Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin on Hearts defeat: 'Embarrassing' scoreline doesn't reflect performance
Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has described the 4-0 defeat against Hearts as 'embarrassing' but believes the scoreline doesn't reflect the team's performance. The Tangerines were beaten by four goals at Tynecastle, but Goodwin thinks the scoreline was harsh on his team.
Why it matters for Dundee United
The defeat against Hearts has left Dundee United 37 points behind the league leaders, Heart of Midlothian. The Tangerines will be looking to bounce back from this defeat and get back to winning ways. With 34 goals scored and 53 conceded this season, Dundee United will need to improve their defensive record if they are to challenge for the title.
What comes next?
Dundee United will be looking to get back to winning ways when they face their next opponent. With a league standing of 9th in Premiership, 33 points, 8W-9D-16L from 33 games, recent form WLWWL, the Tangerines will be hoping to pick up some much-needed points. Goodwin has revealed that the team was interested in signing Tom Renaud, who scored a wonder goal for Hearts in the match.
Dundee United's transfer interest in Tom Renaud
Goodwin has confirmed that the Tangerines were interested in signing Tom Renaud in the summer. The player's ability from long range was well known to the Dundee United manager, who had spoken to him in the summer. However, Hearts came in for the player and were able to sign him.
Dundee United's performance against Hearts
Goodwin has admitted that the team's defending was naive for three of the four goals. He believes that the team had a good performance in the first 45 minutes, but the second goal was a poor decision. The VAR meeting did not go in the team's favor, and they were left with a mountain to climb.
Dundee United's future prospects
Dundee United will need to improve their defensive record if they are to challenge for the title. The team has shown some positive signs in their recent performances, but they will need to be more consistent if they are to achieve their goals. With a strong squad and a good manager, the Tangerines will be hoping to make a push for the title in the second half of the season.
