Dundee United Seek to End Losing Streak
Dundee United welcome Hearts to Tynecastle Park on Sunday, looking to put an end to their losing streak. The Tangerines have lost all four competitive fixtures this season, including elimination from the Champions League qualifiers after losing 6-0 on aggregate to Sturm Graz.
What Happened?
Hearts have endured a disastrous start to the new season, with manager Wouter Vrancken's side losing all four competitive fixtures. The Jambos have been on the verge of elimination from the Europa League qualifiers after a 6-1 first-leg defeat to Benfica.
Why it Matters for Dundee United
Dundee United will draw confidence from their recent record at Tynecastle, having avoided defeat in their last three away clashes with Hearts, including two wins in that time. The Tangerines have lost two of their last three meetings with Hearts, but they will be looking to build on their encouraging start to the new season.
What Comes Next?
Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin will be hoping his team can build on their 1-1 draw against Rangers in their opening Scottish Premiership fixture. The Tangerines created 1.64 expected goals (xG) to Rangers' 1.46xG, and Goodwin will be looking for a similar performance on Sunday.
Team News
Dundee United will be unable to call upon the services of Miller Thomson due to an ankle injury, while Bert Esselink may also be a doubt after coming off with an injury concern in the first league fixture against Rangers. Iurie Iovu could, therefore, partner Michael Forbes in central defence, while an otherwise unchanged team from the opening weekend could be named.
Hearts Possible Starting Lineup
Reus; Altena, McCart, McEntee, Milne; Guendouz, Renaud, Magnusson, Kyziridis; Braga, Kabore
Dundee United Possible Starting Lineup
Hearts' recent form: Hearts have lost all four competitive fixtures this season, including elimination from the Champions League qualifiers after losing 6-0 on aggregate to Sturm Graz.
Dundee United's recent form: Dundee United have lost all four competitive fixtures this season, including elimination from the Champions League qualifiers after losing 6-0 on aggregate to Sturm Graz.
Hearts' Scottish Premiership form: Hearts have lost all four competitive fixtures this season, including elimination from the Champions League qualifiers after losing 6-0 on aggregate to Sturm Graz.
Dundee United's Scottish Premiership form: Dundee United have lost all four competitive fixtures this season, including elimination from the Champions League qualifiers after losing 6-0 on aggregate to Sturm Graz.
