St Mirren vs Dundee: Team News, Lineups, and Match Predictions
St Mirren will face Dundee in a crucial Scottish Premiership match on Saturday. The teams are separated by just three points in the league standings, igniting hopes for a competitive clash. Currently, St Mirren sits 10th with 19 points from 22 games, while Dundee is 9th, holding 22 points from 23 matches.
Current League Performance
St Mirren’s recent league performance has been challenging. With only four wins, seven draws, and 11 losses in their 22 games, they are fighting to avoid relegation.
- Position: 10th in the league
- Points: 19
- Wins: 4
- Draws: 7
- Losses: 11
In contrast, Dundee has had a slightly better season, although they, too, have struggled. They have recorded six victories but paired them with four draws and 13 losses.
- Position: 9th in the league
- Points: 22
- Wins: 6
- Draws: 4
- Losses: 13
Recent Form
St Mirren’s form has been disappointing, without a win in the last six league matches. They recently managed a 1-1 draw against Livingston, ending a four-game losing streak.
- Last 5 Matches: D L L L L
Dundee has shown signs of improvement but faltered recently, with a tough 3-0 loss to Rangers following a brief resurgence that included three consecutive wins.
- Last 5 Matches: L W W W L
Injury Updates
For this match, St Mirren will be missing key players due to injuries. Jonah Ayunga, Keanu Baccus, and Mark O’Hara are unavailable. Manager Stephen Robinson may keep a consistent lineup following the draw against Livingston.
Dundee will also face absences, with Billy Koumetio and Joe Westley sidelined due to injuries. Following a heavy defeat, manager Steven Pressley may make adjustments and give opportunities to players like Finlay Robertson and Simon Murray.
Predictions
History indicates a challenging match for Dundee, who have struggled at St Mirren’s home in recent years. With St Mirren having a favorable record against Dundee at the SMISA Stadium, predictions favor a narrow victory for the home side.
Final prediction: St Mirren 2-1 Dundee.
