As usual, the build up to any derby is full of anticipation, nerves and emotions. Utd should win, but, it’s a derby and these games can turn on one incident. Dundee’s disallowed goal at the last Tannadice derby being a perfect example. I looking forward to a good game, I think it will be closer than the last two, but we’re stronger in every area, so let’s hope for three early goals for Utd and party time
I notice the ill feeling towards everything Utd on various forums, seems to have been cranked up, apparently Tannadice is a dump that’s rich looking at Dens. Apparently we’re all from Angus, despite the various Dundee supporter clubs from out of town. (Incidentally my dad and grandad supported Utd). Dundee are still the big team, I think attendances recently, not just this season have put that to bed.
Dundee had the opportunity over the past three seasons to establish themselves in the city, they have not taken advantage of our poor form, it’s an important season for both clubs. Utd have gambled and it seems to be paying off not sure of the implications to Dundee of further seasons in the championship, a lot of emphasise seems to be on the new stadium
I have been fortunate enough to follow my team several times in Europe and seen them win 5 trophies. For the majority of Dundee fans there highlight was a top six finish, a cup final and a short trip into Europe, two administrations, and of course the so called “doon derby” when we all knew we were already down. (Not quite the same as winning two trophies and the league on our neighbours patch). But fair enough I’m sure it was a great night for them.
Bring it on, whatever happens on Friday, I love the derby.