Statistical Insights for St Johnstone vs. Dundee United

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has achieved six victories against St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership, a total he has not surpassed against any other team (equaling his record against Ross County). Nevertheless, only one of these six wins occurred during his seven away fixtures against St Johnstone, specifically a 1-0 triumph in August 2022 when he was managing Aberdeen. His other six away encounters with the Saints resulted in two draws and four defeats. Dundee United have found the net in nine out of their most recent ten away league matches. Their sole failure to score during this period was in October, when they suffered a 1-0 loss against Aberdeen. St Johnstone’s performance in their 17 home league games during 2024 includes 11 losses, two wins, and four draws. This tally of home defeats represents the highest recorded by any team in the Scottish Premiership within a single calendar year since 2018, a year when Hamilton incurred 13 home losses and Dundee experienced 12. Dundee United are seeking to secure consecutive top-tier victories against St Johnstone, a feat they have not accomplished since April 2012. In their most recent home league encounter with Dundee United, St Johnstone emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline in May 2023. The Saints last achieved successive home wins against the Tangerines in the Scottish Premiership in December 2014, when they recorded three consecutive victories.