Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Dundee vs Aberdeen in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Dundee vs Aberdeen |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premiership |
| Date | Sunday, 17 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 14:00 BST |
| Venue | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
Match Prediction: Dundee 2-1 Aberdeen
Prediction Stats
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Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 21 Feb 2026 |  Aberdeen vs  Dundee |
2 – 3 | Pittodrie Stadium |
| Premiership | 06 Dec 2025 | Dundee vs Aberdeen |
1 – 3 | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
| Premiership | 05 Oct 2025 | Aberdeen vs Dundee |
4 – 0 | Pittodrie Stadium |
| Premiership | 15 Feb 2025 | Dundee vs Aberdeen |
1 – 2 | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
| Premiership | 09 Nov 2024 | Aberdeen vs Dundee |
4 – 1 | Pittodrie Stadium |
Dundee come into this with a stronger recent home return, having beaten Livingston 3-0 and St. Mirren 1-0 in their last two league games at Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park. Aberdeen’s away form is not poor, though, with a 2-2 draw at Livingston and a 2-0 win at Dundee United in their recent league run. With no xG data available, the clearest edge is in Dundee’s recent results and the fact they have already beaten Aberdeen away this season.
Aberdeen have still shown they can keep games tight, but their latest home loss to St. Mirren suggests they are not arriving in perfect rhythm. Dundee’s 3-5-2 has recently delivered a clean sheet and a three-goal home win, which points to a side capable of making this a narrow contest. Match Prediction: Dundee 2-1 Aberdeen
Form Guide & Team Overview
Dundee
Dundee’s recent league form is mixed overall, but their home results stand out. They have won their last two at home, beating Livingston 3-0 and St. Mirren 1-0, which gives them a solid base heading into this fixture.
Away from home, Dundee have been less reliable, losing 1-3 at Kilmarnock and 0-3 at Dundee United, with a 2-2 draw at Kilmarnock also in the sequence. That split between stronger home results and weaker away performances is the main pattern in their recent run.
Dundee Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 12 May 2026 |  Kilmarnock vs Dundee |
3 – 1 | L | Rugby Park |
| Premiership | 9 May 2026 | Dundee vs  Livingston |
3 – 0 | W | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
| Premiership | 2 May 2026 | Dundee vs  St. Mirren |
1 – 0 | W | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
| Premiership | 26 Apr 2026 |  Dundee United vs Dundee |
3 – 0 | L | Tannadice Park |
| Premiership | 11 Apr 2026 | Kilmarnock vs Dundee |
2 – 2 | D | Rugby Park |
Aberdeen
Aberdeen’s recent league form has been fairly steady, with three wins, one draw and one loss in their last five. They have beaten Dundee United 2-0, Kilmarnock 1-0 and Hibernian 2-0, while also drawing 2-2 at Livingston.
Their most recent result was a 0-2 home loss to St. Mirren, so they are not coming in on a perfect note. Even so, the wider run suggests they have been competitive and capable of controlling games, especially at home.
Aberdeen Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 12 May 2026 | Aberdeen vs St. Mirren |
0 – 2 | L | Pittodrie Stadium |
| Premiership | 9 May 2026 | Aberdeen vs Dundee United |
2 – 0 | W | Pittodrie Stadium |
| Premiership | 1 May 2026 | Livingston vs Aberdeen |
2 – 2 | D | Tony Macaroni Arena |
| Premiership | 25 Apr 2026 | Aberdeen vs Kilmarnock |
1 – 0 | W | Pittodrie Stadium |
| Premiership | 11 Apr 2026 | Aberdeen vs  Hibernian |
2 – 0 | W | Pittodrie Stadium |
Team News & Injury Report
Dundee
- No injuries have been reported for the current season.
Aberdeen
- Tom McIntyre (Muscle Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Dundee (3-5-2)
Predicted lineup: Kieran O'Hara (Goalkeeper), Billy Koumetio (Defender), Clark Robertson (Defender), Ryan Astley (Defender), Brad Halliday (Midfielder), Callum Jones (Midfielder), Finlay Robertson (Midfielder), Imari Samuels (Midfielder), Joel Cotterill (Midfielder), Ashley Hay (Attacker), Scott Wright (Attacker)
Dundee’s predicted 3-5-2 should give them a compact base with extra numbers in midfield, which can help them compete for second balls and keep Aberdeen from settling. It also leaves two attackers high enough to threaten quickly if Dundee win possession and break forward.
Aberdeen (3-4-1-2)
Predicted lineup: Per Kristian Bråtveit (Goalkeeper), Gavin Molloy (Defender), Liam Morrison (Defender), Mats Knoester (Defender), Afeez Aremu (Midfielder), Ante Palaversa (Midfielder), Mitchel Frame (Midfielder), Nicky Devlin (Midfielder), Dennis Geiger (Attacker), Kevin Nisbet (Attacker), Toyosi Olusanya (Attacker)
Aberdeen’s predicted 3-4-1-2 gives them a narrow attacking shape, with Dennis Geiger likely operating between the lines to link midfield and attack. The system should also allow them to keep two forwards close to goal, but it will need good support from the wing-backs to stretch Dundee.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Dundee | Aberdeen | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Dundee | Aberdeen | Ashley Hay against Gavin Molloy could be important because Dundee will want Hay’s movement to test Aberdeen’s central defensive structure. |
| Dundee | Aberdeen | Brad Halliday against Afeez Aremu looks a key midfield duel, with both sides needing control in the middle of the pitch. |
| Dundee | Aberdeen | Ashley Hay is key for Dundee because he offers a direct attacking option in a system that has recently produced goals at home. |
| Dundee | Aberdeen | Dennis Geiger is key for Aberdeen because he gives them a central attacking link in a narrow shape and has a role in connecting play around the box. |
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