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[craig]

I mentioned on the forum that I think the victory against Rangers at the weekend could make United complacent. Adding in the quality of St Johnstone, I have went for a 1-1 draw here, with a home win most likely if it isnt a draw.

[jimmy gomis]

I think it will have the opposite effect and United will kick on from last weeks result. This derby is always a hard one to predict.

[Laurie]

jimmy gomis, on 09 February 2012 - 01:09 PM, said:

I think it will have the opposite effect and United will kick on from last weeks result. This derby is always a hard one to predict.

I said the same thing. Craig was adamant that United would be complacent because of the Ibrox win, I said they'd be confident because of it. Wouldn't be surprised if it was a draw mind you, but fancy United to sneak it.

[Psychoheart]

I went with Craig on this one, I've seen too many teams blow it immediately after beating Celtic or Rangers and I think that could happen again with the S.A.S. (Sandaza and Sheridan!) 2-1

Edited by Psychoheart, 09 February 2012 - 01:19 PM.

[FrugalNory]

We haven't beaten Utd on league business for about 14 years. I see no reason for that to change now, but I'm hoping for a Saintee win.

It's also the first game I've been to since getting ill. Therefore cannae wait for Saturday, regardless of score.

[jaybee1978]

FrugalNory, on 09 February 2012 - 01:41 PM, said:

We haven't beaten Utd on league business for about 14 years. I see no reason for that to change now, but I'm hoping for a Saintee win.

It's also the first game I've been to since getting ill. Therefore cannae wait for Saturday, regardless of score.

I hope you enjoy your first game back.

I've opted for a 1-1 draw in this one as like many SPL games there is not much between the two teams in terms of quality.

[craig]

FrugalNory, on 09 February 2012 - 01:41 PM, said:

We haven't beaten Utd on league business for about 14 years. I see no reason for that to change now, but I'm hoping for a Saintee win.

It's also the first game I've been to since getting ill. Therefore cannae wait for Saturday, regardless of score.

Enjoy the game. Scotch pie or steak pie at half time?

[Laurie]

United go ahead, Paul Dixon.

[Laurie]

Or possibly an Anderson O.G...

[Laurie]

A second own goal scored by St Johnstone, 2-0 United now - Callum Davidson with this one.

Edited by Laurie, 11 February 2012 - 04:23 PM.

[Laurie]

Saints pull one back, Anderson at the right end this time. 2-1 United. I'll take full time now since this was my prediction on the podcast.

[Laurie]

5-1 Dundee United....

[Camshy]

What a scorline that is, i had the Saints down for a narrow victory here as well due to the nice football they can play

I wonder if Utd can build on this and take their momentum onto the up coming cup tie agaisnt Celtic, they seem to be hitting a bit of form at the right time so i hope they can keep it going.

[Laurie]

Camshy, on 11 February 2012 - 05:29 PM, said:

What a scorline that is, i had the Saints down for a narrow victory here as well due to the nice football they can play

They have been effective at times, but on the whole I wouldn't call it 'nice'. Strongest playing on the break, being solid at the back and getting it forward quickly to the likes of Sandaza and Sheridan.

[craig]

I knew that United would be overcome by complacency. I knew it.

[jimmy gomis]

Was at the game today and I agree with Houston that the scoreline maybe flattered us. First half, Saints probably edged it in terms of posession, but United kicked on in the 2nd and looked dangerous on the break every time. Gary Mackay-Steven was immense and ran Saints ragged in latter stages of the game. I hope they show his moment of magic in the highlights where he done two of the Saints players on the byline, amazing bit of skill with the ball.

Paul Dixon's deliveries for Russell and Daly were sublime. Saints defending left a little to be desired at times and I don't think their keeper will have had such a bad day at the office in a long time.

I predicted us to kick on from last week (maybe not in such emphatic style), and I'm quietly confident for the rest of the season, provided we can keep our main players fit. Kenneth went off injured in the first half - I'm hoping it's not too serious.

[jaybee1978]

jimmy gomis, on 11 February 2012 - 06:48 PM, said:

Was at the game today and I agree with Houston that the scoreline maybe flattered us. First half, Saints probably edged it in terms of posession, but United kicked on in the 2nd and looked dangerous on the break every time. Gary Mackay-Steven was immense and ran Saints ragged in latter stages of the game. I hope they show his moment of magic in the highlights where he done two of the Saints players on the byline, amazing bit of skill with the ball.

Paul Dixon's deliveries for Russell and Daly were sublime. Saints defending left a little to be desired at times and I don't think their keeper will have had such a bad day at the office in a long time.

I predicted us to kick on from last week (maybe not in such emphatic style), and I'm quietly confident for the rest of the season, provided we can keep our main players fit. Kenneth went off injured in the first half - I'm hoping it's not too serious.

Is Mackay-Steven left footed? A possible contender for Scotland squad?

Frugal will maybe be wishing he never picked this game as his first back.

[craig]

jaybee1978, on 11 February 2012 - 07:29 PM, said:

Frugal will maybe be wishing he never picked this game as his first back.

he will be pig sick

[jimmy gomis]

jaybee1978, on 11 February 2012 - 07:29 PM, said:

Is Mackay-Steven left footed? A possible contender for Scotland squad?

Frugal will maybe be wishing he never picked this game as his first back.

Yeah, he is a lefty. He's no-where near the finished article, but has bags of potential and is very exciting to watch. He chases everything and is always looking to take men on, which is what I like to see in a winger.

[jaybee1978]

jimmy gomis, on 13 February 2012 - 10:33 AM, said:

Yeah, he is a lefty. He's no-where near the finished article, but has bags of potential and is very exciting to watch. He chases everything and is always looking to take men on, which is what I like to see in a winger.

I hardly watch Sportscene these days but I did last night and he looked impressive.