Match report
ST Johnstone 2-1 Dundee: match report
ST Johnstone defeated Dundee 2-1 in the Premiership with goals from Josh Campbell and Kai Fotheringham on Saturday.
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ST Johnstone secured a 2-1 victory over Dundee in the Premiership on Saturday. Josh Campbell opened the scoring early in the fifth minute, assisted by Enes Alic.
Dundee equalised just after half-time with a goal from Joe Westley in the 47th minute. However, ST Johnstone regained the lead in the 72nd minute through Kai Fotheringham.
The match featured several yellow cards, with Taylor Steven receiving one for ST Johnstone in the 56th minute. Drey Wright, Ethan Hamilton, and Brad Halliday were booked for Dundee in the 60th, 69th, and 88th minutes, respectively.
In terms of key statistics, ST Johnstone had 57% possession compared to Dundee's 43%. ST Johnstone registered 4 shots on target, while Dundee had 3. The teams had a similar number of fouls, with ST Johnstone committing 11 and Dundee 12. Both teams made 2 saves each during the match.
Going into the game, Dundee were in fifth place with 17 points, while ST Johnstone were seventh with 14 points. This result will impact their standings in the league table.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: ST Johnstone vs Dundee preview: form & head-to-head
ST Johnstone will face Dundee in the Premiership on Saturday at 15:00 GMT at McDiarmid Park.
In their recent form, ST Johnstone have won 1, drawn 3, and lost 1 in their last five matches. Their latest results include two draws against Kilmarnock and Motherwell, both ending 2-2. They also suffered a heavy defeat to Rangers FC, losing 4-0, but managed a 1-1 draw against Dundee United and a 1-0 win over Aberdeen earlier this month.
Dundee have been in better form, winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 1 of their last five games. They recently defeated Kilmarnock 3-1 and had a draw against Rangers FC, finishing 2-2. Their only loss came against St. Mirren, where they fell 2-1. Prior to that, they secured wins against Falkirk and Motherwell.
In the league table, Dundee currently sit in 5th place with 17 points from 11 matches. They have scored 17 goals and conceded 13. ST Johnstone are in 7th place with 14 points from 12 games, having scored 15 and conceded 19.
Historically, the two teams have met 10 times, with ST Johnstone winning 4, Dundee winning 1, and 5 matches ending in draws. Their last encounter was on 2 September, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
Both teams will be eager to secure points as they aim to climb the table.
Match Events
All events- 88'Brad Halliday
- 87'Drey Wright(Out: Brad Halliday)
- 80'Kai Fotheringham(Out: Macaulay Tait)
- 72'Alan Forrest(Out: Charlie Reilly)
- 72'Kai Fotheringham(2 - 1)
- 69'Ethan Hamilton
- 60'Taylor Steven(Out: Sam Stanton)
- 60'Drey Wright
Match Statistics
All stats- 57%Possession43%
- 4Shots on Target3
- 4Corners5
- 12Fouls13
- 3Offsides0
Prediction
Live win probability
ST Johnstone 93%Draw 7%Dundee 1%
ST Johnstone is most likely to win the game against Dundee.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionPremiership · Regular Season 13
Last five games
ST JohnstoneWDDLD
DundeeLWLDW
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Falkirk | 13 | +6 | 21 |
| 4 |  Heart of Midlothian | 12 | +4 | 20 |
| 5 | Dundee | 12 | +3 | 17 |
| 6 |  Dundee Utd | 12 | 0 | 17 |
| 7 | ST Johnstone | 13 | -3 | 17 |
| 8 |  St. Mirren | 13 | -10 | 14 |
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ST Johnstone vs Dundee: result, stats & highlights
ST Johnstone and Dundee finished 2-1 in the Premiership (Regular Season 13). Played: (your local time).
ST Johnstone are 7th in the table on 17 points; Dundee are 5th on 17.
Recent form: ST Johnstone WDDLD, Dundee LWLDW.
Head-to-head (last 10): ST Johnstone 2 wins, 4 draws, Dundee 4 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.