Aberdeen and Dundee Utd are all set for their thrilling Scottish Premiership encounter on 09.05.2026. As these teams prepare, we've analyzed their tactics and strengths. Our prediction dives deep into the nuances of the matchup. Explore our analysis, get a sense of both teams' potential, and consider our insights when placing your bet on this game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | |||||||
| 1 | Heart Of Midlothian | 33 | 21 | 7 | 5 | 58/28 | 70 |
| 2 | Rangers | 33 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 66/31 | 69 |
| 3 | Celtic | 33 | 21 | 4 | 8 | 59/35 | 67 |
| 4 | Motherwell | 33 | 14 | 12 | 7 | 52/29 | 54 |
| 5 | Hibernian | 33 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 51/37 | 51 |
| 6 | Falkirk | 33 | 13 | 7 | 13 | 45/48 | 46 |
| 7 | Dundee Utd | 33 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 45/54 | 40 |
| 8 | Aberdeen | 33 | 9 | 6 | 18 | 33/48 | 33 |
| 9 | Dundee | 33 | 8 | 9 | 16 | 34/53 | 33 |
| 10 | ST Mirren | 33 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 27/48 | 30 |
| 11 | Kilmarnock | 33 | 6 | 10 | 17 | 37/65 | 28 |
| 12 | Livingston | 33 | 1 | 13 | 19 | 35/66 | 16 |
| Premiership , Relegation Round | |||||||
| 1 | Dundee Utd | 35 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 48/57 | 43 |
| 2 | Aberdeen | 35 | 10 | 7 | 18 | 36/50 | 37 |
| 3 | Dundee | 35 | 9 | 9 | 17 | 35/56 | 36 |
| 4 | Kilmarnock | 35 | 7 | 10 | 18 | 40/66 | 31 |
| 5 | ST Mirren | 35 | 7 | 9 | 19 | 27/51 | 30 |
| 6 | Livingston | 35 | 2 | 14 | 19 | 39/68 | 20 |
Key Player Statistics: Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 24.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Dundee Utd | 27.12.2025 | 1-1 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 23.09.2025 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 17.05.2025 | 2-1 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Dundee Utd | 02.03.2025 | 2-2 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 29.12.2024 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Dundee Utd | 26.10.2024 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 04.03.2023 | 1-3 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Dundee Utd | 12.11.2022 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 08.10.2022 | 4-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Livingston | Aberdeen | 01.05.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Kilmarnock | 25.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Hibernian | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | ST Mirren | Aberdeen | 04.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Rangers | Aberdeen | 21.03.2026 | 4-1 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Falkirk | 14.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| FA Cup | Dunfermline | Aberdeen | 07.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| Premiership | Aberdeen | Celtic | 04.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Heart Of Midlothian | Aberdeen | 28.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 24.02.2026 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Kilmarnock | Dundee Utd | 02.05.2026 | 3-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Dundee | 26.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Livingston | 11.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| Premiership | Rangers | Dundee Utd | 04.04.2026 | 4-2 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Celtic | 22.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee | Dundee Utd | 15.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| FA Cup | Falkirk | Dundee Utd | 06.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | ST Mirren | 03.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premiership | Motherwell | Dundee Utd | 28.02.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Dundee Utd | Aberdeen | 24.02.2026 | 0-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Aberdeen VS Dundee Utd
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd
Bookies' predictions
Aberdeen
Betting Intelligence: Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd
Aberdeen vs Dundee United. Six points separate these two sides at the top of the Scottish Premiership. This isn't just a derby. This is a title fight.
Dundee United sit first with 43 points from 35 games. Aberdeen are right behind them on 37. One big result here could reshape the entire final stretch of the season. The pressure is real. The stakes couldn't be higher.
Here's what you need to watch for — Aberdeen's home form has been genuinely inconsistent. They've beaten Kilmarnock and Hibernian at Pittodrie recently, but they also dropped points against Falkirk at home and conceded three to Dundee in a 3-2 loss. That vulnerability matters. The bookmakers have Aberdeen as favourites at 2.12, but don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that home advantage automatically means dominance here.
Dundee United arrive in red-hot form. They've won four of their last five Premiership games, including a stunning 2-0 win over Celtic and a 3-0 demolition of local rivals Dundee. United have scored 48 league goals this season compared to Aberdeen's 36. That's a significant attacking edge that the odds don't fully reflect.
The head-to-head record is a fascinating subplot. Dundee United have won four of the last six meetings between these clubs. Aberdeen's only win in that run came at Pittodrie in October 2024. United have never been easy to beat in this fixture, and their current confidence makes them genuinely dangerous today.
The surprising statistical insight here is this — Aberdeen have conceded 50 goals in 35 games this season. United have scored 48. Those two numbers meeting in the same fixture feels significant. Goals feel inevitable.
Watch the battle between United's W. Ferry, who leads their creative output with six assists, and Aberdeen's disciplinary weak spots. N. Devlin and G. Shinnie have both seen red cards this season. Any moment of aggression in a heated derby could swing the game completely. The card markets look genuinely interesting here.
I'm backing Dundee United to nick this one. The value at 3.15 is real. Both teams to score also looks nailed on given the defensive records of both sides this season. My bold call — United's Sapsford or Ahmed Fatah to score and United to win. The anytime scorer market on either forward offers excellent value.
Thirty-five games played. Six points between them. Everything still to fight for. Saturday afternoon doesn't get bigger than this.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N. Suman | Australia | 26 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| A. Palaversa | Croatia | 26 | Midfielder | 187 | 77 |
| S. Heltne Nilsen | Norway | 34 | Midfielder | 184 | 78 |
| D. Mitov | Bulgaria | 29 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 76 |
| N. Devlin | Scotland | 32 | Defender | 183 | 73 |
| M. Knoester | Netherlands | 27 | Defender | 186 | 77 |
| K. Tobers | Latvia | 25 | Defender | 190 | 87 |
| E. Sokler | Slovenia | 26 | Attacker | 181 | 69 |
| A. Aouchiche | France | 23 | Midfielder | 181 | 72 |
| S. Morris | England | 24 | Attacker | 183 | 68 |
| K. Yengi | Australia | 27 | Attacker | 189 | 91 |
| G. Molloy | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Lazetić | Serbia | 22 | Attacker | 190 | 80 |
| T. Keskinen | Finland | 23 | Attacker | 180 | n/a |
| A. Jensen | Denmark | 24 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
| N. Milanovic | Australia | 24 | Attacker | 185 | 76 |
| Emmanuel Gyamfi | Germany | 21 | Attacker | 178 | 74 |
| P. Ambrose | Nigeria | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. Vītols | Latvia | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Fletcher Boyd | Scotland | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Strain | Australia | 29 | Defender | 181 | 76 |
| I. Dolček | Croatia | 26 | Attacker | 181 | 76 |
| V. Ševelj | Croatia | 25 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Eskesen | Denmark | 27 | Midfielder | 175 | 68 |
| D. Richards | Wales | 32 | Goalkeeper | 181 | 75 |
| Panutche Camará | Guinea-Bissau | 29 | Midfielder | 185 | 63 |
| J. van der Sande | Netherlands | 30 | Attacker | 183 | 81 |
| C. Sibbald | Scotland | 30 | Midfielder | 170 | n/a |
| K. Trapanovski | North Macedonia | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | n/a |
| K. Keresztes | Hungary | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Watters | England | 27 | Attacker | 188 | 80 |
| Y. Kucherenko | Ukraine | 26 | Goalkeeper | 187 | n/a |
| B. Esselink | Netherlands | 26 | Defender | 191 | 81 |
| Z. Sapsford | Australia | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Adams | Scotland | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| I. Iovu | Moldova | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| L. O'Donnell | Scotland | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Ahmed Fatah | Sweden | 22 | Attacker | 180 | 73 |
| I. Pappoe | Ghana | 24 | Midfielder | 174 | 80 |
| C. Dewar | Scotland | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd match odds
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