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Dundee faces striker dilemma ahead of derby after Murray injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:39 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Dundee faces striker dilemma ahead of derby after Murray injury

Summary

Dundee is preparing for the upcoming derby against their rivals while dealing with a significant injury to striker Simon Murray. The club has suffered previous heavy defeats, prompting a need for a rebound in performance. Coach Steven Pressley now must consider how to adjust tactics with only Joe Westley available as a recognized forward. With Murray out, Westley has the opportunity to make an impact in this crucial fixture. The derby matchup comes amidst inconsistent early season results for both teams.

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•Dundee coached by Steven Pressley prepares for the derby against rivals.
•Simon Murray suffers an injury, leaving Joe Westley as the sole forward option.
•Dundee has experienced inconsistent results early in the season.
•The team seeks to rebound from recent heavy defeats.
•Match kickoff is set for this weekend.

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1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Murray injury leaves Pressley with derby headache

What they're saying

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Traditionally, form goes out of the window in the Dundee derby. While results have been hot and cold against Premiership opposition in these early days of the season, there is something consistent in Dundee's performances: good habits. In victory and defeat, the industrious pairing of Ethan Hamilton and Ryan Finnigan has been formidable.
— Yahoo Sports

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