Dundee FC stars helped chase the blues away when they visited Ninewells Hospital.
Players and staff handed out gifts when they visited the children’s medical, surgical and outpatient clinics.
They also visited adult patients in two of the hospital’s general medical wards.
The annual visit allows fans to get autographs and pose for photographs with their favourite members of the Dark Blues’ squad.
Players including Craig Wighton, Yordi Teijsse, Cammy Kerr and Scott Bain spent time with patients.
Play specialist Una Paton said: “We’re always grateful to the Dundee FC team for coming in to visit us for Christmas.
“The patients love to see them and it really helps to life their spirits and make them feel special during what can be a difficult time.
“The players are great with the children and always make them smile and the gifts are really appreciated too.”
She added: “On behalf of all the patients and staff in Tayside Children’s Hospital, I’d like to thank the team for taking the time to come and brighten up our day.”
Head of nursing for medicine and cardiovascular Rachel Haddock said: “Patients can find it really difficult at this time of year when ill and in hospital.
“This really cheered the patients up and shows a real community spirit from the Dundee players.”
A spokesman for Dundee FC said: “We were absolutely delighted to take part in the visit to the hospital.
“The annual Christmas visit is one of the most rewarding things our players and club take part in throughout the year.”
