Dundee FC vs Motherwell FC, Premier League 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Dundee FC vs Motherwell FC — Premier League at Dens Park.
- Dundee FC 33 games · 33 pts (2026/27)
- Motherwell FC 33 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee David Dickinson
- Assistant 1 Gordon Crawford
- Assistant 2 John McCrossan
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 33 | 70 |
| 2 | Rangers FC | 33 | 69 |
| 3 | Celtic FC | 33 | 67 |
| 4 | Motherwell FC | 33 | 54 |
| 5 | Hibernian FC | 33 | 51 |
| 6 | Falkirk FC | 33 | 46 |
| 7 | Dundee United FC | 33 | 40 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 33 | 33 |
| 9 | Dundee FC | 33 | 33 |
| 10 | St. Mirren FC | 33 | 30 |
| 11 | Kilmarnock FC | 33 | 28 |
| 12 | Livingston FC | 33 | 16 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Apr | Motherwell FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 30 Mar | St. Johnstone FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 13 Mar | Aberdeen FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 02 Mar | Kilmarnock FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 28 Feb | Celtic FC | A | 1–7 | L |
| 24 Feb | Hibernian FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Apr | Dundee FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 30 Mar | St. Mirren FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 16 Mar | Aberdeen FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 02 Mar | Rangers FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 28 Feb | Livingston FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 25 Feb | Celtic FC | H | 1–3 | L |
Season Stats
| Dundee FC | Motherwell FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | Position | #4 |
| 33 | Points | 54 |
| 33 | Played | 33 |
| 8 / 9 / 16 | W / D / L | 14 / 12 / 7 |
| 34 | Scored | 52 |
| 53 | Conceded | 29 |
| -19 | GD | +23 |
| 1.00 | PPG | 1.64 |
| 24% | Win % | 42% |
Key Stats
65%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (17 games)
H2H (17 games)
53%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Dundee FC are 9th (33 pts). Motherwell FC are 4th (54 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Dundee FC launch into their encounter with Motherwell FC.
- 5' Stephen O'Donnell has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 0 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 10' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 10 minutes.
- 15' It looks surprising Dundee FC does not make any changes. Andy Halliday has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 20' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 25' Motherwell FC come into this ranked 8 in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 30' Scott Tiffoney needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Red cards this season.
- 35' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Dundee FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 36' What a moment for Jordan McGhee! That strike on 36 puts his side firmly in control.
- 41' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 46' The whistle greets Adam Devine as he departs to be replaced by Stephen O'Donnell.
- 51' The energy levels are beginning to show. Stuart Kettlewell might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 56' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 61' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Dundee FC and Motherwell FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 66' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 68' Michael Mellon has so much to prove this time. He replaces Scott Tiffoney on 68 minute.
- 70' Luke McCowan does the damage! The net is bulging and Dundee FC surge ahead!
- 74' The referee has no hesitation. Amadou Bakayoko is booked for Dundee FC — card on 74.
- 74' The supporters are chanting for Moses Ebiye. He replaces Andy Halliday on 74 minute.
- 79' Georgie Gent does the damage! The net is bulging and Motherwell FC surge ahead!
- 81' GOAL! Theo Bair scores on 81.
- 82' Michael Mellon picks up a card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 87' A quiet spell here at Dens Park. Dundee FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 90' Another substitution for Dundee FC to replace Lyall Cameron by Zach Robinson on 90 minute.
- 2-3 the final result. Dundee FC will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
Dundee FC Lineups
3-5-2Starting XI
- 9
- 5
-
7
Scott Tiffoney ↓ Michael Mellon 68'
- 17
-
10
Lyall Cameron ↓ Zach Robinson 90'
- 6
- 22
- 44
- 25
- 28
- 29
Bench
- 1
- 19
-
16
Zach Robinson ↑ 90'
- 4
- 3
-
26
Michael Mellon ↑ 68'
- 23
- 30
- 49
Coach
Tony Docherty
Motherwell FC Lineups
3-4-1-2Starting XI
- 20
- 16
- 1
- 15
- 14
- 7
- 17
-
28
Jack Vale ↓ Calum Butcher 90'
-
21
Adam Devine ↓ Stephen O'Donnell 46'
-
11
Andy Halliday ↓ Moses Ebiye 74'
- 3
Bench
- 13
-
66
Calum Butcher ↑ 90'
- 5
-
2
Stephen O'Donnell ↑ 46'
- 18
- 19
-
24
Moses Ebiye ↑ 74'
-
38
Lennon Miller ↑ 74'
- 39
Coach
Stuart Kettlewell
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Lyall Cameron | 5 |
| David Turnbull | 4 |
| Dan Casey | 2 |
| Luke McCowan | 2 |
| Theo Bair | 2 |
| Martin Woods | 1 |
| Zach Robinson | 1 |
| Danny Johnson | 1 |
Head to Head
Dundee FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.28
Dundee FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.93
Motherwell FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 62% + Over 2.5 goals 61%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Motherwell FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.21
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 61% |
|
39% |
| ± 3.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
Dundee FC or Draw
54%
Draw or Motherwell FC
72%
Dundee FC or Motherwell FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Dundee FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.8%
1 – 2
9.3%
0 – 2
7.4%
0 – 1
7.1%
2 – 1
6.2%
1 – 3
5.9%
2 – 2
5.9%
0 – 0
5.6%
0 – 3
4.7%
1 – 0
4.4%
2 – 3
Actual
2 – 0
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Dundee FC
| Handicap | Dundee FC covers | Push | Motherwell FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 14% | 76% |
| -0.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| +0.5 | 49% | — | 51% |
| +1 | 49% | 21% | 30% |
| +1.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +2 | 70% | 16% | 14% |
| +2.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
Clean Sheet
Dundee FC keeps clean sheet
15%
✓
Motherwell FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

