Dundee 2-1 Kilmarnock: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dundee edged possession with 57% compared to Kilmarnock’s 43%, which helped them control the midfield and create more opportunities, as shown by their seven corners against five and a clear lead in successful dribbles at 67 to 33. The home side also recorded one assist while Kilmarnock had none, underlining Dundee’s sharper attacking play, though both teams avoided penalties or injury-time goals. Discipline was an issue for Kilmarnock with four yellow cards against Dundee’s two, and no reds on either side.

Substitutions played a role too, with Dundee using three – Emile Acquah replaced Charlie Reilly at 73 minutes, Imari Samuels came on for Tony Yogane at 89 minutes, and Paul Digby took over from Yan Dhanda in stoppage time at 90+5. Kilmarnock made five changes, starting with Jack Thomson replacing Tom Lowery at 46 minutes, then Ben Brannan for Greg Kiltie at 66 minutes, Robbie Deas for Bruce Anderson and Liam Polworth for David Watson both at 73 minutes, and finally Marley Watkins for James Brown at 79 minutes, as they tried to chase the game late on.

The match turned on key goals, with Greg Kiltie opening the scoring for Kilmarnock in the 38th minute to give them a halftime lead. Dundee fought back after the interval, equalising through Ashley Hay in the 57th minute with an assist from Charlie Reilly, before Reilly himself scored the winner in the 72nd minute. Yellow cards added tension, including Charlie Reilly’s booking at 48 minutes and Yan Dhanda’s at 53 minutes for Dundee, while Kilmarnock saw Jack Thomson carded at 53 minutes, Brad Joseph Lyons at 54 minutes, Dominic Thompson at 63 minutes, and Ben Brannan at 69 minutes.

Substitutions influenced the flow, particularly Kilmarnock’s halftime switch where Jack Thomson replaced Tom Lowery, and later changes like Ben Brannan coming on for Greg Kiltie at 66 minutes. Dundee’s adjustments included Emile Acquah replacing Charlie Reilly right after his goal at 73 minutes, which helped them see out the win despite Kilmarnock’s multiple alterations in the closing stages.

Dundee lined up in a 4-1-4-1 shape, allowing them to build from the back while relying on midfield partnerships to drive forward. Charlie Reilly stood out in an advanced role, contributing a goal and an assist before Emile Acquah replaced him, while Yan Dhanda added creativity until Paul Digby came on late. Tony Yogane featured until Imari Samuels took his place, and Ashley Hay provided a key attacking outlet up front.

Kilmarnock set up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, focusing on defensive solidity with midfield support to launch counters. Greg Kiltie was influential early, scoring before Ben Brannan replaced him, while Tom Lowery started in midfield until Jack Thomson came on at halftime. Other changes saw Robbie Deas replace Bruce Anderson, Liam Polworth take over from David Watson, and Marley Watkins come on for James Brown, as they adjusted to chase the game.

Charlie Reilly earned Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match award for his pivotal role in Dundee’s comeback, scoring one goal and providing one assist to turn the game around. He also created one big chance and delivered one key pass, showcasing his influence in attack before Emile Acquah replaced him as a substitute in the 73rd minute. His contributions were decisive in securing the three points for the home side.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Kilmarnock (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Falkirk (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Motherwell (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Livingston (A)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Aberdeen (H)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Dundee (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs St. Mirren (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Falkirk (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Aberdeen (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Rangers (H)

Dundee have just beaten Kilmarnock 2-1 at home, a result that builds on their recent win over Falkirk and helps steady a form guide that includes a draw with Livingston but losses to Motherwell and Aberdeen. Sitting ninth on 19 points, they now face city rivals Dundee United on 3 January 2026 at 15:00, with the opposition currently sixth on 25 points. This derby offers a chance to close the gap on the top half and build momentum in a tight mid-table battle.

Kilmarnock have just lost 2-1 away to Dundee, extending a poor run that includes a draw with St. Mirren but defeats to Falkirk, Aberdeen and Rangers in their last five league outings. Currently 11th on 13 points, they host Hibernian on 3 January 2026 at 15:00, with the visitors sitting fifth on 31 points. The match is crucial for Kilmarnock to pick up points and distance themselves from the bottom, against a side pushing for European spots.

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