Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd
• Date: Saturday, 27 December 2025
• Kick-off: 17:45 GMT
• Venue: Pittodrie Stadium

Aberdeen will be looking to bounce back after their recent loss to Celtic, and their home form suggests they could do just that. With a solid defensive setup in a 5-4-1 formation, they'll aim to frustrate Dundee Utd and hit them on the counter. Topi Keskinen and Marko Lazetić could be key in exploiting any gaps left by Dundee Utd's attacking play.

Dundee Utd, on the other hand, have shown they can compete with the big teams, drawing with Hibs and even beating Celtic at home. Their 3-4-2-1 formation allows for fluid attacking play, but they'll need to be wary of Aberdeen's counter-attacks. Mathew Watters will be crucial in leading the line and breaking down Aberdeen's defence.

Aberdeen have had a mixed bag recently, with a heavy defeat to Celtic away from home but a string of positive results before that. Wins against Kilmarnock, Dundee, and Livingston, along with a draw against ST Mirren, show they can be a force at home. This should give them confidence going into this match, especially with their solid defensive performances in recent games.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Celtic (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Kilmarnock (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Dundee (A)
• Draw: 3-3 vs ST Mirren (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Livingston (A)

Dundee Utd have been fairly consistent, with a draw against Hibs and a notable win against Celtic at home. Their recent form includes three draws and a loss, showing they can hold their own against strong opposition. This should give them the belief they can get a result against Aberdeen, though they'll need to be more clinical in front of goal.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Hibernian (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Celtic (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Motherwell (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs ST Mirren (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Rangers (H)

The head-to-head record between these two teams shows a slight edge for Dundee Utd, with three wins in their last five meetings, compared to Aberdeen's one win and one draw. Dundee Utd have been particularly strong at home, winning their previous two encounters against Aberdeen at Tannadice. However, Aberdeen secured a 1-0 victory in their most recent home game against Dundee Utd.

Recent Premiership Results

• Dundee Utd 2-0 Aberdeen (23 Sep 2025)

• Dundee Utd 2-1 Aberdeen (17 May 2025)

• Aberdeen 2-2 Dundee Utd (02 Mar 2025)

• Dundee Utd 1-0 Aberdeen (29 Dec 2024)

• Aberdeen 1-0 Dundee Utd (26 Oct 2024)

• Gavin Molloy (Knee) - Out

• Kristers Tobers (Knee) - Out

• Ante Palaversa (Unknown) - Doubt

• Dylan Lobban (Suspended) - Out

• Panutche Camara (Hamstring) – Out

• Yevhen Kucherenko (Calf) – Doubt

• Isaac Papoe (Knee) – Out

• Ryan Strain (Knock) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Mitov (GK), Jensen (DF), Devlin (DF), Milne (DF), Knoester (DF), Shinnie (DF), Keskinen (MF), Aouchiche (MF), Armstrong (MF), Karlsson (MF), Lazetić (AT)

Aberdeen are expected to line up in a 5-4-1 formation, focusing on a solid defensive structure with Devlin, Milne, and Knoester at the back. This setup should allow them to absorb pressure and hit Dundee Utd on the break, with Keskinen and Lazetić leading the counter-attacks.

• Predicted lineup: Richards (GK), Sevelj (DF), Graham (DF), Keresztes (DF), Naamo (MF), Sibbald (MF), Stephenson (MF), Ferry (MF), Sapsford (AT), Fatah (AT), Watters (AT)

Dundee Utd will likely stick with their 3-4-2-1 formation, which has served them well recently. This setup allows for attacking fluidity with Sapsford and Fatah supporting Watters up front, while Sevelj, Graham, and Keresztes provide a solid defensive base.

• Lazetić vs Graham: Marko Lazetić's pace and movement will test Ross Graham's defensive capabilities.
• Aouchiche vs Stephenson: Adil Aouchiche's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Liam Stephenson's tenacity.
• Keskinen (Aberdeen): Topi Keskinen's ability to break lines and create chances will be vital for Aberdeen.
• Watters (Dundee Utd): Mathew Watters' goal-scoring prowess will be key for Dundee Utd's attacking threat.

Aberdeen vs Dundee Utd at 17:45 GMT on Saturday, 27 December 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Premier Sports 2.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Aberdeen 2-1 Dundee Utd.

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