Dundee United prepare for a key Scottish Premiership test at home to Hibernian, with the sides separated by just one point in a congested top half. The Tannadice club, sitting fourth with 10 points from seven games, aim to build on a 3-0 away win at St Mirren and improve their inconsistent home form. Manager Jim Goodwin acknowledged the disparity, stating his side must make their ground a fortress. "Our away form has been good. Our home form hasn’t been as good," Goodwin said. "It is up to us to go and replicate the St Mirren performance at home to Hibs." The manager has specifically highlighted the need to improve goal minutes at Tannadice, where the team has scored 80% of its league goals this season in the second half, a trend he wants to change starting with this match. Following this fixture, United's next challenge is a trip to face Falkirk.
Goodwin’s focus on home improvement
Goodwin, in his fourth full season in charge, has been studying footage of new Hibs boss Marink Reedijk's previous teams. The 34-year-old Dutchman, who led Beveren to an unbeaten Second Division title last season, makes his Premiership bow at Tannadice. "We will definitely look back at how he played at Beveren and other previous clubs," Goodwin explained. He added that while his staff are familiar with Hibs' players, the focus remains on Dundee United's own performance. The manager also noted the importance of the Tannadice atmosphere, saying players love playing there with the support they receive. Goodwin will be relying on key performers like Jesse Randall, whose detailed contributions can be seen in the team stats.
Recent form and historical trends
Recent meetings between these sides have been high-scoring, with both teams finding the net in each of the last nine league clashes, which have averaged 3.9 goals per game. Hibs are unbeaten in six league games against United since a 3-2 defeat in October 2024. Dundee United's form has picked up, winning two of their last four league matches, matching their tally from the previous ten. Attacker Jesse Randall has been key in their improved output, contributing to 44% of the team's league goals this season despite starting only four games. He scored and assisted in the recent win at St Mirren. The match offers a chance for United to solidify their top-four position in the standings before a trip to face Falkirk. The club will hope to have a full complement of players available, with any updates on fitness to be posted on the injuries page.
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