Dundee United defender Owen Bevan savours derby day win with family
Dundee United defender Owen Bevan celebrated a rare goal and a crucial 2-0 win over Dundee in the Tayside derby, with his family in attendance, including his father who travelled from Southampton.
What happened?
Bevan, who has been struggling with injuries, scored his first goal in three years and helped his team secure a vital three points in the Premiership. The 22-year-old defender admitted that his father, who has been a constant presence in his life, was overjoyed by the win.
Why it matters for Dundee United
The win has lifted Dundee United to joint-top of the Premiership table, with 37 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. Bevan's goal was a significant moment for the team, who have been struggling for goals this season, scoring 34 and conceding 53.
What comes next?
Dundee United will look to build on this momentum as they face a tough run of games ahead of a run of fixtures you can check on our fixtures page. The team will need to continue to work hard and stay humble, as Bevan has said, in order to achieve their goals.
Bevan's journey
Bevan has had a tough journey to get to this point, having struggled with injuries and self-doubt. However, he has always had a strong self-belief that he could get back to the levels he needed to get to. He has worked hard to get to this point and is now reaping the rewards.
Recent form
Dundee United have been in good form recently, with a 3-2 win over Aberdeen in their last game (2026-05-17) and a recent run of three wins and two losses in their last five games (Recent form: 3W-0D-2L, WLLWW).
Current squad
The team is currently without Dario Naamo and Miller Thomson, who are both sidelined with injuries.
League standing
Dundee United are currently 9th in the Premiership table, with 33 points from 33 games, and a recent form of WLWWL. They are 37 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian.
Goals this season
The team has scored 34 goals and conceded 53 this season, with a goal difference of -19.
Bevan's dedication
Bevan's dedication to his family and his team has been evident in his recent performances. He has been working hard to get back to his best and is now reaping the rewards.
Captain Simon Murray's injury
Captain Simon Murray is currently recovering from a second ACL injury and is a huge part of the team on and off the pitch. Bevan dedicated the win to him, saying that he is a good leader and a good person to have in the dressing room.
Conclusion
Dundee United's win over Dundee in the Tayside derby has been a significant moment for the team, and Bevan's goal has been a crucial one. The team will look to build on this momentum as they face a tough run of games ahead.
