvine

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 07:48:00 +0100

Dundee have snapped up former St Johnstone full-back Gary Irvine on a one-year contract.

Lithuanian defender given Dundee United chance

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:45:12 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is running the rule over Lithuanian international defender Irmantas Zelmikas.

Match report: Brechin City 2 St Mirren 2

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:58:00 +0100

Brechin held their own against SPL opposition with an encouraging draw at Glebe Park against the Buddies.

Match report: Dunfermline 1 Aberdeen 0

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:21:00 +0100

Dunfermline finally won a pre-season friendly at the fourth time of asking.

Match report: Arbroath 1 St Johnstone 5

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:44:08 +0100

St Johnstone strolled to an easy win at Gayfield as Arbroath struggled defensively ahead of their first competitive outing of the new campaign.

Brechin City FC conclude pre-season build-up

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:33:33 +0100

Brechin City's pre-season friendlies conclude with a home game against St Mirren tonight.

Myrie-Williams is making sure he fits in

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:15:00 +0100

Jennison Myrie-Williams is revelling in pre-season training with Dundee United this year after avoiding the embarassment of being tail-end Charlie in the energy-sapping runs that dominate the opening weeks of build-up work to the new campaign.

New men in the Arbroath FC ranks tonight

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:07:00 +0100

Arbroath FC signed three of the four players they've had on trial -- and the trio are set to feature against St Johnstone at Gayfield tonight.

Willo Flood backing Conway for Middlesbrough move

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:57:58 +0100

Former Tannadice team-mate Willo Flood has predicted a bright future for Dundee United winger Craig Conway should he join him at Middlesbrough.

Old friends to clash at Gayfield pre-season friendly

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:22:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes is relishing the prospect of locking managerial horns with his former midfield star Paul Sheerin tonight.

Antoine-Curier thanks Dundee FC fans for backing

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:13:00 +0100

Messages of support from Dundee fans have helped Mickael Antoine-Curier feel at home -- and now he wants to repay the Dens faithful with goals.

Match report: East Fife 2 Dundee United XI 2

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 06:44:00 +0100

East Fife ensured they would remain unbeaten in pre-season after a stirring draw with Dundee United’s second string at Bayview.

East Fife look to extend run against Dundee United XI

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:45:00 +0100

East Fife will look to maintain their unbeaten pre-season run when they welcome a Dundee United XI to Bayview tonight.

Raith Rovers squad urged to pick up the pace at Stenhousemuir

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:05:00 +0100

Raith Rovers travel to Stenhousemuir tonight for their final warm-up match before the weekend's Challenge Cup tie with Cowdenbeath, with manager John McGlynn looking for another good run-out.

Andis Shala feeling comfortable in the centre

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:59:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Andis Shala is seriously contemplating a future at centre-back after trying the position out in pre-season.

Crosses are Taylor-made for Saints

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 07:41:00 +0100

Cleveland Taylor may have caught the eye on his first start for St Johnstone but at least one man was not surprised by his five-star show.

Craig Conway's suitors given seven-figure guide price

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 07:14:00 +0100

Middlesbrough have at last fired the starting gun in the race to land Dundee United’s Craig Conway.

Match report: Brechin 4 Montrose 0

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:59:19 +0100

Saturday's first-round Forfarshire Cup tie between Brechin and Montrose was all over as a contest after a first-half barrage of goals by the home side.

Match report: Forfar 1 St Johnstone 3

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes praised his side's performance after they comfortably saw off the challenge of Forfar on Saturday.

Match report: Dunfermline 1 Manchester United 5

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:52:00 +0100

Gary Mason admitted Dunfermline FC were hugely disappoined at giving away five goals to some of Manchester United's brightest young prospects in this pre-season friendly.

Match report: Arka Gdynia 0 Dundee United 0

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:18:00 +0100

United skipper Jon Daly claimed the Tangerines were lucky to escape Sunday's "friendly" with Poles Arka Gdynia without incurring serious injury — and he was right.

Match report: Arbroath 1 Dundee 1

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:46:00 +0100

Dundee's extra fitness and quality showed in the end, but Arbroath player-manager Paul Sheerin will be pleased with his side's performance in a competitive game which ended 1-1 at Gayfield.

Houston tells Middlesbrough to get serious if they want Craig Conway

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:14:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has warned Middlesbrough they will have to table a serious offer if they want to land Craig Conway.

Prince Buaben was left feeling like a criminal

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:04:00 +0100

Prince Buaben has revealed how being refused entry into Germany left him feeling like a criminal.

East Fife bid for four wins in a row

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 11:32:00 +0100

East Fife are out to make it four wins in a row when they host a Hearts 11 at New Bayview as their build-up continues.

Dundee United boss won't take chances with Darren Dods

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:25:00 +0100

Darren Dods could feature for United against Poles Arka Gydnia in Hallein this weekend.

Manchester United youngsters to face Dunfermline

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:19:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre says he is looking forward to facing the cream of Manchester United’s youth at East End Park.

Raith Rovers boss demands players look sharp

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:41:00 +0100

Apart from the injury doubt over Iain Williamson — the midfielder/forward has a calf injury — Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has a full squad to pick from for their friendly against Berwick at Shielfield.

Cup clash for Brechin City and Montrose

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:50:00 +0100

The pre-season programme for Brechin City and Montrose will acquire a bit more bite when the pair meet in the first round of this year’s Forfarshire Cup.

Cowdenbeath FC focus on Stenhousemuir visit

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:28:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath manager Jimmy Nicholl has had little time to get a side together in time for their Challenge Cup match away to local rivals Raith Rovers next Saturday.

St Johnstone and Forfar face friendly contest

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:13:00 +0100

St Johnstone fans have the chance to see new signings in action for the first time as the side plays its first public friendly at Forfar’s Station Park.

Dundee FC's new signings raring to go

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:08:00 +0100

Dundee's two new signings, Stephen O'Donnell and Nicky Riley, have been officially unveiled at Dens Park.

Pars signing Pat Clarke keen for fresh start

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:02:00 +0100

New Dunfermline FC signing Pat Clarke says he is keen to put his time at Dens Park behind him and is looking forward to a fresh challenge with the Pars.

Sam Parkin signs two-year deal at St Johnstone

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:36:00 +0100

St Johnstone have sealed the signing of striker Sam Parkin on a two-year deal.

Match report: Unirea Urziceni 1 Dundee United 0

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:51:00 +0100

Peter Houston showed that he had meant what he said about the fixtures his side are playing here in Austria.

Dundee FC expected to announce two signings

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:39:00 +0100

The club have called a press conference for 12.45 where it is expected that former Dundee United midfielder Stephen O'Donnell will be unveiled as a Dark Blue for the coming season, as revealed yesterday by Courier Sport.

Sandaza working to be United's ace in the pack

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:05:01 +0100

Francisco Sandaza is lightening the pockets of his team-mates in Austria this week as he seeks to pay for the treatment he hopes will finally bring an end to the abdominal woes which meant he hardly kicked a ball in anger last term.

Going gets tough for Raith Rovers squad

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:04:00 +0100

Allan Walker thought he had become used to Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn's notoriously hard pre-season training regime, but he admits this summer's has been the most gruelling so far.

Houston scores off any interest in friendly results

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:26:00 +0100

Peter Houston insists he'll be paying no heed to the outcome of Dundee United's friendly clashes with Unirea Urziceni and Poles Arka Gdynia here in Austria.

Match report: Brechin 5 Cowdenbeath 1

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:49:00 +0100

A lethal first-half performance from Brechin frontman David McKenna set City on course for a richly-deserved win over Cowdenbeath.

Pars' Greg Paterson bears no grudges after leg break

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:11:00 +0100

Dunfermline keeper Greg Paterson has described former Dundee striker Ben Hutchinson's concern after the young goalie suffered a double leg break against the Dark Blues last season.

Danny Swanson says signing contract 'never in doubt'

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:43:00 +0100

Danny Swanson has revealed his delight that the talking has stopped and he can get on with playing for Dundee United.

Match report: East Fife 4 Dunfermline Athletic 1

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:03:35 +0100

It may only have been a pre-season friendly, but East Fife earned serious bragging rights over near neighbours Dunfermline with a stunning warm-up win at Bayview.

Match report: Forfar 0 Raith 1

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:21:00 +0100

Raith Rovers edged out Forfar Athletic in a friendly the Kirkcaldy side dominated throughout.

Prince Buaben encounters royal pain in Germany

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:32:00 +0100

Dundee United checked into their Austrian training base following a dramatic and protracted journey from Scotland which saw their flight to Munich buffeted by a storm and midfielder Prince Buaben refused entry into Germany.

Confirmation that Dundee boss can add to squad

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:11:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has received the clarification he sought over the size of his transfer budget for the coming season.

Return of Dundee United pair like new signings, says Houston

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:28:00 +0100

Dundee United may have added only Barry Douglas and Filip Mentel to their roster since winning the Scottish Cup and finishing third in the SPL, but boss Peter Houston says it feels as if he has another two new signings at his disposal with the return to fitness of Scott Robertson and Fran Sandaza.

Lichties gaining match fitness

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:55:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin is pleased with the progress that has been made towards his team’s match fitness ahead of the new season.

Montrose FC trialists given another chance to impress

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:23:00 +0100

Montrose FC host Livingston tonight in their second pre-season outing and manager Stephen Tweed reckons he has plenty to build on after his side's performance against Raith Rovers at the weekend.

Sean Dillon happy to wait for Europa adventure

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:11:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Sean Dillon insists he'd rather be going through the rigours of pre-season training in Austria this week than entering European competition.

Brechin City and Cowdenbeath to continue fitness work

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:16:00 +0100

Brechin City's build-up continues tonight when they host Cowdenbeath at Glebe Park — and they go into the game buoyed by their 4-0 win over Stirling Albion at the weekend.

Austin McCann plotting Pars' route to the top

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:39:00 +0100

Dunfermline FC captain Austin McCann is hoping tonight's friendly against East Fife helps the Pars shape up for the First Division title hunt.

Raith Rovers head north for date with Forfar

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:21:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn is looking for his players to take things up another level as they face promoted Forfar at Station Park this evening.

David Goodwillie working to build on last season's success

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:05:00 +0100

Courier football writer Graeme Dey, with the United squad in Austria, hears David Goodwillie warn his Dundee United strike berth rivals he's in no mood to surrender his place in the side.

Brechin City witness lean but steady times

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:32:00 +0100

Brechin City Football Club made a loss for the year of £23,903 on a turnover of £383,000, but directors said they budgeted for a downturn last year and the final figure was as predicted at the start of the season.

Chisholm hopes to build on sparse Dundee 13

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:13:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm is hoping to hold showdown talks with the Dens Park board this week in a bid to find out exactly what his player budget will be for the coming season.

Spanish club to make pre-season visit to Perth

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:51:00 +0100

St Johnstone have announced a very glamorous friendly to complete their pre-season programme.

Craig Conway means to start as he finished

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:44:00 +0100

Craig Conway has revealed how he cut short celebrating Dundee United's Active Nation Scottish Cup triumph.

Pars man McDougall still proves a threat despite Hibs' dominance

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:41:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker Steve McDougall was pleased to get an outing against Hibs as he makes his way back after surgery.

Trialists await verdict on possible Dundee futures

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:13:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm will deliver his verdict on the crop of trialists vying for a contract at the club early this week.

Dundee United continue cup-winning ways

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:49:00 +0100

Dundee United's growing strength in depth was emphasised at the weekend when they lifted the Keyline Cup on goal difference in Oban.

Raith Rovers' victory over Montrose 'useful'

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:34:00 +0100

Raith boss John McGlynn hailed his side's victory over Montrose in their first pre-season game as a "useful exercise."

Nicholl runs rule over Cowdenbeath squad in Northern Ireland

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 06:34:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath's new manager Jimmy Nicholl got his first look at his first-team squad in competitive action against IFA premiership side Ballymena United in a friendly match in Northern Ireland.

Son of 'Jukebox' gives East Fife fans a pre-season goal treat

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 06:13:00 +0100

East Fife beat East of Scotland League side Selkirk 7-1 in a warm-up match on Saturday.

Pars signing Alex Keddie injured ahead of debut

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:57:00 +0100

Dunfermline fans are going to have to wait for their first sight of summer signing Alex Keddie after he dislocated a thumb in training.

Buyer's market pleases Dundee boss Chisholm

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:40:00 +0100

Gordon Chisholm believes Dundee are enjoying the benefits of the financial climate in Scottish football as they seek to build a squad for next season.

Mentel strength being trained on Europe and Manchester City

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:49:00 +0100

New Dundee United keeper Filip Mentel has his sights fixed on a Europa League return to Eastlands.

Andis Shala challenged to fight for Dundee United place

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:33:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has promised German frontman Andis Shala that he'll be given an opportunity to claim a first-team place this term — just as long as he continues to be willing to learn and improve.

Chris Smith grabs chance of Dunfermline move

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:58:00 +0100

Dunfermline have snapped up goalkeeper Chris Smith from St Mirren on a one-year deal.

Match report: Forfar 1 Motherwell 2

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:16:00 +0100

Motherwell rounded off their mini-tour of Angus with a Station Park 2-1 win against a Forfar Athletic side who gave them a decent test in their Europa League build-up.

Gordon Chisholm wary of Dundee FC favourites tag

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:49:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm insists that the bookmakers who have installed the Dark Blues as division one favourites are being "premature."

Crawford announces three new faces for East Fife

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 08:52:00 +0100

East Fife manager Stevie Crawford has bolstered his squad with three new signings.

Filip Mentel to vie for Dundee United goalkeeping spot

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:42:00 +0100

Dundee United have again tapped into the rich vein of Slovakian goalkeeping talent to sign Filip Mentel on a three-year deal, and boss Peter Houston is delighted by the coup.

Signings settling in well at Raith Rovers

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:11:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has expressed his satisfaction with the way his summer signings have adapted to life at Stark's Park -- especially as the club's first competitive fixture is just over two weeks away.

Chisholm plays it cool with Dundee FC trialists

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:22:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has declared himself satisfied following a closed-doors game with Hibs which allowed him to run the rule over a host of trialists as well as his contracted squad.

Dundee United put Mihael Kovacevic contract talks on hold

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 08:39:00 +0100

Dundee United's Mihael Kovacevic is to undergo further knee surgery at the end of the month.

Match report: Arbroath 0 Stenhousemuir 2

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 07:24:00 +0100

Arbroath conceded two goals in their first pre-season friendly and manager Paul Sheerin admitted his men had lost momentum after dominating for the first hour.

Match report: Brechin 1 Motherwell 3

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 11:02:00 +0100

Brechin City's first pre-season friendly ended in defeat to SPL side Motherwell.

Darren Dods glad to be back in the running

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:08:00 +0100

Dundee United's Darren Dods will relish the rigours of pre-season training after being inactive for the first summer in 18 years.

Dundee FC trialists to make their shout for contracts

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 08:53:00 +0100

Dundee assistant manager Billy Dodds believes the Dark Blues trialists are going to make some noise at last now they've a game in which to impress.

'Devastating' blow for Pars' Graham Bayne

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 07:55:45 +0100

Dunfermline striker Graham Bayne says he is "devastated" at the recurrence of an injury that will lead to him leaving the Pars and puts his football career on hold.

Notts County trial for Dundee United's Kevin Smith

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:42:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Kevin Smith has gone for a trial at League One side Notts County.

Steven McDougall stronger than ever after tumour scare

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:06:45 +0100

Steven McDougall has revealed how doctors broke the news he had a tumour in his right foot following a scan during the close season.

Chisholm looks to add five to Dundee FC ranks

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:51:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm hopes to add another five players to his squad before the season begins.

Stewart Petrie made assistant at Arbroath FC

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:24:49 +0100

Arbroath have appointed Stewart Petrie as their assistant manager.

Jon Daly becomes Dundee United captain

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:11:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has handed the club captain’s armband to Jon Daly.

Kenny Deuchar's decision 'no shock' for Raith Rovers

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:39:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn has admitted that he is not surprised Kenny Deuchar has chosen Falkirk over a host of clubs—including his own—who were interested in signing the striker.

Cowdenbeath reject offer for Gareth Wardlaw

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:30:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath have knocked back an offer from St Mirren aimed at clearing the way for striker Gareth Wardlaw to move from Central Park to the Buddies.

Faster recovery for Arbroath FC's Steven Doris

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 14:11:00 +0100

Arbroath's Steven Doris could be back in action sooner than thought.

St Johnstone stars convince Cleveland Taylor to sign up

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:04:00 +0100

St Johnstone have bolstered their squad with the signing of winger Cleveland Taylor.

Signing targets for Raith Rovers and East Fife

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:29:00 +0100

Raith Rovers are targeting Kenny Deuchar, while East Fife have completed the signing of Robert Sloan from their neighbours and rivals.

Dundee United's hard work starts now

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:19:00 +0100

A strong work ethic was central to all the good things that happened to Dundee United last season, and manager Peter Houston has called on his players to knuckle down again.

Graham Bayne sweats to impress Dunfermline FC boss

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 13:14:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker Graham Bayne is sweating his way through the most important pre-season training of his career as he bids to prove to his manager, Jim McIntyre, that he can still play a big part in the Pars' plans.

Chisholm to take his time on Dundee FC hopefuls

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:49:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm has given his trialists pass marks for fitness but will take his time before deciding whether to hand out contracts.

Raith Rovers' Craig Wilson in race for fitness

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:02:00 +0100

Raith Rovers full-back Craig Wilson is facing a race against time to be fit for the new season after an X-ray revealed his broken arm has not fully healed.

Dundee United manager tells buyers to 'put up or shut up'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:16:00 +0100

Dundee United manager Peter Houston has told clubs interested in buying any of his players to either "put up or shut up."

Buddies face battle to sign fourth Cowden player

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:35:00 +0100

St Mirren are looking to land a fourth Cowdenbeath player of the summer, but this time they face a fight to get their man.

Sandaza works hard to put pain of last season behind

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:45:00 +0100

Last season will go down as one of the best in Dundee United's history — but for striker Francisco Sandaza things can only get better next time around.

Arbroath FC snap up Josh Falkingham

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:02:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin has pulled off a major coup by landing highly regarded former Leeds midfielder Josh Falkingham on a one-year deal.

Maros Klimpl reaches deal to leave Dundee FC

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:53:00 +0100

Dundee have reached an agreement with Maros Klimpl to terminate the Slovakian player's contract.

Dick Campbell has 'a job to do' at Forfar FC

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:30:00 +0100

Dick Campbell has admitted that unfinished business at Forfar FC was a driving force in his decision to spurn the advances of Cowdenbeath.

Kovacevic may be spared knee surgery

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:53:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Mihael Kovacevic may not have to undergo knee surgery after all.

Forfar FC confirm prices for new season

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:06:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic have pegged admission prices for their return to the second division this season.

Barry Douglas relishes Dundee United chance

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:12:00 +0100

Barry Douglas is backing himself to become the latest Dundee United player to make a smooth transition from the lower leagues to the SPL.

Dundee United sign Queen's Park defender Barry Douglas

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 13:14:00 +0100

Dundee United are unveiling Barry Douglas as their first signing of the summer.

Leishman savours Pars' 'mega' trip to Falkirk

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:11:00 +0100

Dunfermline have been handed a "mega" match to kick off the new league campaign.

Dundee handed tough opening to new season

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:07:00 +0100

Dundee face as tough a start as it was possible to get, with their opening batch of games against the teams that finished just below them in last season's table as well as the newly-relegated side.

Dundee United happy to hit road for SPL opener

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:23:00 +0100

Dundee United midfielder Scott Robertson insists he is delighted to be hitting the road on the first day of the SPL season.

St Johnstone start SPL season at Tynecastle

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:11:00 +0100

St Johnstone travel to Tynecastle on the opening day of the new league campaign to face a rejuvenated Hearts under Jim Jefferies.

Raith Rovers handed early home matches

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:14:00 +0100

Raith Rovers appear to have been delivered a dream start to the new league campaign with three out of their first four fixtures at home.

Extra woe for busy Dundee United

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:45:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has hit out after discovering his club's start to the new season faces further disruption.

Jay Shields joins Arbroath FC

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:04:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin has made his second signing of the summer, snapping up former Hibs full-back Jay Shields.

Raith Rovers chairman reflects on rollercoaster season

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:47:00 +0100

Raith Rovers chairman Dave Somerville has revealed how he feared fixture congestion would conspire to see his club relegated after only one season back in the first division.

Board member insists Calum Melville not heading for Dens exit

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:41:00 +0100

Dundee board member Harry MacLean has moved to allay the fears of the club's fans that benefactor Calum Melville is poised to head for the Dens Park exit.

Cowdenbeath lose Darren McGregor to St Mirren

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:53:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath have lost another key component of their promotion-winning team, with Darren McGregor joining SPL club St Mirren.

McBride ready to make most of Raith Rovers chance

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 18:07:00 +0100

New Raith Rovers winger Scott McBride is ready to find his stride after joining up at Stark's Park.

St Johnstone willing to travel to complete preparations

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:36:00 +0100

St Johnstone are aiming to complete their pre-season programme by organising a closing friendly at McDiarmid Park on Saturday, August 7.

Dundee FC encouraged by season ticket sales

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:49:35 +0100

Dundee have hailed a significant rise in season ticket sales, with figures up more than a fifth on this time last year.

Frustrated Sheerin makes pledge over Arbroath squad

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:58:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Paul Sheerin has pledged that he will piece together a strong enough squad for next season, though he admitted to becoming frustrated over making signings.

Jocky Scott starts legal steps for compensation

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:49:00 +0100

The former Dundee management team of Jocky Scott and Ray Farningham are understood to be seeking legal recourse against the Dark Blues over compensation.

Raith Rovers boss 'comfortable' with present squad

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:07:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn is just one signing away from going into the new campaign content with the group of players at his disposal.

Rangers warned that Dundee United star Goodwillie will cost £3 million

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:56:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has slapped a £3 million price tag on the head of Hampden hero David Goodwillie.

Scotland fan receives free England mug ahead of World Cup

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:39:54 +0100

As fans across the planet gear up for the World Cup, a Fife fan has been given a good laugh after ordering the new Scotland kit — a free England flag and mug.

Andy Jackson's lonely journey back to fitness

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:55:00 +0100

It may be a lonely journey but St Johnstone's Andy Jackson is being tipped to successfully negotiate the comeback trail.

Dundee made to wait for Kevin McDonald pay day

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:54:00 +0100

Dundee may have to content themselves with receiving a five-figure cash windfall on Kevin McDonald.

Raith Rovers sign Scott McBride

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:38:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have made a further move towards preparing for their second season back in division one by completing the signing of winger Scott McBride from Fife neighbours Cowdenbeath.

Farningham rejects Sheerin's offer to join Arbroath

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:29:00 +0100

Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin's search for an assistant manager continues after his first-choice candidate turned him down.

Dundee midfielder Maros Klimpl could return to Slovakia

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 08:46:00 +0100

Dundee are hoping that one of the players under contract at the club who has been told to seek alternative employment could soon be on the move.

Dundee board hold 'constructive' meeting with Dee4Life

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:52:00 +0100

Dundee's board had a meeting on Monday night with representatives of the Dee4Life Trust which Dens Park commercial director Harry MacLean has described as "constructive."

Dundee United star Buaben upbeat on Ghana's World Cup chances

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Dundee United's Prince Buaben believes his Ghanaian countrymen can still make an impact at the World Cup — even without the influential Michael Essien.

Dundee to hold out as striker Leigh Griffiths interests Hearts

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:51:00 +0100

Dundee are readying themselves to receive an offer for frontman Leigh Griffiths.

Dundee United trio miss out on Scottish Cup medals

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:43:00 +0100

Three Dundee United players who contributed to the club's successful Scottish Cup campaign have been denied winners' medals by the SFA.

Deasley's Forfar future rests with Dundee

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:54:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell has revealed he is attempting to secure former loan signing Bryan Deasley on a permanent basis.

Dundee midfielder Richie Hart completes Ostersunds loan move

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:09:00 +0100

Dundee's Richie Hart flew out on holiday to Mexico safe in the knowledge that his immediate footballing future had been secured.

St Johnstone's search goes on after Filipe Morais opts for London move

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 11:44:00 +0100

St Johnstone are looking elsewhere for a wide player after failing to hear back from Filipe Morais.

Houston fears for Kovacevic after knee injury

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 08:11:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Mihael Kovacevic is facing several months on the sidelines after injuring his knee in a holiday training accident.

Richie Hart closes in on Swedish move

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:46:00 +0100

Dundee's Richie Hart has revealed he is close to securing a move to Swedish club Ostersunds FK.

Dundee United legend McAlpine backs Pernis to shine at World Cup

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:01:00 +0100

Dundee United's greatest goalkeeper, Hamish McAlpine, has tipped the man who now wears the gloves at Tannadice to star if given the chance at the World Cup.

Paul McManus calls time on East Fife career

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:13:00 +0100

East Fife striker Paul McManus will not return to Bayview next season after exercising a release clause in his contract.

Dalgety Bay club shock the favourites in league cup final

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:40:00 +0100

An amateur football team from Dalgety Bay have been celebrating a cup final victory over a team that hasn't been beaten for three years.

Spanish clubs eyeing up Dundee United striker Sandaza

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:57:00 +0100

Dundee United striker Francisco Sandaza could be heading back to Spain if interest in him from his homeland is firmed up.

Kilmac Energy to sponsor Dundee shirts

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 08:51:00 +0100

Dundee have unveiled Kilmac Energy as their main shirt sponsor for the new season.

Raith Rovers' fitness not an issue, says McGlynn

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:02:00 +0100

Raith Rovers boss John McGlynn trusts his players not to return for pre-season training on June 22 "fit to burst."

Houston eyes up foreign friendly for Dundee United

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:12:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston is considering a foreign friendly as the club prepare for their long-awaited return to European competition next season.

St Johnstone to reap the rewards of McInnes' help for Scott Dobie

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:54:00 +0100

Derek McInnes mentoring a young Scott Dobie at West Bromwich Albion has seen St Johnstone reap the benefits — nine years later.

Houston confirms Boro interest in United stars

Mon, 31 May 2010 08:59:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has confirmed that he has been contacted by Middlesbrough counterpart Gordon Strachan regarding the purchase of players, but has yet to receive a bid.

Forfar boss hopes to handcuff Tod

Fri, 28 May 2010 18:31:00 +0100

Forfar manager Dick Campbell is to hold talks with veteran defender Andy Tod to try to convince him to carry on playing as the club prepare for life in the second division next season.

Austin McCann named new Dunfermline skipper

Fri, 28 May 2010 18:07:00 +0100

Dunfermline have appointed Austin McCann as their new club captain.

Dundee United reward Hegarty with new contract

Fri, 28 May 2010 15:59:00 +0100

Dundee United legend Paul Hegarty has cemented his coaching role at Tannadice by agreeing a three-year deal with the Scottish Cup winners.

Arbroath appoint Sheerin as player-manager

Fri, 28 May 2010 14:29:00 +0100

Former St Johnstone midfielder Paul Sheerin has been appointed player-manager of Arbroath — and he says his sights are set on making a success of his first managerial appointment.

Dundee signing Shimmin wants to enjoy view from the top

Fri, 28 May 2010 13:46:00 +0100

Dundee new boy Dominic Shimmin hopes to enjoy being at the top end of the first division table next season after going through the relegation wringer.

Duberry tips St Johnstone to deliver the SPL goods again

Fri, 28 May 2010 09:27:00 +0100

Michael Duberry has given St Johnstone fans a massive summer signing boost — but warned the club to beware of second season syndrome.

Raith Rovers add striker John Baird

Thu, 27 May 2010 13:42:00 +0100

Raith Rovers unveil former Airdrie United striker John Baird as the latest addition to their squad today.

Houston working to secure United's star men

Thu, 27 May 2010 12:22:00 +0100

The ink is barely dry on his own new contract but Dundee United boss Peter Houston has already turned his attention to more signing business — this time with some of his highly-prized players.

Scott Crabbe stands down as East Fife assistant

Thu, 27 May 2010 11:33:00 +0100

East Fife have carried out something of a role reversal after assistant manager Scott Crabbe stepped down due to work commitments.

Change as good as a rest for Pars signing Alex Keddie

Thu, 27 May 2010 09:33:00 +0100

Alex Keddie says that after finalising his move from Ross County to Dunfermline, he can now see the finishing line to a frantic few weeks.

New Brechin boss Weir eager to get to work

Wed, 26 May 2010 10:51:00 +0100

Brechin City's new manager, Jim Weir, intends to hit the ground running — and with only nine signed players on the books at Glebe Park and pre-season training just four weeks off, he'll have to.

Bohemians to thank as Houston signs long-term Dundee United deal

Wed, 26 May 2010 09:25:29 +0100

Peter Houston has been confirmed as the long-term manager of Dundee United after agreeing a three-year deal with chairman Stephen Thompson.

Mackay delighted to extend stay at St Johnstone

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:58:00 +0100

St Johnstone defender Dave Mackay has revealed how his move to McDiarmid Park has surpassed even his wildest dreams.

Round-up: Swedish side track Richie Hart

Tue, 25 May 2010 13:22:00 +0100

Swedish side Ostersunds FK are pursuing Dundee midfielder Richie Hart, who has been told he has no future at Dens Park.

Arbroath furious at 'appalling' move by Weir

Tue, 25 May 2010 10:11:00 +0100

Shocked Arbroath directors gathered at Gayfield to begin the task of finding a new manager, with chairman John Christison admitting Weir's decision to walk away had left the Lichties stunned.

Jim Weir reveals torment behind shock Brechin move

Tue, 25 May 2010 09:44:00 +0100

Jim Weir has described the sleepless night he endured before deciding to leave relegated Arbroath to become the new manager of Brechin City.

Memorial for famous footballing son Billy Liddell

Mon, 24 May 2010 16:59:00 +0100

A memorial garden was opened at the weekend to honour legendary Fife footballer Billy Liddell.

Match report: Largs Thistle 0 Linlithgow Rose 1

Mon, 24 May 2010 09:42:00 +0100

Red-hot favourites Linlithgow Rose didn't wilt in the Rugby Park heat as they deservedly beat Largs Thistle and capture the Junior Cup.

First Raith signings in near future

Fri, 21 May 2010 17:22:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has revealed the names of his first new signings of the close season.

Houston's signature awaits talks with agent

Fri, 21 May 2010 16:12:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson held positive discussions with Peter Houston's agent John Colquhoun and expects to have the manager's deal done and dusted by early next week.

Watson faces Europa League family friction

Fri, 21 May 2010 13:39:00 +0100

Dundee United defender Keith Watson is prepared for a family feud when the Tangerines step into continental competition.

Saints keeper will battle to play Manchester United glamour game

Fri, 21 May 2010 11:09:00 +0100

Goalkeeper Alan Main is determined to play through the pain barrier to take part in his testimonial against Manchester United.

Shock for Brechin as Duffy resigns

Thu, 20 May 2010 14:44:00 +0100

Jim Duffy has quit second division Brechin City to pursue a hoped-for return to full-time football.

Brannan's parting shots to Dundee fans

Thu, 20 May 2010 13:02:00 +0100

Outgoing chairman Bob Brannan has had a pop at disgruntled Dundee fans, warning that if they don't dig deep the club won't be around for much longer.

United still celebrating as Houston says yes

Thu, 20 May 2010 12:24:00 +0100

Peter Houston, the man who masterminded Dundee United's Scottish Cup triumph, has agreed to boss the Tangerines on a permanent basis.

Peter Houston permanent deal moves closer

Wed, 19 May 2010 15:30:48 +0100

Dundee United interim manager Peter Houston has been offered a permanent job at Tannadice by chairman Stephen Thompson.

Fox will challenge Douglas for Dundee jersey

Wed, 19 May 2010 15:15:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has warned first-choice keeper Rab Douglas that new understudy Scott Fox is looking to replace him.

Lichties directors welcome ambition

Tue, 18 May 2010 17:33:00 +0100

Arbroath's directors are ready to throw their weight behind boss Jim Weir's plans to return the club to division two at the first attempt.

Pernis looking to United's European challenge

Tue, 18 May 2010 16:01:00 +0100

Dundee United may still be basking in Scottish Cup glory, but goalkeeper Dusan Pernis is already looking ahead to the Europa League.

Raith boss' praise for Cowdenbeath promotion

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:58:00 +0100

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has taken time out from a break in Spain with the rest of the club's back-room staff to congratulate Fife neighbours Cowdenbeath on their promotion.

Hegarty's tears of joy as ambition finally realised

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:07:00 +0100

Paul Hegarty wept when his beloved Dundee United won the Scottish Cup — because he knew just what a special achievement it was.

Saints receive bad news from the doctor

Tue, 18 May 2010 12:03:00 +0100

St Johnstone have admitted defeat in their quest to hang on to Kenny Deuchar.

Dundee set to swoop for goalkeeper Scott Fox

Tue, 18 May 2010 08:06:35 +0100

Gordon Chisholm is poised to make his first signing as Dundee manager.

Swanson urges clubs to dig deeper to unearth talent

Tue, 18 May 2010 08:06:00 +0100

Danny Swanson claims the outcome of Dundee United's centenary season — lifting the Scottish Cup after finishing third in the SPL — proves it's worth top-flight clubs taking a risk on lower-league players.

Being united is at heart of club's success, says Conway

Mon, 17 May 2010 22:13:00 +0100

Craig Conway believes living up to the name of Dundee United propelled the Tangerines to their famous victory.

Gomis signals intention to move on from Tannadice

Mon, 17 May 2010 21:56:00 +0100

Morgaro Gomis has confessed he has aspirations to move on from Dundee United.

Daly advises young stars to stick around

Mon, 17 May 2010 19:43:00 +0100

Jon Daly believes United's young Hampden heroes would benefit from staying put a little longer.

Match report: Ross County 0 Dundee United 3

Mon, 17 May 2010 18:27:00 +0100

Peter Houston talked in the lead-up to the final of the possibility of his players becoming club legends if they won at Hampden.

Inspired tactics helped Kenneth complete medal mission

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:20:00 +0100

Garry Kenneth thinks one of the secrets of United's success is they turned the tables on Ross County.

Loan star Webster signs off in style

Mon, 17 May 2010 15:36:00 +0100

Andy Webster waved goodbye to United then thanked them for giving him a shot at glory.

Chairman's praise for unsung Forfar heroes

Mon, 17 May 2010 14:15:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic chairman Neill Wilson has paid a heartfelt tribute to people behind the scenes at Station Park as the club celebrated promotion to the second division after a play-off victory over Angus neighbours Arbroath.

Dillon dedicates win to 'Mr United' Eddie Thompson

Mon, 17 May 2010 13:19:00 +0100

Sean Dillon dedicated United's cup success to their late chairman Eddie Thompson.

Match report: Forfar 2 Arbroath 0 (agg. 2-0)

Mon, 17 May 2010 11:18:00 +0100

A pledge fulfilled by Forfar boss Dick Campbell won the Loons a 125th anniversary year return to the second division on a Station Park day of drama and emotion.

Goodwillie saw history in the making

Mon, 17 May 2010 09:46:00 +0100

David Goodwillie's precision finish to open the scoring in the cup final was played out in his mind before he even kicked the ball.

Man-of-match Conway hails United's 'unbelievable' day

Sat, 15 May 2010 22:23:00 +0100

Craig Conway hailed Dundee United's Scottish Cup victory as "unbelievable" after his two goals helped the Tangerines to a memorable win in the Hampden sunshine.

Echoes of the past give United cause for optimism

Fri, 14 May 2010 20:34:00 +0100

Dundee United had just seen a hugely respected manager — who had become synonymous with the club — leave the job. In had come a coach who had never been a full-time manager of a Scottish top-flight club to take on the task of leading the Tangerines on the road to Hampden. Does that sound familiar?

Rovers open coffers in bid for perfect pitch

Fri, 14 May 2010 19:21:00 +0100

Raith Rovers have started work on making the pitch at Stark's Park ship-shape for the season ahead.

Self-belief was central to Tangerines in 1994

Fri, 14 May 2010 18:24:00 +0100

The Dundee United players were dancing around the dressing-room, cracking open champagne and pouring it into the Scottish Cup.

Dunfermline make friendly overtures to Red Devils

Fri, 14 May 2010 17:12:00 +0100

Dunfermline are hoping to bring Manchester United to East End Park in a glamour friendly to mark the club’s 125th anniversary.

Saints hold on to prize asset Davidson

Fri, 14 May 2010 15:28:00 +0100

St Johnstone have tied up their prized asset Murray Davidson on a three-year deal and brought in another young midfielder looking to emulate his McDiarmid Park success.

Malpas warns United to be on their guard

Fri, 14 May 2010 14:47:00 +0100

Maurice Malpas reckons he is poised to lose his unique place in the 100-year history of Dundee United.

Charity runner Tweed made of tough stuff

Fri, 14 May 2010 14:19:00 +0100

Montrose FC player-manager Steven Tweed is completing preparations to run his first half-marathon — a month short of his 38th birthday.

Pernis makes Slovakian World Cup squad

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:29:00 +0100

Dundee United 'keeper Dusan Pernis has been named in Slovakia’s provisional squad for the World Cup.

Daly full of goodwill for 'fantastic' strike partner

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:09:00 +0100

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie can go from bad boy to Hampden hero according to the man likely to partner him in attack.

Dundee boss in dark over Antoine-Curier

Fri, 14 May 2010 11:31:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has told Hamilton's Billy Reid, "Talk to me about Mickael Antoine-Curier, not the media."

Buaben aiming for cup glory to honour late father

Thu, 13 May 2010 21:04:00 +0100

Prince Buaben is hoping to have a winner's medal with him when he makes an emotional return to Ghana for the first time since the death of his father.

Brewster risking place in United fans' hearts

Thu, 13 May 2010 18:04:00 +0100

David Hannah does not think that former Dundee United team-mate Craig Brewster will be afflicted by divided loyalties during the Scottish Cup final.

Levein "jealous" of Houston's Hampden role

Thu, 13 May 2010 16:43:00 +0100

Scotland boss Craig Levein has admitted to feeling just a bit jealous that Peter Houston will be in the Hampden dugout for the Scottish Cup final instead of him.

Match report: Arbroath 0 Forfar 0 (first leg)

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:07:00 +0100

It will be showdown Sunday at Station Park after a goalless Gayfield draw left the Angus play-off final balanced on a knife edge.

No cup final stage fright for Staggies

Thu, 13 May 2010 10:19:00 +0100

Ross County manager Derek Adams is confident his players won't be overwhelmed by cup final day, writes Ian Roache.

Conway swears to go all out for Scottish Cup

Wed, 12 May 2010 20:32:00 +0100

Dundee United winger Craig Conway swears he will do his best to bring the Scottish Cup back to Tannadice after being urged to do so by fans — in no uncertain terms.

Hegarty urges United to avoid pain of Hampden heartache

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:24:00 +0100

Paul Hegarty is urging the United players to avoid the Hampden heartache that blighted his own otherwise highly successful career.

Temperature rising for Arbroath-Forfar showdown

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:12:03 +0100

Arbroath boss Jim Weir is expecting a "spicy" match when Forfar visit the Lichties in the crunch second division play-off final first leg tonight.

Brechin may face Cowdenbeath without their King

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:02:00 +0100

It is touch and go whether Brechin frontman Charlie King will be fit to play in tonight's first leg of their first division play-off final.

Players head for door in Saints' summer clear-out

Wed, 12 May 2010 11:23:00 +0100

Veteran goalkeeper Alan Main and former Celtic defender Gary Irvine top a list of players released this week by St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes.

Bayne given chance to earn Pars deal

Wed, 12 May 2010 09:31:55 +0100

Graham Bayne has been given the chance to prove his fitness before Dunfermline offer him a longer-term deal.

United shun days away in cup final preparations

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:09:24 +0100

Dundee United will be holed up at Tannadice all week preparing for Saturday's Scottish Cup final.

Samuel wraps up St Johnstone deal before heading for Trinidad

Tue, 11 May 2010 09:58:00 +0100

St Johnstone striker Collin Samuel signed a new one-year contract with the Perth club before catching a flight to his homeland for the close season.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 Hamilton 3

Mon, 10 May 2010 15:03:00 +0100

Outgoing St Johnstone midfielder Paul Sheerin has backed boss Derek McInnes to keep the club's fortunes on an upward trajectory.

Match report: Dundee United 0 Hibs 2

Mon, 10 May 2010 14:13:00 +0100

Dundee United brought the curtain down on their best SPL season since 1997 with a disappointing two-goal defeat to Hibs at Tannadice -- with the Tangerines' minds clearly on other things.

Match report: Arbroath 2 Queen's Park 2 (6-2 agg)

Mon, 10 May 2010 11:34:00 +0100

Arbroath set up a second division play-off derby final against Forfar with a 6-2 aggregate win over Queen's Park.

Match report: Airdrie United 0 Brechin 1 (1-3 agg)

Mon, 10 May 2010 09:11:05 +0100

Brechin won through to the first division play-off final and consigned Airdrie to the second division thanks to a remarkable defensive performance that contrasted with the attacking show in the first leg.

Keeping shop becomes Raith stopper's new goal

Sat, 08 May 2010 09:35:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' Gary O'Connor has gone from goalkeeping to shopkeeping.

Banks a safe choice for Pernis' understudy

Fri, 07 May 2010 19:44:00 +0100

Steve Banks knows he will be handed another supporting role in the Active Nation Scottish Cup final but will prepare as if he were topping the bill.

Saints youngster 'looks up to' Jody

Fri, 07 May 2010 14:27:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Josh Falkingham may only be 5ft 5ins tall but he made a big impression when he came on to make his debut for the club against Falkirk on Wednesday night.

Mason inks new Dunfermline deal

Fri, 07 May 2010 10:49:00 +0100

Dunfermline have tied up 30-year-old midfielder Gary Mason, who had previously played for the club between 2000 and 2007, for another season.

Soutar to further goalkeeping career in Cyprus

Thu, 06 May 2010 17:22:00 +0100

Former Dundee goalkeeper Derek Soutar has wasted little time in fixing up his future after departing Dens Park this week.

Match report: Cowdenbeath 1 Alloa 1

Thu, 06 May 2010 15:22:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath substitute John Dempster grabbed a dramatic equaliser three minutes into injury time, to give the Fifers every hope going into the second leg of their first division semi-final play-off at Alloa on Saturday.

Match report: East Stirling 0 Forfar Athletic 1

Thu, 06 May 2010 13:22:00 +0100

Forfar's promotion bid remains firmly on course after a late Ross Campbell penalty gave them a deserved win against an East Stirling side who lacked a cutting edge at Ochilview Park.

Match report: Queen's Park 0 Arbroath 4

Thu, 06 May 2010 13:22:00 +0100

Arbroath took an enormous step into next week’s second division play-off final with a comprehensive 4-0 win over a Glasgow side that finished in fourth place in the league below them.

Hampden likely to be bursting with fans for Scottish Cup final

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:18:00 +0100

A magnificent effort by both sets of supporters has ensured there will be a bumper crowd at Hampden when Dundee United take on Ross County in the Active Nation Scottish Cup final.

Match report: Hearts 0 Dundee United 0

Thu, 06 May 2010 10:52:00 +0100

Dundee United cleared another hurdle before Hampden as they fought out a goalless draw at Tynecastle, in a game where they seemed as concerned with avoiding injuries as they were with a win.

Match report: Brechin City 2 Airdrie United 1

Thu, 06 May 2010 10:07:00 +0100

Thanks to a Charlie King penalty, Brechin take a one-goal lead into the second leg and the knowledge that if they show anything close to last night's form they have a decent chance of progressing in the play-offs.

Match report: Falkirk 0 St Johnstone 0

Thu, 06 May 2010 08:40:26 +0100

Falkirk could not dig out the result they so desperately needed as they drew 0-0 with St Johnstone, but manager Steven Pressley remains bullish about their prospects.

No spree planned at Dundee FC: Chisholm

Wed, 05 May 2010 17:22:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has indicated there will be a change of direction at Dens Park when it comes to their signing strategy.

Old loyalties die hard for Saints man

Wed, 05 May 2010 16:22:00 +0100

St Johnstone's Liam Craig has said there will be no room for sentiment when he lines up against his old club Falkirk tonight.

Myrie-Williams keen to be ace against Hearts

Wed, 05 May 2010 15:48:00 +0100

Dundee United wide man Jeno Myrie-Williams is determined to put his red-card nightmare behind him and clinch an Active Nation Scottish Cup final place.

Hampden play-off trip for Lichties

Wed, 05 May 2010 14:31:00 +0100

Arbroath head to Hampden tonight for the first leg of their relegation tussle with Queen’s Park, with the victors playing the winners of the other two-leg battle between Forfar and East Stirlingshire.

Few better in the business than Levein, says Flood

Wed, 05 May 2010 14:16:28 +0100

Craig Levein would be a big hit as Celtic boss, according to Willo Flood, who worked under the current Scotland national coach at Dundee United.

Loons relaxed ahead of visit to Ochilview

Wed, 05 May 2010 13:57:00 +0100

Forfar boss Dick Campbell and his Loons are relaxed ahead of the Ochilview trip for the first leg of their play-off with East Stirlingshire.

Cowden to put title woes behind them against Alloa

Wed, 05 May 2010 12:10:00 +0100

Cowdenbeath are looking to put their experience of being in the end of season play-offs for a third consecutive year to good use when they begin what they hope will be a four-match springboard to the first division.

Brechin play-off 'basically a semi-final'

Wed, 05 May 2010 11:18:00 +0100

Brechin striker Rory McAllister will return to the team for the first leg of tonight's play-off against Airdrie at Glebe Park.

Chisholm cuts 16 players from Dundee FC squad

Tue, 04 May 2010 16:47:00 +0100

Dundee manager Gordon Chisholm gave his response to the club’s failure to get out of the first division by carrying out major surgery on his squad.

Cowdenbeath fans willing to stake cash on club's future

Tue, 04 May 2010 16:04:00 +0100

Supporters of Cowdenbeath are looking for ways to save the club money, if they agree to run it.

Cadamarteri could be final attacking option

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:06:00 +0100

The door to Hampden may not have shut on Dundee United frontman Danny Cadamarteri after all.

Pressure off Saints but McInnes still keen on winning finish

Tue, 04 May 2010 13:51:00 +0100

St Johnstone boss Derek McInnes has once again praised his players for their efforts in ensuring the club is sitting clear of the SPL drop zone.

United make (tentative) arrangements for cup celebration

Tue, 04 May 2010 11:44:51 +0100

Dundee United have made provisional arrangements for an open-top bus tour and city centre reception should they lift the Scottish Cup on May 15.

Match report: Elgin 5 Montrose 2

Mon, 03 May 2010 19:32:00 +0100

Montrose rounded off a poor season with a 5-2 drubbing at the hands of Elgin to leave them rooted to the foot of division three.

Match report: Forfar 1 Queen's Park 1

Mon, 03 May 2010 18:02:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic finished the regular season as runners-up — but all that will count for nothing unless the Loons ensure play-off success, starting with the semi-finals against East Stirling.

Match report: Arbroath 2 East Fife 2

Mon, 03 May 2010 17:12:00 +0100

Arbroath's inability to defend against set-pieces cost them a guaranteed place in the second division on Saturday.

Renewed optimism for United favourite Robertson

Mon, 03 May 2010 15:07:00 +0100

Scott Robertson has gone from pessimism to optimism when it comes to his dream of playing in the Active Nation Scottish Cup final for Dundee United.

Match report: Raith Rovers 4 Ross County 1

Mon, 03 May 2010 14:02:00 +0100

Raith Rovers’ on-loan striker Johnny Russell cracked open the bubbly to celebrate scoring the first senior hat-trick of his career against Ross County.

Pain of late collapse will spur Dundee on: Hart

Mon, 03 May 2010 13:12:00 +0100

Dundee’s Richie Hart has promised the club’s players will heed the lessons from their first-division title campaign collapse in a bid to ensure it never happens again.

Cowden trust discuss club's 'bleak' future

Mon, 03 May 2010 10:57:00 +0100

Supporters of Cowdenbeath FC pledged financial support to help save the club at a specially convened public meeting in the town.

McIntyre makes Dunfermline summer clear-out

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 19:49:00 +0100

Pars boss Jim McIntyre began his end-of-season clear-out at East End Park by releasing five players.

End in sight for season-sick Raith

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:10:00 +0100

The final whistle at Stark’s Park tomorrow will be music to the ears of the weariest players in Scottish football.

Danny can't wait to rain on Rangers' parade

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:12:00 +0100

Dundee United's Danny Cadamarteri says the club’s players are hoping to be party poopers tomorrow, when Rangers visit Tannadice.

Dundee keeper Douglas on target for pre-season

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:47:00 +0100

Dundee goalkeeper Rab Douglas' specialist thinks the big man should be back for pre-season training.

Main dignified as he faces end of Saints career

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:15:00 +0100

St Johnstone's record-breaking goalkeeper Alan Main has suffered a blow which has ended his hopes of enjoying a fitting finale to his time at McDiarmid.

United call in supplies to meet cup final ticket demand

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:29:41 +0100

Dundee United director Derek Robertson has told The Courier of his delight at seeing the number of tickets sold for the Scottish Cup final surge past 20,000.

Loons prepare for possible play-off

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:57:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic's exact play-off fate is yet to be determined but the Loons have laid plans to maximise the experience for fans home and away.

Players risk further injury for Lichties' safety

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:13:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Jim Weir has revealed three of his players are putting off desperately-needed surgery in an effort to steer the Lichties away from the relegation play-offs.

United fans rush for gold dust Scottish Cup briefs

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:47:00 +0100

Dundee United fans flocked to Tannadice in their thousands yesterday to snap up nearly half of the club's 20,000 ticket allocation for the Scottish Cup final.

Montrose see coaching role for Tosh

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:41:00 +0100

Montrose are looking to hang on to veteran striker Paul Tosh in a player-coach role.

Cameron among three released by Dundee United

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:52:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has taken the difficult decision to release former Scotland under-21 player Greg Cameron.

Rovers dressing room still full of energy

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:32:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' hectic season's end continues tonight, as Queen of the South visit Stark’s Park.

Kirk's recovery takes Pars by surprise

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:46:00 +0100

Dunfermline could have a surprise inclusion in their side for the last game of the league campaign at Airdrie on Saturday.

Dundee striker going nowhere, says boss

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:24:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm has insisted anyone casting covetous eyes over the club's star striker Leigh Griffiths is wasting their time.

Match report: Raith Rovers 0 Airdrie 1

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:35:00 +0100

John McGlynn was struggling for words as he watched his Raith Rovers side slump to defeat against Airdrie at Stark's Park.

Saints striker pledges to be of Hardie variety

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:26:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Martin Hardie has promised he would repay the club’s faith should they keep him on for next season.

Houston fails to see the funny side of 'comedian' Clark

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:18:00 +0100

Dundee United boss Peter Houston has hit back at former referee Kenny Clark's accusations in a newspaper column that his side have an atrocious disciplinary problem.

Match report: Dunfermline 4 Morton 1

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:56:00 +0100

Austin McCann has insisted Dunfermline will have to get their home form sorted out next season if they are to stand any chance of promotion.

No easing off by Raith, says Murray

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:47:00 +0100

Raith Rovers' relegation fears may have been banished on Saturday but the club's "Mr Reliable" Grant Murray insists no-one will be slacking off in their remaining three league games, starting tonight against Airdrie.

Match report: Montrose 0 Livingston 5

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:02:00 +0100

There was no hiding place for Montrose after champions Livingston hit their stride at Links Park and clinically exposed the gulf between top and bottom of the third division.

Match report: East Fife 1 Stenhousemuir 1

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:57:00 +0100

A late equaliser by Stenhousemuir at New Bayview set up a nail-biting season finale for both teams, with East Fife facing a crunch match against Arbroath this weekend.

Match report: Dumbarton 0 Arbroath 2

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:36:00 +0100

Arbroath's fate is still in their own hands after they beat Dumbarton.

Match report: Stranraer 2 Forfar 0

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:12:00 +0100

A 2-0 defeat to Stranraer was a "timely reminder," according to Forfar second-in-command Ian Campbell, who said his team started slowly and, "If you slacken off you deserve to get beaten."

Match report: Dundee 2 Raith Rovers 0

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:54:00 +0100

It is not often you will see a side that has just been beaten 2-0 with big smiles on their faces immediately after the match.

Match report: St Johnstone 1 Aberdeen 1

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:37:00 +0100

Chris Millar has revealed there's pounds as well as points at stake for Saints on the SPL run-in, as the Perth players' bonus is linked to their final league placing.

Match report: Dundee United 0 Celtic 2

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:14:00 +0100

From a cloud of controversy at Tannadice, Dundee United emerged with their finest league finish for 13 years.

Scott infuriated by Chisholm fitness claims

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:18:08 +0100

Former Dundee boss Jocky Scott has slammed successor Gordon Chisholm for criticising the fitness levels of the players he inherited at Dens Park.

Saints pair sign new contracts

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:54:00 +0100

St Johnstone have handed defenders Steven Anderson and Graham Gartland two-year deals.

Pars player's campaign definitely over

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 15:50:00 +0100

Dunfermline attacker Steven McDougall’s season is over, specialists have confirmed.

Raith man to throw spanner in Dundee's works

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:42:00 +0100

Raith Rovers defender Dougie Hill believes his side can sabotage Dundee’s “revenge mission” on Saturday and secure the Fife club’s first division survival.

Watson desperate to face Celtic at last

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:54:00 +0100

Keith Watson is hoping that his long wait to face Celtic is finally about to end.

Chisholm distraught as Dark Blues' dream ends

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:28:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm questioned his players’ professionalism and fitness after the defeat at Raith on Wednesday, which finally ended the Dark Blues’ slim championship hopes.

Club legends come back to Montrose

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:31:00 +0100

Montrose FC will welcome members of their 1984-85 championship winning squad to Links Park for Saturday's match against league champions Livingston.

Montrose issue rallying call to fans

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:42:00 +0100

Montrose FC have called for supporters to "stand up and be counted."

Spaniard wants his day in the sun

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:19:00 +0100

Francisco Sandaza may dream of facing a Spanish side in next season's Europa League — but his more pressing concern is forcing his way into Peter Houston's Scottish Cup final plans.

Saints' McCaffrey ready for new battle

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:47:00 +0100

St Johnstone central defender Stuart McCaffrey may be winning his fitness battle, but he admits he is facing a real fight to get back into the reckoning at McDiarmid Park.

Goodwillie admirers would need to dig deep

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:42:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson has expressed doubts over the viability of any bid from Rangers for David Goodwillie.

Match report: Raith Rovers 1 Dundee 0

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:34:00 +0100

Raith Rovers secure a priceless three points with a gritty win over Dundee at Stark's Park — a result that finally confirms the Dark Blues face another year outside the SPL.

Toe injury may end McDougall's season for Pars

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:10:00 +0100

Dunfermline striker Steven McDougall is sweating over a suspected broken toe he fears will end his season.

United youth system paying dividends

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:12:00 +0100

Boss Peter Houston believes the fact Dundee United pair David Goodwillie and Dale Hilson were honoured at the Clydesdale Bank awards proves the Tannadice youth system is flourishing again.

Ticket prices a sticking point for fans

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:06:00 +0100

Dundee United fans have hit out at admission charges for next month’s Scottish Cup final against Ross County at Hampden.

Match report: Brechin City 3 Cowdenbeath 3

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:38:00 +0100

Brechin produced a remarkable second-half fightback to earn a point and put a dent in Cowdenbeath's second division title bid.

Match report: Forfar 2 Stranraer 0

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:02:00 +0100

A Bryan Deasley double cemented second spot in division three for Dick Campbell’s side as they brushed Stranraer to one side .

Milne to make most recent return for Saints

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:32:00 +0100

St Johnstone's veteran striker Steven Milne could make his latest comeback in a closed doors game against Motherwell this afternoon.

Dark Blues man faces up to old club

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:28:00 +0100

Dundee midfielder Colin Cameron is itching to feature against his first club tonight.

Chisholm wants to be judged on own squad

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:36:00 +0100

Wholesale changes are on the cards at Dens Park following Dundee's failure to win promotion to the SPL — as manager Gordon Chisholm sets about assembling his own playing squad.

Duffy expects tough Cowden visit

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:52:00 +0100

Brechin boss Jim Duffy expects his players to face a tough challenge when they welcome Cowdenbeath to the Glebe tonight.

Division two round-up

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:32:00 +0100

Arbroath manager Jim Weir praised his exhausted players for their battling qualities at the end of the hard-fought 1-1 draw with title-chasing Cowdenbeath on Saturday.

Pars may need to shun beautiful game: McCabe

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:15:00 +0100

Dunfermline assistant manager Gerry McCabe has said the Pars will have to learn to “win ugly” if they want to challenge for honours next season.

Loons' line-up changes for Stranraer match

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:01:00 +0100

Following their sixth straight win, Forfar manager Dick Campbell will be looking to “freshen the whole thing up” against visitors Stranraer tonight.

No pain for Robertson in missing cup final

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:43:00 +0100

Scott Robertson does not expect to be in the running for Dundee United's Scottish Cup final lineup — but has absolutely no complaints.

Sheerin faces up to summer farewell from Saints

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:02:00 +0100

Paul Sheerin is preparing to say a long goodbye to St Johnstone — the club that is closest to his heart.

Thompson knows success breeds interest

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:59:00 +0100

Dundee United chairman Stephen Thompson is braced for having to fend off approaches for several of his club's top performers.

Match report: Forfar 2 Montrose 0

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:25:00 +0100

Forfar Athletic won the bragging rights in the Angus derby with victory over Montrose at Station Park and at the same time strengthened their claim for second spot in the third division.

Match report: Dundee 2 Morton 2

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:16:00 +0100

Dundee can still achieve promotion to the SPL after drawing with Greenock Morton on Saturday. However, even the most fanatical Dark Blues supporter does not need Carol Vorderman to tell them that the numbers do not add up.

Match report: Motherwell 2 Dundee United 3

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:08:00 +0100

There seems every chance Dundee United’s centenary season will be marked by their lifting the Scottish Cup for the second time.

Match report: St Johnstone 2 St Mirren 2

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:12:00 +0100

St Johnstone midfielder Murray Davidson revealed how even he was left baffled by referee Charlie Richmond in the aftermath of his shot being saved on the line.

Pars stand in way of Caley's unbeaten run

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:04:00 +0100

Dunfermline boss Jim McIntyre praised Inverness Caley Thistle for the unbeaten run they have put together but promised the Pars will do all they can to end it.

Dark Blues boss hails Dodds' influence

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:12:00 +0100

Dundee boss Gordon Chisholm believes working with former Rangers and Scotland striker Billy Dodds could move Leigh Griffiths' game on to an even higher plain — but only if he takes Dodds' coaching on board.

No rest for Perth men against Buddies

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:50:00 +0100

St Johnstone manager Derek McInnes has said there will be neither arrogance nor complacency from his players as they close out their SPL campaign, while defender Graham Gartland disclosed the full extent of his health scare.

Dark Blues need winning ways on the road

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:22:00 +0100

Dundee will have to start making their away days pay if they are to keep their promotion dream alive.

Sugar helps captain 'Dinky's' medicine go down

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:57:00 +0100

Sugar injections proved to be a bitter-sweet experience for St Johnstone's Kevin Rutkiewicz.