Dundee Utd2–0St Johnstone

United completed a fantastic week's work with a third victory in the space of 6 days that left them top of the league. McNamara mixed things up again in the front four with Chris Erskine, Mario Bilate, Ryan Dow and Nadir Çiftçi leading the attacking charge.

United looked strong and compact in the early stages shooting up hill but it was a spark of genius that provided them with the opening goal. Midway through the first half Cierzniak grasped a corner and set about a devastating counter attack with a log through towards Ciftci. The big Turk moved toward the throw but let the ball continue through his legs and was quick enough to turn the defender and give himself the space to progress deep into the Saints half. With options running out he noticed Erskine racing in on his right side and a neat lay off allowed Chris Erskine to slot home for the opener.

It was another breathtaking counter that enabled United to double their lead. Again Ciftci was influential. A neat one-two with Erskine in the Saints half provided space for Ciftci to press towards the St Johnstone penalty area. An overlapping run by Watson was the outlet for Citci and when the full back cut the ball across the goal, it was Paul Paton who capitalised. His right foot first time effort crashed in off the post to seal the victory for the tangerines.

Manager's Comment:
"The areas where they hurt us last season, I think we've strengthened. We were solid enough and I don't think they really caused us problems defensively."

Fan's Comment:
"After the issues we had with St Johnstone last season, it was just nice to collect the full three points. Chris Erskine has been player of the season to date and you cannot help but be impressed with his finishing prowess."

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