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Dundee Utd v Aberdeen Stats

Data last updated: Fri 23 Oct 2026, 08:25 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Dundee Utd host Aberdeen in a Premiership clash marked by contrasting recent fortunes and tactical setups. Dundee Utd arrive after a narrow defeat to Celtic but boast a potent home attack, scoring 11 goals in their last three home league matches. Aberdeen come with strong momentum, having won five of their last six games and scoring 15 goals in that span. The tactical battle between Dundee's 4-4-2 and Aberdeen's 4-2-3-1 promises midfield duels and attacking transitions, with both sides capable of breaking defensive lines. Recent meetings have been high-scoring affairs, setting the stage for an open and competitive encounter.

BT4Y lean · price warning

Over 2.5 Goals

  • Price warning: current odds imply about 58%, above the 43% model chance, so this is a football-led pick rather than a clear value bet; reduce stake or wait for a better price.
  • Both teams have averaged over 2.5 goals per game in their last six matches (Dundee Utd 2.83, Aberdeen 2.5).
  • Last seven head-to-head matches have produced at least three goals, with recent 3-2 scorelines.
  • Dundee Utd take 73% of shots from inside the box, indicating quality chances.
  • Aberdeen average nearly 59 dangerous attacks per match, sustaining pressure effectively.
Price warning

Over 2.5 Goals is still the main football pick, but the current price is short: the market implies about 58% while the model sits nearer 43% (-15.2 pts). Keep staking reduced or wait for a better price unless final team news strengthens the selection. Better value alternative: Aberdeen to Win shows a +14.7 pts edge at 3.2.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

The model identifies Over 2.5 Goals as a football-led selection based on strong attacking outputs from both sides and a history of high-scoring encounters. Dundee Utd's home scoring rate and Aberdeen's consistent goal threat underpin the chance of multiple goals. However, the current imply a higher probability than the model estimates, suggesting a price-sensitive pick. Reduced staking or waiting for better is advised unless team news or line-ups increase .

Recent scoring ratesDundee Utd 2.83, Aberdeen 2.5 goals per game
Strong positive
Head-to-head goal averagesAt least 3 goals in last 7 meetings
Strong positive
Shot quality and volumeDundee 73% shots inside box, Aberdeen high dangerous attacks
Positive
Price vs model chance42.6% model chance vs 57.8% implied (-15.2 pts)
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open game with both Dundee Utd and Aberdeen pushing forward aggressively. Dundee's home scoring form and Aberdeen's attacking momentum suggest multiple goals are likely. The tactical battle in midfield and recent high-scoring meetings reinforce the potential for Over 2.5 Goals in this fixture.

Main risk

Aberdeen carry the stronger scoring threat, but Dundee must contribute for BTTS to land.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · tactical and scoring analysis

“This fixture's recent history and current attacking profiles make Over 2.5 Goals a compelling football read, though the price demands careful stake management.”

Key Data Signals

Over 2.5 Goals evidence

Both teams have averaged over 2.5 goals per game in their last six matches (Dundee Utd 2.83, Aberdeen 2.5).

Last seven head-to-head matches have produced at least three goals, with recent 3-2 scorelines.

Dundee Utd take 73% of shots from inside the box, indicating quality chances.

Aberdeen average nearly 59 dangerous attacks per match, sustaining pressure effectively.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 2.5 Goals notes

  • The last ten meetings have averaged 2 goals per game, with recent matches consistently exceeding two goals.
  • This trend, combined with the teams' current attacking form over the last six matches, suggests a sustained tempo and openness conducive to Over 2.5 Goals.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Dundee Utd1.2
Avg goals scored
Aberdeen1.6
Dundee Utd1
Avg goals conceded
Aberdeen0.6
Dundee Utd40%
BTTS rate
Aberdeen40%
Dundee Utd40%
Over 2.5 goals
Aberdeen40%
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 43% vs implied 58% · edge -15.2 pts
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 61%
2.1
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.2
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.22
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 25%
2.75
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Both teams have demonstrated strong attacking form, with Dundee Utd scoring 17 and Aberdeen 15 goals in their last six matches. Both teams to score is a natural expectation given their offensive output and defensive vulnerabilities, supporting a high-scoring game scenario.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Dundee Utd

DWWDL
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 3D 3L
17 Oct 2026A ST Johnstone1-1
10 Oct 2026H Hibernian1-0
19 Sep 2026A ST Mirren3-0
05 Sep 2026H Falkirk1-1
02 Sep 2026A Motherwell0-3

Aberdeen

WLDWD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 4L
17 Oct 2026H ST Mirren3-1
11 Oct 2026H ST Johnstone0-1
19 Sep 2026A Hibernian1-1
15 Sep 2026A Motherwell4-0
05 Sep 2026H Kilmarnock0-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 75% vs implied 60% · edge +14.6 pts
1.67
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Aberdeen to WinBet365 guide price · model 46%
3.2
Check odds @ 3.2
Aberdeen Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 56%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
Home / DrawBetUK guide price · model 66%
1.36
Check odds @ 1.36
Dundee Utd Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 48%
2
Check odds @ 2
DrawBetfred guide price · model 28%
3.5
Check odds @ 3.5
Dundee Utd to WinBetfred guide price · model 38%
2.15
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Recent form data shows both teams averaging 40% Over 2.5 Goals rate in their last five matches, with consistent scoring and conceding patterns. Dundee Utd's home form is particularly strong, while Aberdeen's momentum from recent wins adds to the likelihood of an open, goal-rich game.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 43% vs implied 58% · edge -15.2 pts
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
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Aberdeen to WinBet365 guide price · model 46%
3.2
Check odds @ 3.2
Aberdeen Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 56%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
Dundee Utd Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 48%
2
Check odds @ 2
DrawBetfred guide price · model 28%
3.5
Check odds @ 3.5
Dundee Utd to WinBetfred guide price · model 38%
2.15
Check odds @ 2.15
The 42.6% for Over 2.5 Goals sits against roughly 57.8% implied by the current price (-15.2 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 40% for Dundee Utd and 40% for Aberdeen, so the goals angle is not just a price call. Dundee's potent home attack combined with Aberdeen's strong offensive momentum but away vulnerabilities suggests another close, high-scoring encounter favoring the home side.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Dundee Utd Over 2.5
40%Aberdeen Over 2.5
2H2H avg goals
The last ten meetings have averaged 2 goals per game, with recent matches consistently exceeding two goals. This trend, combined with the teams' current attacking form over the last six matches, suggests a sustained tempo and openness conducive to Over 2.5 Goals.

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