St Mirren defeated Dundee United 2-0 in thier Scottish Premiership clash on Wednesday, extending their unbeaten run and deepening United’s relegation concerns. Goals from McMenamin and Baccus secured the victory for the Saints.
The result sees St Mirren continue their strong form, solidifying their position in the league table. For Dundee United, the defeat adds to their struggles at the bottom, increasing the pressure to secure points to avoid relegation. This match is a crucial result in the context of the Scottish Premiership relegation battle, with United facing an uphill struggle to maintain their top-flight status.
St Mirren took the lead in the 17th minute when John delivered a cross to the far post, allowing McMenamin to head past Richards unmarked. John nearly doubled the advantage with a curling free-kick that narrowly went over the bar.
united had a chance to equalize before halftime, but Shamal George saved Sapsford after a weak back pass from Marcus Fraser.Fraser then made a crucial block early in the second half, denying Nikolaj Moller and earning a goal kick for his team.
The home side extended their lead in the 66th minute after Phillips’ header was pushed out to Baccus, who converted from close range. Dundee United pushed for a goal in the closing stages, with Amar Fatah’s diving header saved by George and sibbald hitting the crossbar from 25 yards.
sapsford had earlier been unlucky to see a free-kick rattle the top of the bar.
