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Dundee Utd vs Livingston

12 May 2026 at 19:45Tannadice Park, Dundee
Referee: G. Irvine

Match Summary

Dundee Utd and Livingston drew 0:0. The match was played in Premiership 2025. 6 yellow cards were shown. Dundee Utd had 48% possession while Livingston held 52%. Dundee Utd had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Livingston. Expected goals: Dundee Utd 1.42 — Livingston 0.89. Dundee Utd made 5 substitutions, Livingston made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Joshua Zimmerman 86′).

Match Events

Key match events between Dundee Utd and Livingston — 0 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Dundee Utd had 48% possession against Livingston's 52%. Dundee Utd registered 15 shots (5 on target) while Livingston managed 14 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–8. Fouls committed: 14–12.

Shots on Goal
5
3
Shots Off Goal
5
5
Total Shots
15
14
Blocked Shots
5
6
Shots inside the Box
11
8
Shots outside the Box
4
6
Fouls
14
12
Corner Kicks
7
8
Offsides
0
1
Ball Possession
48%
52%
Yellow Cards
2
4
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
2
5
Total Passes
364
397
Accurate Passes
282
288
Pass Accuracy
77%
73%
Expected Goals (xG)
1.42
0.89
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0.80
0.80

Lineups

Dundee Utd lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Jim Goodwin, while Livingston deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Marvin Bartley.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Dundee Utd is 6.76, compared to 6.75 for Livingston. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Dundee Utd's highest-rated starter is W. Ferry (7.51), while Livingston's best-rated player is J. Prior (7.00).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Dundee Utd have contributed 17 goals and 13 assists this season, led by Z. Sapsford (9G). Livingston's starters account for 23 goals and 17 assists, spearheaded by L. Smith (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Dundee Utd deploy 3 defenders rated 6.70 on average, against Livingston's 3-man backline averaging 6.73. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Dundee Utd field 4 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Livingston's 6 rated 6.73. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Dundee Utd start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.56, compared to 1 for Livingston averaging 6.67. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 73% for Dundee Utd and 73% for Livingston. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Dundee Utd's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 53 for Livingston. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Dundee Utd's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: S. Cleall-Harding (19), oldest: J. Russell (35)), while Livingston average 27.6 (youngest: M. Tait (20), oldest: C. Montano (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Dundee Utd's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 30 for Livingston. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Dundee Utd3-4-2-14-2-3-1Livingston
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Richards37Cleall-.3Esselink6Graham2Strain5Sevelj8Camara11Ferry20Farrugia9Sapsford77Russell28Prior2Kerr23Kabongo.19Finlays.26Montano20Danso25Tait15Smith8Pittman17May9Muirhead

Substitutes

Coach: Jim Goodwin

Substitutes

Coach: Marvin Bartley

Dundee UtdPosition StrengthLivingston
6.76
Avg Rating
6.75
6.64Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.00
0G 0A0G 1A
6.70Defender (3 v 3)6.73
3G 0A4G 4A
6.98Midfielder (4 v 6)6.73
5G 11A14G 10A
6.56Forward (3 v 1)6.67
9G 2A5G 2A
Dundee Utd3-4-2-1
25GoalkeeperD. Richards6.6
37DefenderS. Cleall-Harding6.4
3DefenderB. Esselink6.61G
6DefenderR. Graham7.12G
2MidfielderR. Strain6.71G
5MidfielderV. Sevelj6.93A
8MidfielderP. Camara6.82A
11MidfielderW. Ferry7.54G6A
20ForwardN. Farrugia6.7
9ForwardZ. Sapsford6.69G2A
77ForwardJ. Russell6.4
Livingston4-2-3-1
28GoalkeeperJ. Prior7.01A
23DefenderB. Kabongolo6.82G
19DefenderD. Finlayson6.71A
26DefenderC. Montano6.72G3A
2MidfielderC. Kerr
20MidfielderE. Danso6.71A
25MidfielderM. Tait6.53A
15MidfielderL. Smith6.97G2A
8MidfielderS. Pittman6.75G2A
17MidfielderS. May6.82G2A
9ForwardR. Muirhead6.75G2A

Rivalry since 2017

Dundee Utd vs Livingston Head to Head Results· 18

Dundee Utd and Livingston have met 18 times — Dundee Utd won 7, Livingston won 8, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Livingston leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 46 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.56 per match (25 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Dundee Utd are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2026.

Drawn
3
·
Total goals
46 · 2.6/match
Both scored
10/18 · 56%
Over 2.5
9/18 · 50%

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Recent Form

WWonDDrawnLLost

In their last 6 matches, Dundee Utd have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Livingston show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Match Prediction

Predicted winnerDundee Utd

Dundee Utd

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Livingston

10%

Away win

Statistical tip

Double chance: Dundee Utd or draw

55%Form45%
50%Attack50%
48%Defence52%
63%Goals38%
71%Head-to-head29%
58.8%Overall41.3%

Bookmaker Odds

13 bookmakers

Best price

Dundee Utd

1.74

Pinnacle

Draw

4.25

Pinnacle

Livingston

4.60

Unibet

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Dundee Utd3wins
4draws10 meetings
Livingston3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.2

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (56%) — the odds may underestimate Livingston.

Market Summary

Margin: 7.5%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 60.2%Draw 25.0%Away 22.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.664.004.50
Max1.664.004.50
Over 2.5: 59.9%Under 2.5: 45.5%
Market favourite:Dundee Utd · Moderate favourite

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Dundee Utd (60%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Dundee UtdHalf-time:00Livingston
15Shots14
5Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

12 May 202625/261.66/4.00/4.50
11 Apr 202625/261.53/4.00/5.50
30 Dec 202525/262.50/3.30/2.65
4 Oct 202525/261.94/3.60/3.73
20 May 202322/232.33/3.26/3.18
22 Apr 202322/232.44/3.26/3.03
8 Mar 202322/232.23/3.23/3.43
7 Aug 202222/232.41/3.12/3.20
11 Dec 202121/222.36/3.12/3.27
27 Oct 202121/222.65/3.11/2.82

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Dundee Utd

W 303D 270L 404
Over 2.550
Goals scored1173

Away Record: Livingston

W 114D 116L 217
Over 2.550
Goals scored475

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 May 2026