Dundee then emerged as a world centre for jute manufacturing, and the city grew rapidly. Textiles—including linen, canvas, rope, and carpet—are still produced, but since World War II large numbers of workers have been employed in new light manufactures. by, [%% basket.cost_subtotal|multi_currency %%], Copyright Dundee United Football Club 2020 -, [% item.quantity %] x [% item.item_name %], Virtual Season Ticket Terms and Conditions, Premier Hospitality - In the Westend Flooring Suite, 2021 Golf Day - Sponsored by MKM Building Supplies. The ex-Chelsea No 1 had retired to the Isle of Mull to work as a postman but was talked into playing again and made seven appearances before being displaced by legendary United shot-stopper Hamish McAlpine. On their way to the final of the UEFA Cup in 1986/87, a Barcelona side containing Gary Lineker and Mark Hughes were defeated 1-0 at Tannadice, Kevin Gallacher scoring, and 2-1 in the Nou Camp. Tangerine was first used for the Dundee United kit in 1969, with the idea coming from an American Tour where they played as the Dallas Tornado and wore their colours. McLean’s men pipped Celtic and Aberdeen to the title by a point, sealing it with a 2-1 win at Dens Park on the final day. The city extends from the Tay to the Dundee Law, which is a prominent volcanic plug with an elevation of 571 feet (174 metres). Fishing was important in Dundee from early times, and one of Scotland’s largest … Broughty Ferry, once a separate burgh and favourite residence of wealthy Dundee merchants, is now incorporated within the city.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw in front of a 7,000 crowd. The City Churches, a collection of three parish churches housed under one roof, remain as a focal point in the modern glass-and-concrete city centre.

Dundee was created a city in 1892 and an autonomous county burgh in 1894. The earliest mention of the town dates from the late 12th or early 13th century, when it was designated a royal burgh (town). About 40 miles (64 km) north of Edinburgh, it is situated on the northern bank of the North Sea inlet known as the Firth of Tay, which is crossed there by the Tay road and rail bridges; Dundee’s frontage on the Tay exceeds 8 miles (13 km). All of the Central League sides were accepted for the new league. The clubs are based yards apart in the city of Dundee, the fourth-largest city in Scotland. The Club had a good season, sitting at the top of the league from start to finish to win the championship. 6 It is often said that Dundee United won the league using only 14 players but actually 20 featured during that 1982/83 campaign: Hamish McAlpine (36 starts), Maurice Malpas (31+3 sub), Derek Stark (31+1), Richard Gough (34 starts), Paul Hegarty (36 starts), David Narey (36 starts), Ian Britton (7+3), Ralph Milne (30+4), Billy Kirkwood (26+5), Paul Sturrock (28 starts), Davie Dodds (34+2), Eamonn Bannon (31+1), Graeme Payne (2+1), Iain Phillip (5 starts), John Holt (18+7), Alex Taylor (1+2), John Reilly (8+8), John Clark (1 start), John McNeil (1 sub) and Derek Murray (1 start). They lifted the trophy for the second time - just a year after defeating Aberdeen to lift their first piece of silverware - in December 1980 against their city rivals, with a 3-0 success at Dens Park. Hibs struggled through that campaign but all the while, the Directors were canvassing support for a return to the Scottish League. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... Be on the lookout for your Britannica newsletter to get trusted stories delivered right to your inbox. The first match to take place at Tannadice Park was a friendly against the Hibs of Edinburgh on 18th August 1909. Pop.

Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio. The name Dundee City was considered but Dundee, who are based less than 200 yards away, objected. Between 1925 and 1932 United were promoted and relegated between the first and second tier three times, winning the Second Division title in 1925 and 1929. A year later, the Scottish League at last relented and recreated the Second Division with, for the first time, automatic promotion and relegation. 8 Dundee United lost six Scottish Cup Finals before winning the trophy in 1994 with a 1-0 win over Rangers in 1994 thanks to a goal from Craig Brewster. Slum clearance has removed many of Dundee’s old streets, courtyards, and buildings. The city’s traditional textile manufactures became closely linked with whaling in the 19th century after the discovery that jute fibre, when mixed with whale oil, could be woven into sacking for bags and carpet backing. The origin of Dundee United lies in the establishment of a football club to fulfil the desire of the Irish immigrant community, which had gathered in Dundee by the early years of the 1900s. 7 United have twice knocked Barcelona out of European competition and have a 100% record against the Spanish giants! Fishing was important in Dundee from early times, and one of Scotland’s largest whaling fleets came to be based there. They did however, collect silverware in that first season, winning the Carrie Cup, a local trophy contested by clubs in Forfarshire.

The 2005 final was lost to Celtic before the trophy was won again in 2010 with a 3-0 victory over Ross County. Updates? Hibs rejoined the Scottish League in the summer of 1920 but after a motion to reform the Second Division was defeated, they resigned again. 5 Under the guidance of manager Jim McLean, who was charge for 22 years, Dundee United won the Premier League title in 1982/83. Here are 10 facts you might, or might not, know about Dundee United. United also reached the final of last season’s competition where they went down 2-0 to St Johnstone at Celtic Park.

Jackie McNamara’s men go into the match on a high after beating Paul Hartley’s team 4-1 in a Premiership match at Dens Park on Sunday. The onset of the First World War ended the Scottish Leagues temporarily and Dundee Hibs spent the war years in the Eastern League until it too was abandoned in 1918. (2001) 145,560; (2011) 147,390. Corrections? Sign up for the Latest DUFC News Direct to your inbox, Responsive website design, Development & Hosting proudly made in Dundee The home of Dundee United on BBC Sport online. This time, Hibs were joined by the other former Second Division sides who all moved to the independent Central League. The Dundee derby is a football match between Dundee and Dundee United. Dundee, major industrial city, royal burgh, and seaport of eastern Scotland. Other educational institutions include the University of Abertay Dundee and Dundee International College.

Heavy lobbying by Pat Reilly and the Board of Directors at Tannadice brought a successful application to the Scottish League in June 1910 and the new season kicked off with a match against Leith Athletic at Tannadice. 10 Goalkeeper Peter Bonetti, who played in 1970 World Cup for England, had a short spell with United in 1979.

3 Dundee United played their first match against Dumbarton in October 1923. The Scottish Professional Football League is not responsible for the content of external websites. After the war ended, it was widely assumed that the Scottish Leagues would pick up where they had left off in 1915. Omissions? However, although an extended First Division was re-instated, the Second Division was not and Dundee Hibs resigned from the Scottish League to take part in a resurrected Eastern League in 1919-20. They worked tirelessly in the Dundee Hibs cause and it paid off when the Club was voted back into the Second Division for 1923-24. 9 The first player to receive an international cap as a Dundee United player was Swede Orjan Persson. The origin of Dundee United lies in the establishment of a football club to fulfil the desire of the Irish immigrant community, which had gathered in Dundee by the early years of the 1900s.

The winger was with the Tayside club from 1964 to 1967 before heading for Rangers, where he played for three seasons and was selected for the team that made the World Cup Finals in 1970.