Dundee Manager Tony Docherty Reflects on Kilmarnock Draw

Speaking to BBC Scotland, Dundee manager Tony Docherty characterized the 1-1 draw as “a good point for us away from home,” noting that “One of the most difficult fixtures in this league is Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.” Docherty expressed disappointment at conceding a goal after his team had taken a 1-0 lead, stating, “I’m disappointed, after leading 1-0, to concede a goal. We’ll pick through the bones of that. We can defend that better, but it’s a decent result.” He explained that the team’s objective was to “continue the momentum from the Hibs game,” which they achieved. He mentioned that “their goalkeeper pulled off a great save in the first minute,” but subsequently, “the game became untidy and lacked that bit of quality.” Docherty highlighted the positive impact of a substitute, remarking, “The real quality I had in my team was brining [Oluwaseun] Adewumi on and his contribution was fantastic.” Emphasizing player management, Docherty stressed the importance of his players maintaining “their professionalism and their focus.” He added, “I don’t have the biggest squad, so it’s important to rest them and prepare them properly.”